Goldenberg Roofing NYC

All 4 of the one and two-star reviews we hold for Goldenberg Roofing NYC, most recent first.

• 1 out of 5Engineer Freak3 weeks ago

  All the reviews are promotional I presume, because they’re a rip off of the company. Never upfront on pricing and will charge you more half way thru the job. They charged me 46k for a 20 by 60 roof, will never use this company again.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We take concerns about pricing and communication seriously, and we strive to provide clear estimates and discuss any necessary … More

• 1 out of 5John KEdited 8 years ago

  This has been an over year long experience with this company. We had a leaking roof on commercial property, and received a quote from Goldenberg Roofing. The initial quote was reasonably competitive, and due to the good reviews, we decided to move forward with them. Red flag #1: They revised their initial quote and doubled it, claiming that the initial quote was from someone who does not work for them anymore Red flag #2: As soon as they started the work, they tore open the roof and claimed that there were unforeseen costs of the repair and that they would need an additional $20,000 to finish the repair. At this point the roof was dismantled and the business underneath was dependent on not having rain pour into the building. The best thing to have done would have been to cut ties with this company and to move onto the next. But of course, we didn't... We trusted the word of Eden, and paid him for the surprise repairs that were urgently needed. At this point we were double in the initial quote to repair the roof, and that to complete the repair it would take double the amount we were already in, that's four times the initial quote. At the same time Eden said the most urgent repairs were done. Over the next 11 months the initial leak was worse than ever, and instead of a steady leak, there was a constant stream into the building interior during rainfall. This increased damage that was being done by the leak, compared to how the building was before Goldenberg Roofing touched the building. I reached out to Eden mid December 2017 for details on what work he did and proof. Over the course of 2.5 weeks he only responses have been text messages of apologies and excuses about emergencies and he can't even be bothered to send me proof of the work he's done. On top of that I have consulted with other roofing companies who have looked at the roof, and said that the roof repair could've been fully repaired for not only less than what we have already paid to Goldenbe

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  Reply from the business

  John, we are very sorry to read about your experience and understand how frustrating and stressful a prolonged commercial roof repair issue can be, especially when it affects an active business property. Concerns involving unexpected cost … More

• 1 out of 5Scott KrauseEdited 8 years ago

  Goldenberg oversold us on the job. Moreover, I accidentally overpaid them by $10k (I wrote two checks but cancelled the first when it was too late) over a year ago and wasn't paid back. I consider this stealing and filed a lawsuit. Horrible company.

  Reply from the business

  Scott, we are very sorry to hear about your experience and take concerns like yours extremely seriously. We understand how frustrating and upsetting a billing dispute of this nature can be, especially when it involves a significant overpayment and unresolved financial concerns. Transparency, accountability, and trust are fundamental to how we aim to conduct every roofing project, so it is deeply concerning to hear that this situation has left you feeling this way. Because this matter involves specific payment details and legal action, we want to ensure it is reviewed carefully and handled through the proper channels. We would welcome the opportunity to reexamine the transaction history, payment records, and communication related to your account so that any misunderstanding or unresolved issue can be properly addressed. Our intention is always to resolve disputes fairly and professionally. Please contact our management or customer support team directly with your case details if you are open to further discussion. We remain committed to addressing serious concerns responsibly and professionally.

• 1 out of 5JOHN HANNA8 years ago

  I'm surprised of the reviews that this company got so I think it is their friends or relatives because I hired this company to do my laundromat and it is the worst job ever with more leaks and a lot of damage just one week after the job is done, I have pictures and videos and I asked Aden , the owner and he did nothing only promises but now I'm going to see him in court soon, be smart and hire another company and don't just read the reviews that it looks not true. Thx

  Reply from the business

  John, we’re sorry to hear about your experience and take your concerns very seriously. Water intrusion issues after a completed roofing project, especially on a commercial property like a laundromat, are frustrating and unacceptable, and we … More

