Roofer working on a South Baltimore rowhome flat roof
Family‑owned since 1985

South Baltimore's rowhouse roofer, since 1985.

South Baltimore's rowhouse and rooftop‑deck specialist. Forty years, family‑run.

Before storm season fills our schedule.

40+
Years family-run
1985
Family-founded
GAF
Certified contractor
MHIC
License #136391
40+ Years in Business
GAF Certified
MHIC #136391
Family-Owned and Operated
Rowhouse Flat Roof Specialists
Rooftop Deck Builders
Licensed Maryland Contractor
40+ Years in Business
GAF Certified
MHIC #136391
Family-Owned and Operated
Rowhouse Flat Roof Specialists
Rooftop Deck Builders
Licensed Maryland Contractor
OUR SERVICES

Everything your roof needs. One trusted crew.

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Flat Roofing

EPDM, TPO, and modified bitumen flat roof systems for Baltimore rowhouses and low-slope additions. Rare Baltimore depth for pinpointing leaks other companies miss.

EPDM rubber, TPO, modified bitumen
Rowhouse party-wall flashing specialty
Custom pitch drainage engineering
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Shingle Roofing

Full tear-offs and residential shingle installations across Baltimore and Howard County. GAF Certified installers on every job.

Architectural asphalt shingles, all brands
GAF Certified installation crews
Full tear-off with ventilation upgrade
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Rooftop Decks

Custom rooftop deck construction on Baltimore rowhouses. Full permitting, engineering, and integration with existing flat roof systems.

Custom deck design and construction
Full permit and engineering coordination
Integrated with flat roof waterproofing
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Skylights and Gutters

Skylight installation and seamless aluminum gutter systems. Full-envelope Baltimore rowhouse work.

Velux and other manufacturer skylights
Seamless aluminum gutters, custom colors
Chimney flashing and detail work
ABOUT US

Forty years of Baltimore rowhouses. Family‑run.

City Builders LLC has been South Baltimore's family-operated rowhouse and flat-roof specialist for over 40 years. GAF Certified, MHIC #136391. Rare Baltimore expertise in pinpointing leaks other companies miss and in complex rowhouse flat roofs plus rooftop deck construction.

Every crew that shows up at your house is our own team, not day-labor subs. Trained on our standards, insured by us, and answerable to the same phone number that answered yours.

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$275K

Average Baltimore home value a roof protects

$45K

Cost of water damage from a neglected roof

1 in 4

Insurance claims denied for deferred maintenance

68%

ROI of a new roof at resale

HOW IT WORKS

From inspection to warranty. No surprises.

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Free inspection

We come out, walk your project, take photos, and measure. No charge, no obligation. You get real answers, not sales pressure.

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Written estimate

Line-item pricing in plain language. Insurance coordination if there is storm damage. Options for every budget, no surprises later.

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Our crew arrives

Our own team, not day-labor subs. Yard protected, project managed daily, and clean pass at the end of every workday.

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Warranted & done

Manufacturer warranty registered in your name. Workmanship warranty signed. We answer the phone if anything comes up after.

FREE ASSESSMENT

Quick roof health check

Answer a few questions about what you see. No ladder required.

Is your roof more than 15 years old?

Have you noticed missing, curling, or granule loss on shingles?

Do you get ice dams on your eaves in winter?

Do you see water stains or bubbling paint on ceilings?

Have you had any leaks, even small ones?

Did a recent windstorm hit your neighborhood?

TESTIMONIALS

What our clients say

City Builders redid our Canton rowhouse flat roof three years ago. Roger and his crew found and fixed a leak two other roofers had missed. Zero call-backs since. Forty years of Baltimore rowhouses shows in every detail.

Michael K.
Canton · Flat roof + leak fix, 2022

We had a rooftop deck built on our Federal Hill rowhouse. City Builders handled the permits, the engineering, and the flat roof integration. Two years in, no leaks, no problems. Rare Baltimore expertise.

Sarah B.
Federal Hill · Rooftop deck + flat roof, 2023

Got three quotes for our Columbia home. City Builders was the only shop where the owner Roger showed up for the estimate. Straight pricing, meticulous work, on-time crew. That old-school approach is why they have 40 years.

David T.
Columbia · Full tear-off, 2024
FAQ

Common questions

Most residential asphalt roofs in the Baltimore area run $9,000 to $22,000, depending on square footage, pitch, and layers. We provide a written estimate with line-item pricing so there are no surprises.

A standard residential tear-off and reroof takes 2 to 4 days. We handle permits, materials, and cleanup. Your daily schedule stays intact.

Yes. We document damage with photos, coordinate directly with your adjuster, and make sure nothing gets missed in the scope. Especially important with MD wind and hail claims.

We offer financing options that let you get the work done now and pay over time. Ask about payment plans when you request your estimate.

Yes. Every roof, siding, or window install comes with the manufacturer's material warranty plus our own workmanship warranty in writing.

FREE ESTIMATE

Don't let a small problem become a big bill.

We'll be on your roof in days with a written estimate in plain language. Same crew that will do the work.

1617 South Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
Serving Baltimore since 1985
(410) 949-6062
Mon-Fri 7am-5pm, storms: 24/7
Licensed & insured MD contractor
Full workmanship warranty in writing
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