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  • Registration-Based Vermont doesn't license roofing contractors; instead it requires a statewide contractor registration. We treat this check as met rather than penalise it, but we haven't independently verified this company's registration - confirm it directly with the state before hiring.
  • Missing Corporation Our automated search didn't find a registered business entity for J.White Contracting with the Vermont Secretary of State. That doesn't mean the company isn't legitimate. Many roofers operate legally as sole proprietorships, which don't require registration, and a registered business can be filed under a different name, formed in another state, or created too recently for us to match. To confirm how the business is structured, ask the contractor or search the Vermont Secretary of State directly.
  • Business Address J.White Contracting's listed address at 150 Dorset St #Apt 142, South Burlington, VT 05403 appears to be a business address. This means the company operates from a real, locatable address rather than a mailbox or PO box, which can make it easier to reach them or resolve issues. Many roofers legitimately work from a home address, so this doesn't speak to the quality of their work, license, or insurance.
  • 0 Credentials Our automated search didn't find a manufacturer certification for J.White Contracting. Many reputable roofers aren't certified by any manufacturer, often by choice, so this isn't a sign of a problem. If a manufacturer-backed warranty matters to you, ask the contractor which certifications they carry.
  • Okay Ratings Across the platforms we identified for J.White Contracting (Google, Yelp, the Better Business Bureau), the blended average is 3.3 out of 5, which we label Okay. This is a plain average of public customer ratings, not a RooferWatch score. Averages like this can be pulled down by a few reviews or a single dispute, so treat it as a starting point and read the underlying reviews for context.

We verified 2/5 public records for J.White Contracting. The more of a company's record you can check, the more informed your hiring decision.

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Company Description

J.White Contracting has provided roof installation work in South Burlington and Burlington, Vermont since 1972. The company offers metal roof installation, silicone roof coating application, asphalt roof coating, aluminum roof coating, colored Rust-Oleum roof coating, shingle roof clear coating, roofing installation, and exterior painting services. Roof coatings extend roof life, prevent water damage, and reduce energy expenses. The company serves Colchester, South Burlington, Burlington, Williston, Essex, Essex Junction, Winooski, Shelburne, and Jericho in Vermont. J.White Contracting is a family-owned business based in South Burlington and holds BBB affiliation. The company is fully licensed as a roofing contractor.

Services Offered

  • Metal Roof InstallationInstalling a new metal roof system, typically standing seam or metal shingles, for durability and longevity.
  • Silicone Roof CoatingA durable, weather-resistant coating for flat roofs that provides excellent water protection and UV resistance without requiring primer.
  • Asphalt Roof CoatingA protective liquid layer applied over asphalt shingles to extend roof life, improve weather resistance, and seal minor cracks without full replacement.
  • Aluminum Roof CoatingA reflective protective layer applied to metal or flat roofs to extend lifespan, reduce heat absorption, and prevent rust and water damage.
  • Colored Rust-Oleum Roof CoatingA colored protective coating made by Rust-Oleum applied to roofs to refresh appearance, protect against UV damage, and extend shingle lifespan.
  • Shingle Roof Clear CoatingA transparent sealant applied over shingle roofs to protect against weathering, UV rays, and moisture while maintaining the original appearance of the shingles.
  • Roofing InstallationInstalling a new roof system on a structure, including decking preparation, underlayment, shingles or panels, and flashing.
  • Roof RepairFixing localized damage such as leaks, missing shingles, damaged flashing, or deteriorated sections without replacing the entire roof.
  • Exterior PaintingProfessional painting of exterior surfaces including siding, trim, fascia, and soffits to refresh appearance and protect materials.

Company Info

Lead-Safe (RRP)
N/A
Entity Type
Sole Proprietorship
Address Type
Commercial
Multi-State Company
No
Website Age
8.1 years old

Lead-Safe (RRP) in Vermont

Vermont runs its own EPA-authorized RRP program (Vermont Dept. of Health), so RRP-certified firms are not listed in the federal EPA registry. Absence here is not evidence a firm is uncertified - verify directly with the state program.

Inspections and Violations

U.S. and Vermont OSHA data
Inspections 0
Violations 0
Current penalties $0
Most recent -

Reviews and Reputation

About this review summary

This summary was automatically generated from customer reviews that were publicly visible at the time it was created on one or more of the review aggregators listed below. It does not constitute a review, rating, endorsement, or statement of fact about the business - it reflects only the opinions expressed by those reviewers as found at that time, not the views or conclusions of RooferWatch. Automated summaries can contain errors or omit context and may become outdated as new reviews are posted, so please read the original reviews through the links provided and do your own due diligence. If you are the business owner and believe anything here is inaccurate, submit a correction and we’ll review it promptly.
  • Avg. Rating 3.3
  • BBB C+
  • Google 4.5
  • Yelp 2.3

Customer reviews of J. White Contracting present mixed experiences. Some reviewers report satisfaction, with one customer praising quick response and competitive pricing for roof replacement work. However, other reviewers describe significant concerns. Several customers report poor timeliness, with one noting a months-long delay and another experiencing repeated broken promises over nearly two years. Reviewers describe communication issues, sloppy workmanship, and incomplete work. One customer reports the contractor misrepresented completed flashing work and alleges tools went missing during a job. Another reviewer describes unprofessional crew behavior, lawn damage from spilled paint, paint failure shortly after application, and the contractor's unresponsiveness to repair requests despite multiple promises. That reviewer states they ultimately needed to hire another contractor and file a formal complaint.

About this average rating

This figure is a straightforward average of the public ratings we’ve gathered for this company across the following review platforms that our systems have identified: Google, Yelp, the Better Business Bureau. It is not a proprietary RooferWatch score or a judgement of our own; each source is converted to a common five-star scale and blended into a single number so that no one platform’s reviews carry outsized weight, giving a more balanced read on overall sentiment. We’d still encourage you to read the underlying reviews on each platform and weigh them for yourself.

Review Signals Over Time

About these review signals

These figures are derived from this company’s 29 most recent publicly visible Google reviews at the time they were gathered. They simply describe patterns in those reviews - how often new reviews appear, how often the owner replies, and whether recent star ratings run higher or lower than older ones. They are not a review, rating, endorsement, or judgement by RooferWatch, and they reflect only what those public reviews showed at that time, which can change as new reviews are posted. Please read the underlying reviews and do your own due diligence. If you are the business owner and believe anything here is inaccurate, submit a correction and we’ll review it promptly.
~1.4/mo Reviews per month
0% Owner responds to reviews
Steady 4.7 recent vs 4.7 earlier
How customers rated J.White Contracting each month
Number of new reviews J.White Contracting received per month

By sheer volume of Google reviews (a measure of how much feedback a firm has gathered) J.White Contracting ranks 9th of the 42 roofers we track across Vermont, ahead of about 80% of them. Over the past year it has pulled in 19 reviews - the most recent this month - for a rate of roughly 1.4 reviews per month, which is faster than approximately 64% of the other Vermont roofers. Its 4.5-star average rating sits below the Vermont median of 4.9 stars. The owner responds to 0% of reviews, which is in line with the typical Vermont roofer’s rate of 0%.

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