• flat roof replacement38
• membrane leaks11
• shingle roof replacement9
• thorough inspection9
• waterproofing7
• lengthy warranty4
• correct installation3
• roof sealing2
• parapet wall flashing2
• reliable roofing company2

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• 5 out of 5ChrisFrmNYCa day ago

  Water was getting into our top-floor room where the flat roof met the neighboring wall. They removed the loose flashing, repaired the underlying area, and installed new reinforced wall flashing. The neighbor’s side was protected and everything was cleaned when the work was done. We have had plenty of rain since the repair with no further problem. Good work and a straightforward experience.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you for sharing your experience. We are glad the roof repair addressed the water intrusion where the flat roof met the neighboring wall. Repairing the underlying area, replacing the loose flashing, and installing reinforced wall … More

• 5 out of 5Christopher Merz2 days ago

  I run an antique shop in Greenpoint, so my main concern was stopping the leak without creating a bigger mess around the inventory. The problem came from a puncture in the membrane behind a rooftop unit, not from the larger roof area as I originally assumed. They checked the insulation surrounding the damage and found it dry enough for a localized repair. The torn section was cut back and patched with membrane compatible with the existing roof. The nearby equipment supports were also repositioned so their edges would not continue pressing into the surface. Protective plastic was placed inside before work started, although very little dust came through. It was a relatively small job, but the same care was taken during the water test and cleanup that I would have expected from a complete replacement. Nothing has leaked since

  Reply from the business

  Thank you for sharing your experience. We are glad the roof repair in Greenpoint identified the membrane puncture behind the rooftop unit and allowed for a localized solution instead of an unnecessary full roof replacement. Repairing the … More

• 5 out of 5Shnelle Bell3 days ago

  The rooftop garden was the reason we enjoyed the building, but it also concealed most of the flat roof. Modular planting trays, irrigation lines, and pavers covered the membrane, making it difficult to investigate a leak above the rear bedroom. Moving a few trays did not reveal the full extent of the problem. A green-roof specialist removed the plants and irrigation components under a separate scope. Once the surface was clear, multiple membrane punctures and a clogged drainage layer became visible. Moisture testing showed wet insulation extending beyond the bedroom location. The replacement design accounted for the vegetated system returning afterward. The deck was repaired locally, then new insulation, membrane, compatible protection and root-control layers, drainage components, and accessible drain details were installed. The roofers and garden installer agreed on support and traffic areas in advance. One deck section near the drain required replacement, while the remaining wood stayed in place. Photographs documented the membrane before the protective layers covered it. An inspection box now identifies the drain so it can be checked without moving an entire planting bed. Two planting trays cracked during removal. Replacements were supplied before the garden reopened, although the matching plants needed several weeks to fill in visually. One irrigation connection also required a second visit from the garden installer. The terrace and neighboring parapet were cleaned before the trays returned. The final layout preserves a clear service path and keeps heavy planters away from the drain. We also received separate maintenance instructions for the roof and planting system. A full growing season and several storms have passed without water entering the bedroom. The garden looks nearly the same as before, but the concealed layers and maintenance access are completely different. Preserving the rooftop use while making the roof inspectable was the best outcome we could ha

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  Reply from the business

  Thank you for sharing your experience. We're glad the flat roof replacement addressed the concealed membrane damage and drainage issues while allowing you to preserve the rooftop garden. Coordinating the roofing work with the garden system, … More

• 5 out of 5Valeesa Chapman4 days ago

  We planned to pay part of our flat-roof replacement from savings but needed help with the remaining balance. A third-party lender approved financing for that portion under its own monthly payment terms. The roofing business did not provide the funds or make the lending decision. Our existing roof had recurring leaks around a rear drain and two plumbing penetrations. Replacement allowed those areas to be rebuilt together rather than patched separately again. The scope included removal, insulation, membrane, tapered drain sections, new flashing, and a decking allowance. Only one small wood area required replacement. The lender released payment a day later than expected, which delayed final paperwork but not the weather-tight installation. A few membrane cutoffs were found near the neighboring fence and removed during a return sweep. The roof has now gone through summer rain and winter weather without another leak. Using cash and outside financing together kept the monthly amount lower while still allowing us to complete the entire scope.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you for sharing your experience. We're glad the flat roof replacement addressed the recurring leaks around the rear drain and plumbing penetrations instead of relying on separate patches. Rebuilding those areas with new insulation, … More

