Somers Roofing & Exterior Experts
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Somers is a historic company town on the north shore of Flathead Lake, born from the lumber mills of the early 1900s and now a lakeside community of original mill homes, waterfront properties, and a busy marina. Its century-old housing stock and open lakeshore exposure make for a tough roofing environment — heavy snow, ice dams on old attics, and strong winds off the water. We bring the right materials and detail work to protect Somers' historic and lakefront homes.
Community Overview
Population
1,200+ (Flathead Lake north shore)
Housing Stock
Somers is a historic lumber-mill town on the north shore of Flathead Lake, with early-1900s company-built homes, lakefront properties, and newer infill nearby. The original mill-era housing is now well past a century old — many roofs and attics were never built for modern snow and ice performance — while lakeside homes face strong open-water wind.
Weather Challenges in Somers
- • Heavy snowfall: Somers sees 40-55 inches a year, loading the old, often under-built roofs of mill-era homes.
- • North-shore lake wind: open exposure across Flathead Lake brings strong, sustained winds that lift shingles and stress flashing.
- • Ice dams: century-old homes with minimal insulation and ventilation are highly prone to ice dams and interior leaks.
- • Summer hail: thunderstorms off the lake and Swan Range bring hail that cracks aging shingles.
- • Freeze-thaw cycles: lake-edge humidity plus temperature swings accelerate wear on old roofing.
- • Aging mill-era housing: original Somers homes predate modern codes and frequently need full ventilation and underlayment upgrades.
Our Services for Somers
Hail Damage Restoration
We can document visible damage and provide a written repair or replacement scope. Your insurer determines coverage and payment under your policy, including deductibles, depreciation, limits and exclusions. Confirm claim requirements and any proposed product discount directly with your insurer.
Ice Dam Prevention & Removal
Recurring ice dams deserve a closer look at the whole roof and attic. We assess air leakage, insulation, ventilation and drainage before recommending work. Any materials or accessories must suit the existing assembly and follow the applicable product instructions and local requirements.
Snow Load Management
Safe roof snow removal when loads exceed structural capacity, plus snow-retention systems on metal roofs. Regular inspections prevent dangerous accumulation.
Metal & Shingle Roof Replacement
Before work begins, confirm the contracting company, current registration, installation requirements and applicable manufacturer warranty for your selected products. View the official GAF contractor profile.
Siding & Gutter Solutions
Wind-resistant siding, seamless gutters, and complete exterior renovation — protection against hail, wind, and heavy snow.
Neighborhoods We Serve
- • Somers village — historic mill-town core with early-1900s company homes.
- • Somers Bay & lakeshore — waterfront homes with high wind exposure.
- • Marina district — lakeside properties and mixed-use buildings.
- • Somers Stage Road — established residential streets inland.
- • North-shore acreage — semi-rural homes between Somers and Kalispell.
ZIP Codes Served
59932 and surrounding Flathead Lake areas
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you re-roof a historic Somers mill home?
Yes. Somers' early-1900s company homes often have aging roofs and minimal attic ventilation. We re-roof with modern underlayment, ice-and-water shield, and proper ventilation upgrades while respecting the home's character — and we document everything for insurance.
How does Flathead Lake wind affect Somers roofs?
Open north-shore exposure brings strong, sustained winds that lift shingles and fatigue flashing. The property’s exposure, structure and selected roof system determine the specification. Fastening, underlayment, flashing and other components must follow the applicable product instructions and project requirements.
Why does my old Somers home get ice dams?
Recurring ice dams deserve a closer look at the whole roof and attic. We assess air leakage, insulation, ventilation and drainage before recommending work. Any materials or accessories must suit the existing assembly and follow the applicable product instructions and local requirements.
Is metal roofing a good fit for lakeside Somers homes?
Compare the actual roofing products for your roof shape, exposure, budget and maintenance preferences. Ratings, expected service life and warranty coverage depend on the selected system, installation and property conditions. Confirm current manufacturer instructions and applicable code requirements before choosing materials or accessories.
Do you handle storm and hail damage claims?
We can document visible damage and provide a written repair or replacement scope. Your insurer determines coverage and payment under your policy, including deductibles, depreciation, limits and exclusions. Confirm claim requirements and any proposed product discount directly with your insurer.
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