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Reviews for Kovar Roofing a Division of Kovar Contracting Inc.

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melanie
melanie
2 reviews , ON
10/10

Siding replaced, roofing replaced and eavestrough added

I purchased my 100+ old home in Almonte last year, knowing that I would need to replace the siding (it was very outdated and tired looking). After receiving two quotes, I chose to go with Kovar Contracting, as they were much more reasonability priced, and their reviews were excellent.
Kevin and Alex were assigned to the job, and were outstanding to deal with. They worked very hard and had to endure the nastiest weather April 2017 could dish out daily. There were several very high peaks on the house, and they worked together safely and seamlessly to get the job done. I also expanded the scope and had them do some roof replacement where needed and also add eavestroughing everywhere. The eavestrough colour was matched perfectly to the house and looks great. I am extremely pleased with the job they did and would not only recommend Kovar Contracting but plan to use them again myself if/when the need arises!! Thank-you for your dedication and professionalism Kevin and Alex!!! It was a true pleasure doing business with you!

Approximate cost of services:
$20,000.00
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Thank you so much for your detailed review and your kind words. I will make sure to pass your compliments to Alex and Kevin.

Jason

Gwill a.
Gwill a.
1 review Ottawa, ON
10/10

Roofing and insulation

My husband and I are very pleased with the work that was done. All the workers arrived as scheduled and were also polite and friendly. Everything was left clean and tidy when they left. I would have no problem recommending Jason and his team to others.

Approximate cost of services:
$8,300.00
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We were very happy to be of service to you. Thank you again for your business.

Paul i.
Paul i.
3 reviews Ottawa, ON
10/10

Kitchen ceiling leak

We suddenly had a small leak in our kitchen ceiling after a strong rainstorm. I called around to various roofing companies, but most of them were either too busy, too expensive or didn't even bother to return my call. Jason promptly returned mine, his price was right and, even though they were quite busy at the time, his foreman Alex dropped by early in the morning on his way to another worksite to inspect the situation in order to write up an estinate. He quickly discovered that the flashing had been improperly installed during construction - even shooting some photos to show me the details without having to climb up a ladder to see for myself. A few days later I approved the estimate that was emailed to me, and the next week Alex showed up and completed the work without my even having to be there. This company is very professional, attentive to detail, and does what they say they are going to do (a rarity it seems these days). I would have no hesitation using them again or referring them to anyone else.

Approximate cost of services:
$600.00
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It was indeed our pleasure, Paul, to look after your problem leak. Thank you very much for the great review.

James
James
1 review Ottawa, ON
10/10

Downspouts

I had downspouts added and one was tied in to a sump pump discharge pipe.

Approximate cost of services:
$400.00
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Thank you for your business and your awesome rating>

Jay Downey in Ottawa
Jay Downey in Ottawa
1 review Ottawa, ON
8/10

Skylight Replacement

I hired Kovar Contracting to replace our skylight and noticed a leak in the attic the following winter. I contacted Jason and he came to our house that same day to inspect the leak. As soon as the weather warmed up he brought his crew out and removed and reinstalled the skylight at no cost.

Kovar Contracting was very professional and stood behind their work when there was a problem.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,200.00
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We were glad to help out. Thank you for you business.

fitzsimmons44 in Ottawa
fitzsimmons44 in Ottawa
1 review , ON
10/10

Roof Replacement

I waited before writing this review. A great experience doesn't mean that the product will hold up. We had our roof relaced by Kovar in June 2016. Our experience up front was excellent. Jason is very personable, helpful and knowledgeable. His quote was competitive but no one came close to his upfront explanations, time spent talking about shingle color and quality choices. The roofing team came on time, did a great job cleaning up after and the roof looked great. We had a small issue with water coming between the roof and the eaves trough in a few spots. The team returned in a timely fashion and the fix has held. After a winter of extreme freeze and thaw, several wind storms (we're on a hill) and now a spring with lots of rain, I write this review. The roof has held. No issues to date. We HIGHLY recommend Jason and Kovar.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,400.00
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Company Response

Thank you for your well considered review. We are sure your roof will hold up to the Canadian weather for many years to come.

Spencer Cripps in Ottawa
Spencer Cripps in Ottawa
2 reviews Ottawa, ON
10/10

Vent Replacement

Jason was very helpful and knowledgeable in replacing roof vents that were letting squirrels into our attic. He went out of his way to help find a good pest control company for us as well. He and his crew replaced vents on our very steep roof in the middle of winter to help us evict our unwanted roommates.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,000.00
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We were glad to help out. Thank you again for your business and do keep us in mind for any future roofing or interior renovation projects.

John in Ottawa
John in Ottawa
3 reviews Ottawa, ON
10/10

Soffit, Fascia, seamless eavestrough and T-rex leafguard

I hired Kovar contracting to replace all the aluminum eavestrough with seamless trough and T-Rex gutter guard along with new soffit and fascia.

Alex came to the house and took all the old product down and showed me that not only was the old aluminum falling off because the wood it was fastened to was particle board and had decayed but that it was installed over the solid wood original soffit. He took the time to show me that only a few holes had been cut to let air into the attic and some of the vents had simply been attached to the soffit over solid wood and not opened up.

Throughout the job Alex was meticulous about the way he worked. He explained that it mattered which way the soffit ran from the front and from your laneway. He said " it should always be a clean run visually from the main access of your house... it matters because it looks sloppy if you have right angles cutting a clean line of soffit ". Now, I don't profess to understand this but I can tell you it looked fantastic when it was done! I understood what he meant after it was finished because it literally gave a crisp new look to the house from all sides.

