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Vanguard General Contracting

627 Ridgely Ave Warehouse, Annapolis, MD 21401

Google average
4.9
Ratings counted
252
One and two star
2 of 252(0.8%)
Maryland median
1.8%

The first three are Google’s own figures for Vanguard General Contracting, read on 24 September 2026; the share is of every rating Google has counted, not of the review texts on this page. The median is ours — the middle figure among the Maryland roofers we list with enough ratings to compare.

Rating breakdown

4.9
252 ratings
How the 252 ratings break down, from five stars to one
5
24396%
4
62%
3
10%
2
10%
1
10%
0.8%of these 252 ratings are one or two stars (2)

Lower than most — the typical roofer in Maryland sits at 1.8%. A higher share is a reason to read the critical reviews below, not a verdict.

The critical reviews

The one and two-star reviews, first. These are what a star average hides, and they are the reason this page exists.

The only one or two-star review we hold for Vanguard General Contracting.

  • 1 out of 5SHP Review3 months ago

    Terrible company to work with. Shane and Owen were my sales advisors who left the company and left me hanging. I emailed and called the company and no response. I even emailed the owner Sam and no response. After months of waiting, Shane contacted me from his new company and took over my insurance claim. If I knew I could switch companies I would have done it sooner but I had no idea how all this worked. (First time filing a claim!) Because so much time had passed, insurance would not pay the supplemental charges and I was responsible for the extra charges. Not happy with this whole experience but atleast this is all done and behind me.

What reviewers keep mentioning

Topics Google extracted from this business’s reviews, with how many mention each. These are words that appeared in reviews, which is not the same as a service the business sells.

  • insurance claim assistance59
  • smooth process19
  • gutters17
  • gutter replacement14
  • roof inspection14
  • responsive staff14
  • storm damage repair11
  • siding10
  • friendly crew6
  • insurance approval6
  • water damage repair5
  • flexible scheduling4
  • quick roof replacement3
  • plywood replacement2

Other reviews we hold

14 more of the 207 reviews we hold text for, most recent first. We do not hold every review Google has.

  • 5 out of 5Kevin Palmer3 weeks ago

    Great work and so easy to work these guys. I happily recommended Vanguard! Thanks you Sam and Eric!

    Reply from the business

    Thank you for the great review, Kevin! We're thrilled Sam and Eric made the process easy and that you're pleased with the work. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you again whenever you need us.

  • 5 out of 5Dawn Garlanda month ago

    Sam and the Vanguard team worked diligently to get our roof approved for damages. Took almost 2 years of back and forth with State Farm but eventually it was approved. Hard workers in the heat of summer. Many thanks.

    Reply from the business

    Dawn, thank you for the kind words and for sticking with us through that long back-and-forth with State Farm. We’re glad Sam and the team could help get your roof approved and taken care of, even through the toughest summer heat.

  • 5 out of 5Carolyn Robinsona month ago

    I truly appreciated the professionalism displayed by Vanguard. My roof replacement was explained to me in detail and completed as promised in a timely manner. I am highly satisfied with the quality of their work and would gladly use them again.

    Reply from the business

    Carolyn, thank you for taking the time to share this. We’re glad our team could walk you through the roof replacement clearly and get everything completed on schedule, and it means a lot to hear you’re happy with the quality. We’d be grateful to help you again anytime.

  • 5 out of 5Paul SabineEdited a month ago

    Kept informed throughout entire process men were hard workers and worked long hours Helped with working with the insurance requirements

    Reply from the business

    Paul, thank you for the kind review and for highlighting our team's communication and hard work. We're glad we could keep you informed throughout the process and that our crew's long hours made a difference. It's great to hear that our help with the insurance requirements was useful. We appreciate you choosing us and for recommending our services.

  • 5 out of 5Joe BARTLINSKIEdited a month ago

    Shane and his company did a great job with the new roof installation. He was even able to run it through my homeowners insurance which covered most of the replacement.

    Reply from the business

    Thanks for the kind words, Joe. We're glad Shane and the team were able to complete the roof replacement smoothly and that your homeowners insurance covered most of the cost. If you have any questions about the warranty or need future maintenance, please let us know.

  • 5 out of 5Andrew and Rose CarterEdited a month ago

    Thank you Sam at Vanguard General Contracting for doing such a beautiful job on my roof! From start to finish the professionalism and quality of work were outstanding. The crew was efficient, respectful and paid attention to every detail. My roof looks amazing and I couldn’t be happier with the results. I highly recommend Vanguard General Contracting to anyone looking for honest, reliable and high quality work!

    Reply from the business

    Thank you, Andrew—Sam and the whole team really appreciate it. We’re glad you noticed the professionalism, attention to detail, and how respectful and efficient the crew was, and it means a lot to hear you’re so happy with how the roof turned out. Thanks again for recommending Vanguard General Contracting to others looking for honest, reliable work.

  • 5 out of 5Jeff MartinEdited a month ago

    Needed a new roof after hail storm damage. Marcus was fantastic to work with from start to finish -- professional, efficient, and with great attention to detail. The new roof looks fantastic, and the whole process was smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend!

    Reply from the business

    Thank you, Jeff, for the wonderful review. We’re glad Marcus and the team provided a professional, efficient experience and that your new roof looks great. We truly appreciate your recommendation and the trust you placed in us after the hail damage. If you need anything else or have questions in the future, please reach out.

