Roofing Materials Built to Last Generations
Choosing the right roofing material is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a homeowner or commercial property owner. The material covering your structure protects everything beneath it from the harsh New England weather, including driving nor’easters, heavy snow loads, salt air along the coast, and intense summer sun. At Morrissey Family Roofing, we work with a carefully selected range of premium roofing materials, and our expertise allows us to make confident, informed recommendations tailored to your property, budget, and aesthetic goals.
As a licensed, certified, family-operated roofing and exterior contractor based in Massachusetts, we serve homeowners and businesses across the South Shore, South Coast, Cape Cod, and Western Massachusetts. These are the roofing materials we offer and work with daily, and our team has deep knowledge of how each performs in the unique conditions of our region. Being GAF Certified and CertainTeed ShingleMaster Pro credentialed means we install complete, engineered roofing systems, not just individual products, and every system we install is backed by manufacturer warranties of up to 50 years.
Asphalt Shingle Roofing Systems
Asphalt shingles remain the most popular roofing material across Massachusetts, and for good reason. Modern architectural and designer shingles from manufacturers like GAF and CertainTeed deliver an outstanding combination of durability, weather resistance, and curb appeal. These shingles are engineered with fiberglass mat cores saturated in asphalt and surfaced with mineral granules, creating a layered product that resists impact, wind uplift of up to 130 mph, and algae growth.
Our team installs full asphalt roofing systems that include ice and water shield in vulnerable areas, synthetic underlayment, proper starter strips, ridge cap shingles, and engineered ventilation components. This system-based approach is what allows us to provide extended manufacturer warranties that single-product installers cannot match. Whether you’re looking for a traditional three-tab appearance, a dimensional architectural profile, or a luxury designer shingle that mimics slate or cedar, we can match the right product to your home’s style.
Cedar Roofing for Classic New England Character
Cedar shake and cedar shingle roofs have defined the look of coastal New England for centuries, and they remain a stunning choice for homes on Cape Cod, the South Shore, and the islands. Western red cedar and Alaskan yellow cedar are naturally resistant to rot, insects, and weathering. Over time, untreated cedar develops the iconic silver-gray patina that homeowners along the coast love.
Installing cedar properly requires specialized knowledge that many contractors lack. The wood needs to breathe, which means proper underlayment selection, correctly spaced sheathing or battens, and thoughtful detailing around valleys, hips, and penetrations. We take the time to do cedar installations the right way, ensuring decades of service from a material that rewards craftsmanship and proper maintenance.
Composite and Synthetic Roofing Materials
Composite roofing has emerged as one of the most exciting categories in residential roofing. These synthetic products replicate the look of slate, cedar shake, or clay tile while offering superior performance, lighter weight, and longer warranties than the natural materials they imitate. Many composite products carry Class 4 impact ratings and Class A fire ratings, making them ideal for homeowners who want premium aesthetics without ongoing maintenance concerns.
We help clients evaluate when a composite system makes sense versus a traditional material. The conversation usually involves discussing:
- Long-term ownership goals including how long you plan to remain in the home
- Structural considerations such as whether your framing can support heavier materials
- Architectural style and how the material complements siding, trim, and surrounding homes
- Warranty preferences and the value of multi-decade manufacturer coverage
The Complete Roofing System Approach
What separates a roof that lasts 15 years from one that lasts 50 isn’t just the shingle on top. It’s the entire system underneath. A properly engineered roof includes the deck, ice and water barrier, underlayment, starter course, field material, flashings, ventilation, and ridge components all working together as a unified assembly.
When we evaluate your roof, we look at every component:
- Decking condition to ensure a sound substrate before any new materials are installed
- Ventilation balance between intake at the soffits and exhaust at the ridge
- Flashing details at chimneys, walls, valleys, and penetrations
- Underlayment selection matched to the slope and exposure of each roof plane
As a veteran-owned company built on strong values and uncompromising standards, we don’t cut corners on any of these elements. We’re not a volume-based operation. We’re relationship-driven, fully licensed under CSL and HIC, insured, and proud to offer free consultations along with flexible financing options including deferred and same-as-cash programs. Earning your trust, one shingle at a time, is what we do.