Queens

Roof Repair & Replacement in Forest Hills

Forest Hills combines a busy Austin Street shopping corridor and Queens Boulevard apartment towers with the quiet, Tudor-style streets of Forest Hills Gardens. The neighborhood holds slate, tile and shingle roofs on historic homes alongside large flat roofs on co-op buildings.

20 years in business
10-year warranty
Leak response within 2 hours
Licensed & insured

Free estimate Call 917-900-0555

Roofs and buildings in Forest Hills

Forest Hills Gardens, an early planned garden community, features English-inspired Tudor and Georgian houses with slate, tile and detailed gables. Beyond it, one- and two-family brick and wood-frame houses, mid-century co-op and condo towers on Queens Boulevard and Yellowstone Boulevard, and prewar apartment buildings fill the neighborhood. Storefront blocks along Austin Street and Continental Avenue have low-slope roofs.

Streets and corridors we work along: Austin Street, Continental Avenue, Queens Boulevard, Metropolitan Avenue, Yellowstone Boulevard.

Local landmarks: Forest Hills Gardens, Forest Park, West Side Tennis Club, Forest Hills LIRR Station.

What wears out roofs in Forest Hills

Slate and tile repairs in Forest Hills Gardens

Historic homes often carry slate or clay tile with copper valleys and decorative gutters. Repairs need experienced hands, careful matching and the right fasteners, since improper work can crack brittle pieces and damage historic details.

Complex rooflines with many valleys

Tudor-style gables, dormers and chimneys create many valleys and flashing joints. Each intersection is a potential leak point, so careful flashing and periodic inspections are essential on more elaborate houses.

Large flat roofs on Queens Boulevard towers

High-rise co-ops have big membranes with bulkheads, parapets and shared mechanical equipment. Flashing failures and clogged drains lead to leaks on upper floors, so managers benefit from planned inspection and replacement cycles.

Freeze-thaw cycles and winter ice can crack older slate and stress flashing, while summer thunderstorms test drainage on flat roofs above Queens Boulevard.

Buildings we roof in Forest Hills

Single-Family Home

Detached Tudor, Georgian and colonial houses in Forest Hills Gardens and nearby streets often feature slate, tile or architectural shingle roofs.

Single-Family Home roofing in Forest Hills →

Co-op

Co-op buildings along Queens Boulevard, Yellowstone Boulevard and side streets are widespread, with boards managing roof capital projects.

Co-op roofing in Forest Hills →

Apartment Building

Prewar and midcentury apartment buildings near the Forest Hills subway and LIRR stations have large flat roofs and bulkheads.

Apartment Building roof guide →

Mixed-Use & Storefront

Austin Street and Continental Avenue shops sit under low-slope roofs, often with apartments or offices above.

Mixed-Use & Storefront roof guide →

Condo

Newer condo buildings near Queens Boulevard have membrane roofs overseen by associations and professional managers.

Condo roof guide →

Permits and approvals in Forest Hills

Permit office: NYC Department of Buildings, Queens Borough Office (120-55 Queens Boulevard, Kew Gardens).

Standard roofing follows NYC DOB rules. Forest Hills Gardens is a private community with its own architectural guidelines, so exterior changes there typically need review beyond city permits.

Many NYC roof replacements are filed through DOB NOW; minor repairs may not need a filing. We confirm what applies to your address before work starts.

What affects cost in Forest Hills

Slate or tile work, intricate rooflines, tall co-op buildings needing hoisting and tight parking on residential blocks all influence the scope of roofing in Forest Hills.

Every roof is different, so we price each job after a free inspection. Every job gets a free written estimate. How roof costs are built up.

Before and after: flat roof replacement with new chimney and parapet flashing by East NYC Roofing — **Recent work by our crew** · Flat roof replacement with new chimney and parapet flashing

Frequently asked questions about roofing in Forest Hills

Do I need approval for roof changes in Forest Hills Gardens?

Likely yes. The Gardens has its own governing corporation with design guidelines for exterior alterations, in addition to city permits. Check with the Forest Hills Gardens Corporation before choosing materials or colors to avoid costly rework.

Can slate roofs in Forest Hills be repaired instead of replaced?

Often. If the slate itself is sound and only fasteners or flashing have failed, individual pieces can be replaced. A slate specialist can assess whether remaining life justifies repair or whether a full replacement is more sensible.

How often do Queens Boulevard co-op roofs need replacement?

It varies with the system and maintenance, but flat membranes typically need replacement every couple of decades, with repairs in between. Regular inspections after storms and each winter help boards budget and avoid emergency repairs.

Why is my Tudor-style roof leaking near the chimney?

Chimney flashing, step flashing and counterflashing are among the most common failure points, especially on older homes with multiple masonry stacks. Mortar joints and caps may also be cracked, so the chimney itself should be inspected.

Find us in Forest Hills

Nearby neighborhoods we serve

All Queens locations · All roofing services

See what customers say on our Google reviews - or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.