  • 5 out of 5Bruktait WorkuEdited a month ago

    They did a good job easy to communicate Easy to be reached and complete the job on time.

    Reply from the business

    Thanks for the review, Bruktait. We’re glad you felt communication was easy, that we were reachable, and that our crew showed up on time. We appreciate you choosing Vanguard General Contracting for your roofing work.

  • 5 out of 5Tina Francinoa month ago

    Vanguard is a great company to work with. All the people we came in contact with were awesome and the work quality is excellent.

    Reply from the business

    Thank you, Tina—really appreciate the kind words. We’re glad our team made the process easy to work through and that you’re happy with the quality of the roofing work.

  • 5 out of 5Pedro Riveraa month ago

    Sam and his crew did an exceptional job. Their price was competitive and marksmanship superior. Trust me, give them a chance and you won’t regret it.

    Reply from the business

    Pedro, thank you for the kind words. We’re glad you felt Sam and the crew delivered exceptional workmanship at a competitive price, and we really appreciate you recommending Vanguard General Contracting to others.

  • 5 out of 5carl smith2 months ago

    I cannot say enough about this company. I had storm/hail damage to my roof. Sam came out and assured me that homeowners insurance needed to cover it. After the insurance company offering cheap repairs and laughable offers that they expected me to take , and sending out 2 of their inspectors and an engineer, they decided they were no match for Sam. His thoroughness, knowledge and will finally made them face the facts. Most would have given up. I got a full roof replacement after a months long battle. Thank you Sam and Vanguard!

    Reply from the business

    Carl, thank you for the amazing review. I’m really glad Sam was able to guide you through the storm and hail claim and stay persistent with the insurance company until you got the full roof replacement you deserved. We truly appreciate you trusting Vanguard General Contracting.

  • 5 out of 5Oleksiy Blavat2 months ago

    Fantastic contractors, did an amazing job on my roof and handled the insurance paperwork themselves!

    Reply from the business

    Thanks so much, Oleksiy! We’re glad you’re happy with the roof and that we could take the insurance paperwork off your plate. We really appreciate you choosing Vanguard General Contracting.

  • 4 out of 5Jim Sewall2 months ago

    Vanguard offered a free roof inspection and discovered wind damage to our 15 year old roof. They helped us file a claim and coordinated with our adjustor who wrote us a new roof. We added new gutters to the scope of work. The roof work was excellent, however a design issue in an odd corner resulted in water damage in the family room several months later. Vanguard came out immediately to reroute the roof flow and do tear-out and repair in the family room, perfectly matching the wall and ceiling paint. Sam and team are exceptionally responsive and care deeply not just about their company's reputation but their personal reputations as well.

    Reply from the business

    Jim, thank you for the thoughtful review and for trusting us with your roof and gutter project. I’m glad our team could help with the inspection, claim process, and deliver excellent roof work, and I appreciate you calling out how quickly we responded to the issue and made things right with the reroute and family room repairs. We really do care about doing right by our customers, and your feedback helps us keep improving.

  • 5 out of 5Bernard FacchinaEdited 2 months ago

    Vanguard did a great job on my roof. They have professional staff and thorough clean up. Everything they said they would do.... they did. They also followed up several times to make sure everything was ok. I had one small item that needed to be addressed. They immediately sent a team member out to solve. I would definitely use them again.

    Reply from the business

    Thanks, Bernard—really glad to hear you’re happy with the new roof and that our crew’s professionalism and cleanup stood out. We appreciate you noting the follow-ups and are especially happy we could jump on that small item right away. We’d be grateful to work with you again anytime.

The latest post from this business

Posted by Vanguard General Contracting to their own Google profile 4 days ago. Their words, not ours.

A solid roof can change the whole feel of your home, and we love hearing it when customers notice the difference. One recent customer said our crew were great workers, the new roof looks great, and the cleanup was done very nicely. If you’ve been searching for a roofing contractor near me in Edgewater, Annapolis, Arnold, Mayo, Crownsville, or Riva, our team is ready to help you protect your home before late-summer storms roll through. As a general contractor, we handle roof inspections, repairs, and full replacements with careful work and clear communication from start to finish. When you need a roof replacement contractor you can trust, Vanguard General Contracting delivers quality you can see the moment we’re done. Contact us today to schedule your free estimate.13 hours agoLearn more

What Vanguard General Contracting says about itself

Taken from the business’s own website. We have not checked any of it. These are quotes, not credentials — a roofer writing “licensed and insured” on their homepage is not evidence that they are.

  • Warranty offered

    “…Specific warranty details will be discussed during the…”

  • Free estimates

    “…About Meet The Team Blog Contact GET A FREE QUOTE Roofing Contractor in Annapolis…”

  • Financing available

    “…We offer flexible financing options to help make your roofing or exterior…”

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Where this page comes from

Every figure above is Google’s, captured on 24 September 2026. The star average and the 252 ratings behind it are counted by Google across all of its reviews. The review text on this page is a sample — we hold 252, of which 207 have any text — and it is not everything Google shows.

Roof Warden does not verify licenses, bonds, insurance or workers’ compensation cover, and nothing on this page should be read as though we had. Confirm those directly with the contractor and with your state or provincial licensing body before you hire anyone.