• 5 out of 5Caitlin Council4 days ago

  Our apartment building has five masonry ventilation shafts passing through the flat roof. Nearly every shaft had been patched differently over the years, and leaks were appearing in rooms that did not line up neatly with the visible roof damage. The membrane between the shafts was also cracked and heavily coated. The replacement proposal treated the roof field and each masonry intersection separately. Loose mortar above the flashing line was repaired first. The roofing scope then included removal, insulation, modified-bitumen membrane, drain work, and new flashing around all five shafts. Tear-off exposed damaged decking beside only one shaft. The other stained areas were dry enough to retain. Photographs made that distinction clear before the replacement wood was installed. Masonry dust entered one open top-floor window during the first phase. The sill was cleaned, and residents received a reminder to keep those windows closed while wall work continued. No additional interior dust was reported. The roof has since gone through several storms without leaks in any of the former rooms. The shafts now have consistent flashing instead of five unrelated surface repairs.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you for sharing your experience. We're glad the roof replacement addressed the recurring leaks around the masonry ventilation shafts instead of relying on separate surface patches. Treating the roof field and each masonry intersection … More

• 5 out of 5Kaitlyn McDermott6 days ago

  The roof drain was not the only reason our warehouse held water. An older equipment platform had been removed years earlier, leaving raised patches that interrupted the drainage path. Water collected behind them even after the drain itself was cleaned. The estimate compared shaving down and repairing the obstructions with replacing the worn roof and rebuilding the slope. Test openings found wet insulation beneath two former platform locations, which made replacement the stronger option. The unused support penetrations were closed at the deck. Tapered insulation created a continuous route toward the drain, and the new membrane was installed over a prepared cover surface. Service walkways were added only where active equipment remained. One corroded deck area required replacement near the former platform. Material loading briefly blocked the rear receiving door during a scheduled delivery. The site lead cleared the route, and later staging was marked more carefully. Warehouse operations continued during the rest of the work. The first major rain left only a thin temporary film before the roof drained. Water no longer sits behind the abandoned platform patches because those raised areas are gone

  Reply from the business

  Thank you, Kaitlyn, for your thoughtful review. We're glad we could identify the underlying drainage problem and address the worn roofing system rather than simply treating the visible ponding. Removing the abandoned platform obstructions, … More

• 5 out of 5Tyreake Bella week ago

  I almost postponed the replacement when I saw the total. Our roof was leaking around two plumbing vents and had a low spot near the middle, but we had already spent a decent amount on repairs over the previous three years. Putting more cash into the same roof did not feel smart, and paying for the full project at once was not realistic either. We were referred to a third-party lender and applied directly through that company. The payment plan we qualified for required no money upfront and spread the approved amount into monthly payments. The roofing business did not make the loan or decide the terms. That financing changed the decision from another round of patches to complete replacement. The old membrane and damaged insulation were removed, the plumbing penetrations received new flashing, and tapered insulation was used to improve the low area. Only one decking section needed replacement, which was less than the allowance included in the agreement. A material delivery arrived later than planned, so the project finished the following morning instead of that afternoon. I would have preferred to know about the delay sooner, but the roof was secured and there was no interior exposure overnight. The final invoice credited the unused portion of the decking allowance. We had a heavy rain about a week later. Both vent areas stayed dry, and the low section drained without leaving the large puddle we were used to seeing. The lender arrangement is still a financial obligation, but it allowed us to solve the whole problem instead of paying for repairs year after year.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you, Tyreake, for your honest and detailed review. We're glad the financing option helped make the complete roof replacement more manageable and allowed you to address the underlying problems instead of continuing with repeated … More

