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
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...
Roof Flashing 101: The Unsung Hero Protecting Your Salisbury Home
When most homeowners in Salisbury, MD, think about their roofs, they picture the shingles. They think about the color, the style, and how those shingles look from the curb. While shingles are the...
Metal Over Shingles: Why the ‘Easy Way’ Might Cost You More in Salisbury, MD
It’s a conversation we hear often around the hardware store or over the backyard fence here in Salisbury. A neighbor just got a new metal roof, and they’re bragging about how they saved a few...
Not All Roof Coatings Are Created Equal: Aluminum vs. Acrylic vs. Silicone
For commercial property owners in Salisbury, MD, and across the Delmarva Peninsula, maintaining a large-scale facility is a game of strategy. When a flat or low-slope roof begins to show its age,...
Spring Cleaning Your Roof: Why Valleys and Gutters Need Your Attention Now
Spring has officially sprung here in Salisbury, MD. While most of our neighbors are busy airing out their houses, mulching flower beds, and power-washing the pollen off their siding, there is one...
Tornado Watch vs. Warning: What Every Salisbury Resident Needs to Know
For those of us living on the Eastern Shore, we are well-acquainted with the rhythmic patterns of the weather. We know the humidity of a Maryland July, the biting winds of a January morning, and the...
Is Your Roofer a Partner or Just a Salesman? How to Spot the Difference in Salisbury, MD
For a business owner in Salisbury, MD, a roof is rarely just a roof. It is a critical asset, a significant line item on a balance sheet, and a shield that protects your inventory, your employees,...
7 Mistakes You’re Making with Storm Damage Claims (and How Salisbury Roofers Can Help)
When a major storm rolls through Salisbury, MD, the immediate aftermath is usually a mix of relief that the weather has cleared and anxiety over the state of your property. Whether it was a heavy...
How Shingle Roofs Age: Weathered vs. Worn Out in Salisbury, MD
Caption: Shingle replacement helps restore your roof’s protective layer before minor wear turns into major leaks. For homeowners in Salisbury, MD, the roof is more than just a structural necessity:...
























