Thanks for Voting us one of Lancaster County’s Best!

John Esh
February 7, 2026

For 28 years, Lancaster County Magazine has been polling residents to find the best of local restaurants, stores, and services. It’s an honor to be included in this guide to everything that’s excellent in Lancaster county. If you’re looking for somewhere to eat dinner, someone to sell your home, someone to paint your kitchen, or someone to do your hair, the Best of Lancaster County list is a great place to look, every year.

 

We’re very grateful to all our customers who voted for us in the Roofing category! It means a lot to us, and we look forward to pursuing excellence next year and beyond.

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John Esh | CEO & Master Installer

  • 25+ Years Experience: From ground crew to Master Certified Installer.
  • Local Roots: Serving Lancaster, Harrisburg, and SEPA since 1991.
  • Credentials: GAF Master Certified (ME27586); Licensed in PA (PA124258) & MD (#137952).
  • The "Why": Obsessed with "radical transparency" to remove the fear factor from home improvements.

James Wesser | Content Producer

  • Background: Former local news digital producer and journalist.
  • The Mission: Turning complex roofing jargon into clear, "fluff-free" answers for homeowners.
  • Local Tie: When not filming on-site, he’s likely roaming Hersheypark or building digital worlds.

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