Bethany Beach's Trusted Coastal Roofing Company
Coastal roof repair and replacement built for salt air, nor’easters, and Atlantic winds. Licensed in Delaware (DE# 2017606032) and Maryland. GAF Certified Plus.
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Free drone inspection
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25 years of coastal roofing experience
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5 Stars on Google
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Your Local Coastal Roofing Contractor in Bethany Beach
Bethany Beach homes take a beating. Salt-laden Atlantic air corrodes metal flashings and nails within 5 to 7 years. Nor’easters and summer thunderstorms drive rain sideways into ridge caps. And the UV exposure at the coast is harsher than 5 miles inland.
Your roof needs more protection than a typical inland home, and it needs a contractor who understands coastal Delaware specifically.
G and Bros has been installing and repairing coastal roofs across Sussex County and Maryland’s Eastern Shore for over two decades. We are GAF Certified Plus, licensed in both Delaware (DE# 2017606032) and Maryland (MHIC), and we have completed residential and commercial roofing projects throughout Fenwick Island, Ocean View, Millville, Frankford, Millsboro, Selbyville, and the surrounding Bethany Beach communities.
Why Coastal Roofing Is Different
Every Bethany Beach homeowner we meet is surprised by one of these four facts. They explain why a “standard” inland roof does not hold up on the coast.
- Salt-air corrosion. Standard galvanized fasteners can corrode within 5 to 7 years of installation on an oceanfront home. We use stainless steel ring-shank nails and aluminum flashings on every coastal job.
- Wind ratings. Sussex County building code requires residential roofs to meet specific wind resistance standards. We install to GAF’s highest wind warranty (up to 130 mph on UHDZ product lines).
- UV and algae. South-facing slopes near the water see aggressive algae growth and accelerated UV degradation. Every shingle we install on a coastal job includes StainGuard Plus algae protection at no extra charge.
- Insurance claim frequency. Wind, hail, and falling-tree damage are common on the Delaware shore. We have worked with most major carriers (State Farm, Allstate, Nationwide, Liberty Mutual, Travelers, USAA, Erie) and know how to document your loss properly the first time.
What a Bethany Beach Roof Costs
For a straightforward one-story A-frame home, full roof replacement runs $12,000 to $18,000 all-in. That includes every line item a complete estimate should have: tear-off, disposal, deck inspection and repair allowance, ice and water shield, synthetic underlayment, drip edge, starter strip, shingles, ridge cap, ridge vent, all new flashings, and cleanup.
Complex roofs (two-story, multiple dormers, steep pitch, detailed flashing around chimneys or skylights, coastal upgrade to GAF Timberline UHDZ and metal accents) run higher. We give you a same-day estimate after the free drone inspection so you know exactly what your home needs before you commit to anything.
Curious what your estimate should include? Read our roof replacement estimate checklist to compare quotes apples to apples.
Our Top Services in Bethany Beach
Our Process Puts You First
Step #1
Reach Out
Get in touch with G and Bros Roofing by giving us a call or filling out an online form. A team member will gather the details of what service you need.
Step #2
Consultation
We’ll perform a free, on-site property consultation 1-2 days after we connect. This thorough evaluation will determine the best solutions for your home.
Step #3
Sign Contract
You’ll receive a free project estimate, and we’ll walk you through what we recommend. Once you sign the contract, we can schedule your project!
Step #4
Work Starts
We’re often able to schedule work a week out from when you sign your contract. Most roofing projects are completely finished within 1-2 days!
Step #5
Clean Up
We don’t consider the job done until your property is completely cleaned up and your beautiful new roof is the only evidence that we were ever there.
What Bethany Beach Homeowners Are Saying
Donna Malone
Very Efficent! Cleaned up everything! Started and completed the job when they said they would be done.
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Gary Young
G and Bros did an excellent job on removal and replacement of our roofs at Bethany Lutheran Church.
Gregory Lane
Quick service and a great price!
Proudly Serving Sussex County, Delaware
As a full-service coastal roofing contractor, G and Bros serves Bethany Beach and 12 surrounding Sussex County communities. Whether you are inside a Sea Colony or Bethany West HOA, on a vacation rental in Fenwick, or on a year-round home in Millville or Ocean View, we have the DE license and coastal experience to get the job done right.
Bethany Beach, DE
Bethel, DE
Bridgeville, DE
Dagsboro, DE
Delmar, DE
- Fenwick Island, DE
Frankford, DE
Laurel, DE
Millsboro, DE
Millville, DE
Ocean View, DE
Seaford, DE
Selbyville, DE
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a roof last in Bethany Beach?
Coastal shingle roofs typically last 18 to 25 years in Bethany Beach, versus the 25 to 30 inland average. Salt and UV are the difference. Upgrading to GAF Timberline UHDZ and stainless fasteners can extend lifespan to 25+ years even on oceanfront homes.
Do you work around Sea Colony HOA approval timelines?
Yes. We regularly coordinate installs around Sea Colony Architectural Review Committee cycles and provide the documentation package your HOA needs for approval before the install date.
Can you handle vacation rental schedules?
Yes. We frequently work around peak rental weeks and can complete most single-story projects during a single off-week window so your bookings are not disrupted.
Are you licensed in Delaware?
Yes. Our Delaware contractor license is DE# 2017606032. We are also licensed in Maryland (MHIC) and carry general liability and workers’ compensation insurance. We can provide certificates on request before any project starts.
What kind of shingles do you recommend for Bethany Beach?
For homes within 1 mile of the ocean, we recommend GAF Timberline UHDZ for the heavier material and the strongest wind warranty (up to 130 mph). Further inland, standard GAF Timberline HDZ is usually the right choice. Both come with StainGuard Plus algae protection, and both are paired with stainless steel ring-shank nails and aluminum flashings on coastal jobs.
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