• 5 out of 5Alejandra Vasqueza week ago

  We bought a Brooklyn brownstone knowing the flat roof would need attention. There were no active leaks during the inspection, but the membrane was heavily patched, the flashing was pulling away from one parapet, and nobody could provide reliable installation records. We decided to replace it before beginning the interior renovation. Because the building was temporarily unoccupied, access was straightforward. The crew from Goldenberg Roofing NYC was able to photograph the underside of the deck from areas where ceilings had already been opened. Those observations, combined with test cuts above, gave us a more accurate decking allowance before work began. The existing layers were removed to the wood deck. Most boards were reusable, with repairs limited to the parapet edge and one abandoned vent opening. New insulation and membrane were installed, and the vent was closed properly at the deck level. We also discussed future mechanical equipment planned for the roof. Clear service zones were marked, walkway pads were added, and the drain was kept away from the proposed equipment footprint. Nothing mechanical was installed as part of this contract. The first invoice included one more sheet of replacement decking than the photographs and measurements showed. I asked about it, the records were reviewed, and the invoice was corrected. Mistakes happen, but I paid attention to how quickly it was handled. The roof has remained dry while the interior work continues. We now have dated photographs of the bare deck, repairs, insulation, membrane, flashing, and drainage areas. Replacing a roof that was not leaking might sound premature, but completing it before new ceilings and finishes went in was the practical choice for this property.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you, Alejandra, for your thoughtful review and for choosing Goldenberg Roofing NYC. We're glad we could replace your roof before your renovation began, giving you a reliable roofing system and clear documentation every step of the … More

• 5 out of 5Anna Lovessa week ago

  The copper scuppers were one of the few roof details we wanted to preserve. They had aged well visually, but the membrane behind them had been patched repeatedly and one opening drained much slower than the other. Replacing everything with generic metal would have been easier, though it would not have looked right on the building. A metal specialist inspected the exterior conductor heads while the roofer evaluated the concealed sleeves and surrounding membrane. The decorative copper could remain, but the internal connections needed to be rebuilt. That became part of a complete cold-applied modified-bitumen replacement. After tear-off, the deck was solid except for the areas immediately inside both scuppers. The damaged wood was replaced, tapered insulation was laid out toward the openings, and a cover board created a consistent base. New scupper sleeves were integrated into the roofing and connected to the retained copper components. The custom metal took four days longer than promised. Roofing work continued in other areas, but the final scupper details could not be completed until it arrived. We received updates, although the delay still felt longer than it should have. New base and cap sheets were installed with reinforced flashing at the parapets and active chimney. The restored copper was cleaned but not polished into looking brand new. That was our preference because the existing patina suited the building. A few small pieces of old roofing were left on the lower setback after cleanup. We noticed them from an upstairs window and removed them ourselves. There had been a large amount of demolition, so it was understandable, but the lower area could have used one final check. Both scuppers now drain at a similar rate, and no water remains backed up against the parapets. The new roof looks simple, while the copper details still feel original to the property. Preserving them required more coordination, but it was worth doing.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you, Anna, for your thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that we could preserve the original copper scuppers while providing a long lasting roofing solution. Rebuilding the scupper connections, replacing the damaged decking, … More

• 5 out of 5Anna Jansor2 weeks ago

  The chimney had been covered with repeated beads of sealant, but water continued entering during wind-driven rain. Loose material was removed, the affected flashing was rebuilt, and new counterflashing was secured into sound masonry joints. The repair looked far more deliberate than the previous patches, and the contractor explained which future chimney maintenance remained separate.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you, Anna, for your wonderful review. We're glad our team could identify the source of the chimney leak and provide a proper long term solution instead of another temporary patch. Rebuilding the chimney flashing, installing new … More

