Roofing, Siding & Remodeling Experts Serving Cape Elizabeth, Maine

Roofing for Cape Elizabeth Homes

From full roof replacements to targeted leak repairs, we install and service metal, rubber (EPDM), and asphalt shingle roofing systems suited to the demands of a shoreline property. For homes exposed to direct ocean wind, we'll walk you through which roofing material and underlayment approach holds up best for your specific site — not just a generic recommendation.

Siding & Exterior Upgrades

Cape Elizabeth's mix of historic shingle-style homes and newer construction means siding needs vary widely from one property to the next. We install vinyl, fiber cement, and traditional wood and cedar shingle siding, and we're comfortable working within the look many Cape Elizabeth homeowners want to preserve — especially on older homes near the water where matching an existing coastal aesthetic matters as much as performance.

Additions & Remodeling

Cape Elizabeth's larger lots and strong resale values make additions and major remodels a common project here — primary suite additions, expanded kitchens, mudrooms, and full second-story additions among them. Because much of Cape Elizabeth sits within shoreland zoning overlay areas, projects near the water frequently involve additional setback and permitting review beyond what's typical inland. We factor that into project planning from the start so there are no surprises once design work is underway.

New Construction & Home Improvement

Beyond roofing and siding, we handle new structural framing, garages, and broader home improvement work — windows, doors, decks, and interior remodeling — for Cape Elizabeth homeowners who want one contractor managing the full scope of a project rather than coordinating multiple trades themselves.

Why Cape Elizabeth Homeowners Work With M & Son

We're a Portland-based, family-run contractor with two decades of hands-on experience and 12 years in business, so we've seen how Cape Elizabeth's coastal conditions play out over time—not just at installation, but years later. We keep communication clear from the first estimate through final walkthrough, and we build using materials and methods chosen for how they'll hold up here, not just how they look on installation day.



Get Started

If you're planning a roof replacement, siding upgrade, addition, or remodel for your Cape Elizabeth home, we'll start with a straightforward site visit to look at what your property actually needs — coastal exposure, existing structure, and all. Reach out for a free quote.

M & Son Construction 980 Forest Ave, Portland, ME 04103 (207) 332-6515

Cape Elizabeth, Maine — Frequently Asked Questions

Do you work on homes right on the water in Cape Elizabeth, or just inland properties in town? Both. We work throughout Cape Elizabeth, including waterfront and near-shore properties along areas like Shore Road, Trundy Point, and Spurwink. Homes closer to the water get extra attention on material selection and flashing detail because of the added salt and wind exposure.

Does being close to the ocean actually make a difference in what materials you recommend? Yes. Salt air accelerates corrosion on metal fasteners and components, and wind-driven rain finds gaps that wouldn't be an issue further inland. For roofing and siding on near-shore properties, we typically recommend corrosion-resistant fasteners and flashing, and materials rated for coastal exposure — details that matter less on an inland home but make a real difference in Cape Elizabeth.

Will my project need extra permitting because Cape Elizabeth has shoreland zoning? Possibly. Large portions of Cape Elizabeth fall within shoreland zoning overlay areas, and projects near the water — particularly additions or anything that changes a home's footprint — can trigger additional setback and permitting review beyond what's typical for an inland Southern Maine town. We factor this into planning early so it doesn't catch you off guard mid-project.

I have an older, shingle-style home. Can you match that look, or will new siding or roofing look out of place? We regularly work on Cape Elizabeth's older shingle-style and Cape-style homes, and we plan for matching the existing coastal aestheticis something we plan for specifically —whether that means traditional cedar shingle siding or a roofing profile that fits the home's original character, rather than defaulting to whatever's easiest to install.

What roofing material holds up best for a home exposed to direct ocean wind? It depends on your specific site, roof pitch, and how directly you're exposed, but metal and properly installed asphalt shingle systems both perform well on Cape Elizabeth's coastal homes when the underlayment and flashing details are done right. We'll walk you through the trade-offs for your particular property during a site visit rather than giving a one-size-fits-all answer.

Do you handle both the roofing/siding work and larger additions or remodels? Yes. We handle roofing, siding, additions, new structural framing, and broader home improvement work like windows, doors, decks, and interior remodeling — so Cape Elizabeth homeowners can work with one contractor across a full project rather than coordinating separate trades.

How far in advance should I contact you before I want work started? It depends on the project. Roofing and siding work can often be scheduled within a few weeks depending on the season, while additions and larger remodels — especially anything requiring shoreland zoning or permitting review — benefit from starting the conversation several months ahead. If you're aiming for a specific season, reaching out early gives you more flexibility.

Are you familiar with Cape Elizabeth specifically, or do you mostly work in Portland? We're based in Portland but have worked on homes throughout Cape Elizabeth for years, including properties with the added complexity of coastal exposure and shoreland zoning. That local familiarity — knowing what a Cape Elizabeth property actually needs versus a generic recommendation — is part of what we bring to every estimate.



Do you offer free estimates for Cape Elizabeth projects? Yes. We start with a site visit to look at your property's specific conditions — coastal exposure, existing structure, and scope of work — before putting together a quote.