Storm Damage Replacement — Three Structures Pewter Gray

When a powerful October storm left its mark on a waterfront Cape Cod property on Lakeshore Drive, the team was called to restore not just one structure, but three. The main residence, a striking brick and white-sided home with three arched dormers and elegant columns, sits directly on the lake alongside a workshop building and a boat dock pavilion that extends over the water through cypress trees. Wind-driven rain had been exploiting vulnerabilities in the aging roofing system, particularly on the lake-facing slopes where moisture had compromised nearly a dozen sheets of OSB decking. What appeared to be a straightforward insurance claim became a comprehensive three-structure restoration.

The team installed GAF Timberline UHDZ shingles in pewter gray across all structures, choosing this premium line specifically for its exceptional 130 mph wind warranty—critical protection for a lakeside location. Custom copper flashing was fabricated to follow the radius of each arched dormer, and ice and water shield was extended to six feet from the water-side eaves instead of the standard three feet. The problematic front gable window was re-flashed with a continuous copper pan, eliminating the failed caulk-only approach that had caused garage leaks.

The dock pavilion presented unique logistics, requiring materials to be transported by boat since wheelbarrows couldn't navigate the long pier. The team re-sheathed the entire structure due to humidity-swollen plywood, then sealed every penetration with marine-grade polyurethane. Homeowners Mike and Tammy Marcotte were thrilled with the results, particularly Mike, who immediately began recommending the company to neighbors.