• 5 out of 5Samantha Rowan2 weeks ago

  Had extensive roof work done by Goldenberg Roofing NYC including a new granulated cap sheet installation and reflective white coating applied to all the parapet walls and chimney structures. The crew handled the skylight curb replacement carefully, making sure everything was properly sealed before setting it back in place. Even working in cold weather conditions, the team stayed focused and kept the site organized. You can see the difference immediately, the white coating alone will help a lot with heat reflection and long term membrane protection. Solid, professional work from start to finish. Highly recommend Goldenberg Roofing NYC for anyone in Manhattan needing roof repair or restoration.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you, Samantha, for your wonderful review and for choosing Goldenberg Roofing NYC. We're delighted to hear you were pleased with your roof restoration project. From the new granulated cap sheet installation and skylight curb … More

• 5 out of 5s g2 weeks ago

  This house had closed-cell spray foam applied directly to the underside of the roof deck, creating an unvented attic assembly. The shingles were worn, but there was no open attic space where the underside of the plywood could be inspected. Adding ordinary ridge and soffit vents without reviewing the assembly could have disrupted its intended design. The ventilation and insulation approach was confirmed before roofing began. The replacement preserved the unvented configuration rather than automatically adding vents because they were common on neighboring houses. Test removal found one leak-damaged deck area that could not be seen through the foam from below. An insulation contractor removed foam locally so the damaged plywood could be replaced properly. Seven sheets were ultimately changed, while the remaining deck stayed firm. After the carpentry was complete, the insulation contractor restored the affected foam and air-control continuity from inside. Above the deck, the roof received new eave protection, synthetic underlayment, and architectural shingles. Penetrations were limited to the active plumbing and exhaust vents, with unused openings removed during replacement. Flashing was rebuilt without relying on the old layers of cement. The cooperation between the Goldenberg Roofing NYC and insulation trades prevented either system from being altered in isolation. Deck photographs and measured quantities kept the additional work understandable. Interior protection was concentrated beneath the foam-repair areas, and the rooms remained clean. The project finished with the new roof and the existing unvented assembly working as a coordinated system. Turn on the 10 outta 10 will recommend

  Reply from the business

  Thank you for the outstanding review and for your 10 out of 10 recommendation! Everyone at Goldenberg Roofing NYC truly appreciates your trust in our team. We are glad we could complete your roof replacement while preserving the integrity … More

• 5 out of 5Loki Nand3 weeks ago

  Water was entering near the party wall shared by two buildings with different roofing systems. One side had a newer EPDM membrane, while the higher neighboring roof had an older modified-bitumen surface. Roofing cement had previously been used to bridge the two materials, but movement between the buildings had split the improvised connection. Rather than applying another layer of cement, the guys at Goldenberg Roofing NYC documented both roof elevations and developed a transition that did not depend on bonding incompatible materials together. The failed material was removed, the masonry joint was prepared, and reinforced EPDM flashing was secured beneath new metal counterflashing. Work was scheduled with the neighboring owner so planters and rooftop furniture could be moved away from the shared wall. Both properties were protected during removal, and loose mortar was vacuumed from the neighboring roof before the furniture was returned. The transition passed a controlled water test. More importantly, the affected room remained dry during a later northeast storm—the weather pattern that had consistently produced the original leak.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you for your thoughtful review and for choosing Goldenberg Roofing NYC. We're glad our roof inspection and roof repair provided a lasting solution by correctly rebuilding the transition between the two roofing systems instead of … More

• 5 out of 5Atif Shah3 weeks ago

  Water began entering near an exterior wall after strong wind displaced part of the stone ballast. Once the stones were moved aside, the EPDM membrane showed no punctures, but a concealed field seam had started separating. Dust and moisture had entered the opening, preventing it from being resealed without preparation. The seam was cleaned, dried, primed, and rebuilt with reinforced EPDM material extending beyond both ends of the separation. Nearby ballast was redistributed to provide even coverage without burying the wall flashing. The Goldenberg Roofing NYC crew also installed separation material where sharper stones had rested directly against the membrane. A water test confirmed the repair before the ballast was returned. The interior wall remained dry during later wind-driven rain.

  Reply from the business

  Thank you, Atif, for your detailed review and for choosing Goldenberg Roofing NYC. We're glad our roof inspection and EPDM roof repair resolved the concealed seam issue and restored lasting protection against wind driven rain. Delivering … More

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