Reputable Roofing Experts
About Peninsula Roofing Company, Inc.
When it comes to your roof, you need a committed and experienced roofer to ensure the safety of your home or business. At Peninsula Roofing Company, Inc., we make it our mission to provide the highest quality of service to commercial and residential clients throughout Delmarva.
Your roof is an essential part of your property that is meant to keep you safe and dry. If it has an unresolved leak or other issue,you risk weakening the long term integrity of your building, increasing the risk of significant damage, costly repairs, and possible health issues. Our team is here to ensure you receive superior roofing protection through reliable roofing repairs, installation, and maintenance.
Our Story
Peninsula Roofing Company was founded in 1947 by Salisbury businessman Wallace Messick. In 1968, it was purchased by the late Herbert Fincher, a former Westinghouse executive and prominent civic leader in the Salisbury, MD area. In 1988, ownership was transferred to Herb’s daughters, Kathryn Fahey and Laurie Nosworthy.
Our Progression
Today, Peninsula Roofing Company has over 50 employees and performs commercial and residential roofing work in Eastern Shore Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware. Our projects range from small homes to large buildings. In addition to our commercial and residential divisions, we also have a service division dedicated to small projects and quick response roof repairs.
The Peninsula management team is dedicated to following the example of Herb Fincher’s leadership. We emphasize quality of workmanship, safety, and honesty in our relationships with our customers, employees, vendors, and suppliers.
Our Mission
We believe it is our responsibility to serve the community in which we live. Our employees are active in various civic organizations, and we provide corporate support for numerous organizations and causes. Our goal at Peninsula Roofing Company is simple – to safely provide a high-quality product and outstanding customer service as we meet our customers’ needs in the roofing industry.
Our values and beliefs require that we:
- Make “Do It Right the First Time” our commitment as a team
- Safely deliver a high-quality, competitive roof and outstanding service to each customer.
- Provide the most effective and efficient corrective action in resolving customer service issues.
Our Blog
Above It All: A Tour of the World’s Most Unique Roofs
We were looking through some project files this morning and started thinking about how much we focus on the "practical" side of roofing. Here in Salisbury, MD, we spend our days making sure shingles...
The Details That Matter: Moisture Vents and Leak-Proof Flashing
When you look at a roof, it’s easy to focus on the broad strokes: the color of the shingles, the clean lines of a new TPO membrane, or the overall curb appeal. But as we often say at Peninsula...
The Steep Roof Myth: Why Every Detail Still Matters (Especially at Pitch Breaks)
It’s a common point of confusion for many homeowners in Salisbury, MD, who think a high pitch is a get-out-of-jail-free card for roofing maintenance. This post breaks down why the details are...
The Peninsula Playbook: What We Actually Look for During a Roof Inspection
Living on the Delmarva Peninsula is a bit of a double-edged sword. On one hand, we get the beautiful coastal breeze and the distinct four seasons that make Salisbury, MD, such a great place to call...
The Yellow Dust: Is Pollen Ruining Your Salisbury Roof?
If you live in Salisbury, MD, or anywhere across the Delmarva Peninsula, you know exactly what time of year it is. It’s that season where you walk outside to find your car has been "gifted" a fresh...
“Who Will Just Do a Small Repair?” – Why We Have a Team Just for the Small Stuff
If you’ve spent more than five minutes scrolling through a local Salisbury Facebook group or Nextdoor lately, you’ve seen the post. It usually goes something like this: "Does anyone know a roofer...
To Repair or Replace? Why We Always Look for the Fix First
There is a specific sound that every homeowner and facility manager in Salisbury, MD dreads: the rhythmic plink-plink-plink of water hitting a plastic bucket. It usually happens in the middle of a...
The Silent Leak: Why Your Commercial Roof Could Be Failing Without a Single Drop of Rain Inside
If you manage a commercial property in Salisbury, MD, or anywhere across the Delmarva Peninsula, you probably judge the health of your roof by one simple metric: Is there water dripping onto the...
The Permit Puzzle: Why Local Roofing Rules Protect Your Insurance Claim
Let’s be honest: nobody wakes up in the morning excited to fill out government paperwork. Whether you’re a property owner in Ocean City or managing a facility in Accomack County, the word "permit"...
The 8-Inch Rule: Why Flashing Height Matters on Your Salisbury Commercial Roof
If you own or manage a commercial property in Salisbury, MD, you’ve probably spent more time than you’d like thinking about what’s going on above your head. Flat roofs: or "low-slope" roofs, as we...
Breathable Roofs: The Truth About Shingle Ventilation in Salisbury
If you’ve lived through a July in Salisbury, MD, you know exactly what we’re talking about when we say the air feels like a warm, wet blanket. That humidity isn’t just hard on your hair and your air...
Beyond Metal: Why Fiberglass is the Secret Weapon for Corrosive Industrial Roofing
For facility managers and industrial property owners, the battle against corrosion is a constant, expensive struggle. In many environments, traditional construction materials like steel and aluminum...
No Joke: The Real History of April Fools’ and How to Spot a “Roofing” Prank
If you woke up this morning, scrolled through your social media feed, and saw a headline claiming that the government is now mandating all homes in Salisbury, MD be painted neon green to "combat...
Black vs. White: The Great Roofing Divide and the Delmarva “Transition Zone”
If you spend much time on the road, you start to notice things that most people drive right past. For a roofer, that usually means staring at the top of every commercial building from Salisbury to...
Legacy of Reliability: Why Peninsula Roofing Never Misses a Beat
On any given Monday, the hum of activity at Peninsula Roofing Company, Inc. is a testament to decades of disciplined operation. This Monday, while the owner, Sean Fahey, is away from the office, the...
More Than Just a Patch: 5 Signs You’ve Found a Real Roofing Partner in Salisbury
We’ve talked about this a lot lately: the difference between just getting a job done and actually helping a client manage their property. It’s a shift in mindset that a lot of property owners in...
Strategic Roofing: How to Buy 3 More Years Without Losing Your Long-Term Savings
When you own a commercial property or manage a large residential complex in Salisbury, MD, the roof is often your most significant "silent" expense. It’s a massive asset that sits over your head,...
The Condo’s Silent Partner: Why Your Roofer Should Be Your Building’s Historian
Ocean City, Maryland, is a place of constant transition. The tides change, the tourists come and go, and perhaps most significantly for property managers, condo boards rotate like clockwork. While...
Ocean City’s Building Code: What It Means for Your Next Roof
For property owners in Ocean City, Maryland, the roof is more than just a structural necessity: it is the first line of defense against one of the most demanding environments on the Atlantic coast....
Commercial Roof Life Cycles: What Every Salisbury Business Owner Should Know
For a commercial property owner in Salisbury, MD, the roof is often a "set it and forget it" asset: until it isn't. Whether you are managing a retail storefront on North Salisbury Blvd or a...
























