Why ALFE

Why Philadelphia Homeowners Choose ALFE

Licensed in PA — HIC #PA227632 · Insured. Built around what homeowners actually need from a roofing contractor — not what's convenient for the crew.

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Our Standards

What sets ALFE apart

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Manufacturer-Trained Installation

Our install training comes straight from the manufacturer — the GAF Roofing Academy Certificate of Achievement, a hands-on residential program run by GAF itself. We install to published specification, so the manufacturer's material warranty stands behind every system we put on.

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Written Scope on Every Job

Every project begins with a written scope of work, photo documentation, and a workmanship warranty in writing. No verbal-only agreements. You receive documentation that answers every question about what was done to your roof.

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Philadelphia-Based, Owner-Operated

Sultan El Jabali built ALFE to serve the community he grew up in. Licensed in PA — HIC #PA227632 · Insured. Serving Philadelphia, the Main Line, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware Counties, South Jersey and Northern Delaware.

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Why Partner With Us

Trust. Quality. Precision.

At ALFE Roofing, we're more than a roofing company — we're your partner in protecting your home. Here's how we stand out:

Unmatched Experience+
Our crew lead brings 25 years of roofing experience across metal, shingle, slate and TPO systems. We work throughout PA, NJ, and DE. That range matters: the right detail on a standing-seam valley is not the right detail on a flat roof, and we have done both.
Premium-Grade Materials+
We source industry-leading materials — GAF Timberline HDZ, standing seam metal, and top-tier TPO systems. Your investment deserves nothing less than the best.
Artisan Craftsmanship+
Our skilled crew combines precision, innovation, and attention to detail. Proper nail placement, starter strips, and ice-and-water shield on every install — not just where required.
Transparent Communication+
No surprises, no confusion. From inspection to final invoice, you track every stage in our customer portal — updated in real time at every milestone.
Warranty Coverage+
Our workmanship warranty runs up to 10 years, depending on the job — see the terms by job type. GAF asphalt shingles add the manufacturer's Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty; standing-seam metal carries a 35-year Drexel Metals paint-finish warranty on painted Galvalume and aluminum panels (excludes Exotic colors). Details on request.
Storm Damage Documentation+
For hail, wind, and storm damage, we document your roof with dated photos and a written estimate you can give your insurer. We don't negotiate the claim — that stays between you and your insurance company.
Payment Options+
We accept check, ACH bank transfer, and credit or debit card (3% card fee). Your written contract sets out what is due and when. See payment options.

Inside Your Free 27-Point Roof Report Card

7 areas we assess on every roof

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Roofing Surface

Shingle condition, granule loss, curling, cracking, and missing sections — documented by zone across every roof plane.

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Flashing & Penetrations

Chimney, skylight, vent pipe, and valley flashing — the most common source of active leaks on roofs that look fine from the street.

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Gutters & Drainage

Slope, attachment, downspout extensions, and debris load — assessed for water management failure risk along the full drainage path.

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Ventilation System

Ridge vents, soffit vents, and attic airflow ratio — poor ventilation degrades shingles from the inside and shortens lifespan by years.

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Fascia, Soffit & Trim

Rot, separation, and paint failure at the roofline — early indicators of moisture intrusion that accelerate into structural damage.

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Decking & Structure

Soft spots, delamination, and sagging — assessed via walking pattern and visual check of exposed sections where access allows.

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Interior Moisture Indicators

Attic staining, insulation compression, and daylight penetration — the interior often reveals damage months before the exterior does.

Our Three Commitments

On-Time

We turn up inside the window we gave you. If we are going to be late you hear it from us before the window closes, not after it — and from the person doing the work, not an answering service.

Honest Diagnosis

If our inspection finds your roof in great shape with no work needed — we tell you that. We'd rather have your trust than a sale.

Your Choice of Options

Where there is more than one honest way to fix it, you get all of them in writing — what each costs and how long each should last, repair alongside replacement rather than replacement alone. Nothing is pitched at your door. You decide on your own time.