Alex was very professional and treated my home like he wanted his treated and i couldn't be happier to have had him and Kovar Contracting on my property. It took them three and a half days to complete the job and after each day they cleaned up the property and removed all the garbage before leaving, you wouldn't know they were here if it wasn't for the big trailer in front of the house (which was also clean and well cared for not an eyesore). They cut all the old wood soffit that was under the solid aluminum soffit away and installed new breathable soffit and fascia that looks fantastic. I also have to say that the seamless trough and gutter guards work fanstastic. I have been through the fall and have not had to clear one clogged gutter and watched as the leaves simply blew over the gutters and allowed the water to flow in with no overflow, even through the big downpours we had this fall. It really worked flawlessly to the point that neighbours were asking me about it as they climbed ladders scooping black gunk from their plugged gutters. The whole system looks and works well together and since there is no bracket screws from the front, they are attached directly to fascia with screws every 8 inches through the back of trough and T-Rex system, it gives a sharp clean look from the ground.

If you are looking for a perfect meticulous job and want honesty when dealing with a contractor then Kovar Contracting with Jason and Alex are your best choice. Great work Alex and thank you so much!

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
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Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed review. We were very happy to be of service to you. Thank you again for your business.

robertdehartog
robertdehartog
1 review Ottawa, ON
10/10

shingling roof

Work done quickly and efficiently. Workers were cordial and efficient. Product was explained well and clean up after was well done.

Approximate cost of services:
$3,500.00
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Thank you very much for your business and taking the time to write a review on our behalf. It was our pleasure to take care of your roofing needs.

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Ottawa, ON
10/10

Roof replacement

We were referred to Jason by a mutual friend and received good feedback from the references we were provided. We received visits and had quotes from a few other companies with quotes ranging from $13K - 20K. Jason's quote was very reasonable and we were immediately impressed with his openness, integrity and services/products. He offered one of the better warranties for both materials and service, His crew was courteous, friendly and did a fantastic job on our roof. We would (and have) highly recommend Kovar Contracting to our friends!

Approximate cost of services:
$15,000.00
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Thank you for your review and your referral. Recommendations are always appreciated. Thank you for your business.

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More about Kovar Roofing a Division of Kovar Contracting Inc.

About Us
Kovar Contracting is your trusted provider of high-quality roofing, siding, eavestrough, soffit/fascia/trim, renovation and insulation services in the greater Ottawa area. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction sets us apart, ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standards.

Our Mission
Our mission at Kovar Contracting is to deliver superior service and workmanship using the best available products. We aim to enhance the beauty and durability of your home while providing peace of mind through our robust warranties and skilled installations by our certified team. We offer a 50-year non-prorated warranty on all shingle roofs and 10 year workmanship warranty on other services. We pride ourselves on providing reliable, high-quality work and excellent communication.

Ready to enhance the look and functionality of your home with our expert services? Contact Kovar Contracting today for a free consultation and estimate!

Roofing Services:

Shingle Roof Installation and Replacement
Roof Repairs and Maintenance
Skylight and Sun Tunnel Replacement and Installation
Comprehensive Roof Inspections
Emergency Roofing Services
Flat Roofing
Snow and Ice Removal
Heat-Trace Installation
Ventilation

Siding Services:

Siding Installation and Replacement
Vinyl, Wood, and Fiber Cement Siding Options
Custom Siding Solutions to Enhance Curb Appeal

Eavestrough Services:

Eavestrough (Gutter) Installation and Repair
Seamless Eavestrough Solutions
Gutter Guard Installation (50% off with eavestrough installation for a limited time!)

Soffit and Fascia Services:

Soffit Installation and Repair
Fascia Installation and Repair
Enhancing Ventilation and Aesthetic Appeal

Interior Renovation Services:

Kitchen Installation
Bathroom and Kitchen renovations
Basement finishing
Home renovations

Other Services:

Insulation
HVAC
Flashing Replacement
Chiminy Delete
Deck Building

CATEGORIES
Roofing, Basement Renovation, Bathroom Renovation, Demolition, Gutters & Eavestroughs, General Contractors, Home Additions, Kitchen Planning & Renovation, Siding, Sunrooms, Solariums & Greenhouses, Stucco, Skylight Installation & Repair, Historical Restoration, and Insulation
PRODUCTS
Asphalt Shingles, Cedar Shake Shingles, Seamless eavestroughs, Flat Roofing, Vinyl Siding, Cement Siding, all different gauge Metal soffit and Fascia.
SERVICES
Roofing, Skylights, Sun Tunnels Siding, Eavestroughing/Gutters, Soffit and Fascia, Insulation, Ventilation, HVAC, Interior Renovations, Decks, Heat-Trace Cables, Snow and Ice Removal
BRANDS
Certainteed, Roxul, GAF, Royal, BP, James Hardie, Velux, Heat-Line,
SPECIALITIES
Cedar Shake Roofing Systems, Mansard Roofs, Seamless Eavestroughs, Skylights and Sun Tunnels, Heat Trace Cables
WEBSITE
https://www.kovarcontracting.com
YEAR ESTABLISHED
2008
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
15
PAYMENT METHOD
Cash, Cheque, e-transfer, MasterCard, Visa, AmEx
LICENSES
Certainteed Master Shingler, Velux VIP Certified Installer
MEMBERSHIPS
BBB, LLHBA, Perth Chamber of Commerce, Big Rideau Lake Association,
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
BONDED
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
10 Years
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