Smart Roof Installation is a family-owned roofing contractor serving Crandon and all of Forest County. We install asphalt shingle, metal, and specialty roof systems built for Wisconsin weather.
Free inspection · Written estimate · No obligation
Crandon is small-town Northwoods Wisconsin, surrounded by national forest and lakes, with a large share of seasonal homes and rural property.
Forest County has more trees and water than almost anywhere else in our service area, which means shade, debris, and moisture are constant factors on Crandon roofs. Valleys fill with leaves, roof surfaces stay damp, and moss and algae take hold quickly. For these roofs we emphasize algae-resistant shingle options, careful valley detailing, and clear drainage paths so water and debris move off the roof rather than sitting on it.
With so much seasonal housing, Crandon roof work often involves opening a property in spring and closing it in fall — we schedule around those windows and document condition carefully for absentee owners.
We serve the City of Crandon and surrounding Forest County, including lakefront and seasonal properties, the downtown area, and rural residential and recreational parcels.
We also serve neighboring communities including Rhinelander, Antigo, Tomahawk, Merrill. You can learn more about Smart Roof Installation on our home page, or read about our full roofing services.
Every roof we install in Crandon is a complete roofing system — not just a layer of shingles.
Full tear-off and replacement for Crandon homes at the end of their roof's service life, with roof deck inspection before anything new goes on.
Leak repair, flashing repair, and storm damage repairs for Crandon properties, including emergency roof tarping when a storm has opened the roof up.
Steel roofing systems, standing seam, and steel shake — a strong fit for Crandon properties that want maximum service life and snow shedding.
Flat and low-slope roof systems for Crandon commercial buildings, scheduled to minimize disruption to your business.
Heat-reflective finishes, upgraded insulation, and ventilation systems that lower energy costs on Crandon homes.
Free roof inspections for Crandon homeowners and buyers, with a written assessment and honest repair-versus-replace guidance.
We install and repair roofs throughout Crandon and the surrounding area. Here is the map of the community we serve.
Wind-driven shingle loss around ridge caps and gable ends is the most common storm damage we find in Crandon.
Water backing up at the eaves usually points to an attic ventilation or insulation problem, not a shingle defect.
Heavy granule loss means the shingle surface is breaking down and the mat underneath is exposed to the sun.
Most asphalt shingle roofs in Wisconsin last 20 to 30 years. Past that, replacement is usually the better value.
Curling edges and surface cracking signal the roof has dried out and is no longer shedding water reliably.
If you are repairing the same roof every few years, replacement is almost always cheaper over time.
Yes. We provide free roof inspections for homeowners in Crandon and throughout Forest County. We assess the condition of your shingles, flashing, ventilation, and roof deck, then give you a written assessment with an honest recommendation on whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
Roof replacement cost in Crandon depends on your roof's size, pitch, complexity, the number of existing layers that need removal, and the roofing material you choose. We provide a detailed written estimate after inspecting your roof, so you can compare options without guesswork.
We install architectural asphalt shingles including Atlas Pinnacle Pristine, IKO Dynasty, and Cambridge, along with metal roofing systems, steel shake, and synthetic slate tile. We help you choose a material based on your roof's design, your budget, and how long you plan to stay in the home.
Yes. We handle storm damage repairs throughout Forest County, including missing and lifted shingles, damaged flashing, and emergency roof tarping to stop water intrusion. We can document the damage and work directly with your insurance company on your claim.
Beyond Crandon, we install and repair roofs across Forest County and the wider Northeast Wisconsin region.
Tell us about your roof and we will schedule a free inspection at your Crandon property. You will get a written assessment, an honest repair-or-replace recommendation, and a clear estimate — with no high-pressure sales.