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Picked by Darin

Picked by Darin Chamberlin. In 42 years of landscape contracting, Darin has worked hand in hand with roofers, plumbers, remodelers, tree crews and storm repair pros, because every outdoor project depends on the trades around it. This roofing store grew out of that work. It isn't a venture capital deal, it's gear Darin has seen get the job done.

Roofing tools and supplies for Cedar Rapids Roofing customers.

Helpful supplies for your project and ongoing maintenance. The buttons open Amazon in another tab, leaving this page available. When it’s time to hire a professional, request a no-cost estimate.

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Guardian rooftop safety kit with 50 ft lifeline See it on Amazon

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Celestron binoculars See it on Amazon

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HEATIT HIRD 240-Foot Roof and Gutter De-Icing Cable See it on Amazon

Picked from the products on this page. New Hot Item of the Day every day, of the Week every Monday, of the Month on the 1st.

Local picks for Cedar Rapids

After the 2020 derecho and hail, check the roof from the ground first. A weather radio and a sump alarm help when storms knock the power out.

Celestron binoculars

View roof areas from the ground with binoculars instead of climbing up.

Review the current deal, verify the precise model and fit, and read the manufacturer’s directions before purchasing.

Mesqool emergency NOAA weather radio

A NOAA/AM/FM radio with a 12,000mAh battery that charges by solar panel, hand crank or USB-C, plus a flashlight and a reading lamp. Hears National Weather Service warnings when the power and cell service are down.

Fully charge it before first use, as the listing advises.

A black hideaway two-way radio base unit with a short antenna and a green status light, next to a wireless handheld microphone

Featured: Picked by Darin

Midland MXT295 15W GMRS mobile radio with Bluetooth mic

Talk from the truck to the crew on the roof without yelling over the compressor or climbing down. 15 watts (5-watt low setting), IP67 sealed against dust and water, automatic noise canceling, 22 GMRS + 8 repeater channels and 154 privacy codes, PA and intercom, and NOAA weather alerts. The hideaway base unit tucks out of sight and runs off a DC vehicle adapter.

Using GMRS in the US needs an FCC license: no test, $35 for 10 years, and one license covers your immediate family. Anyone outside your family needs their own.

Read our GMRS guide (license, range, uses)

Five black GLOBAL-PTT handheld radios with screens showing WiFi, 4G LTE, GPS and SOS icons

Crew radios over cell networks

global-ptt 5-pack 4G LTE / WiFi push-to-talk radios

Five push-to-talk radios that talk over 4G LTE or WiFi instead of radio range, so a crew spread across town (or across job sites) can still reach each other. Each one comes with a pre-installed SIM card, GPS and an SOS button, in an IP67 case that floats if it gets dropped in water.

Needs cell or WiFi coverage to work. Check the current price, coverage and platform terms on Amazon before ordering.

Wi-Fi sump pump alarm with 33 ft float switch

A weatherproof sump and septic alarm with a 33-foot float switch, a loud audible alarm and email alerts when the water rises.

Email alerts need working Wi-Fi. Test the float and alarm each season.

Our picks

Cedar shake roof on a small cabin

Flex Caulk clear sealant

A compatible sealant is suited to small exterior sealing details, not replacing an entire roof.

Keep siding drainage openings, flashing water channels, and movement joints unobstructed.

Klein pinless moisture meter

After suspected roof water intrusion, a moisture meter may help assess indoor materials you can reach.

Review the current offer, exact variant, fit and manufacturer’s directions before ordering.

Pyramex full-brim hard hat

A suitable hard hat may help address identified overhead dangers around roofing tasks.

Review the label for hazard coverage and class, then check fit, condition, and job requirements. It offers no fall protection.

Guardian rooftop safety kit with 50 ft lifeline

A safety arrangement for sloped-roof work, including a full-body harness, a reusable anchor for the roof, and a lifeline.

Follow the anchor maker’s installation directions and applicable fall-safety rules. Have a professional handle steep or elevated roofs.

More top picks

Metabo HPT Pneumatic Roofing Nailer

A pneumatic nailer for asphalt shingles, set to a 16-degree angle.

Confirm nail compatibility.

DeWalt 20V MAX Coil Roofing Nailer

A battery-powered 15-degree roofing nailer from the 20V MAX line.

Confirm battery compatibility.

Makita AN454 Coil Roofing Nailer

A coil-style roofing nailer compatible with nails as long as 1-3/4 inches.

Confirm nail compatibility.

BOSTITCH BRN175A Roofing Nailer

A pneumatic roofing coil nailer angled at 15 degrees.

Confirm nail compatibility.

MAX SuperRoofer CN445R3 Roofing Nailer

Roofing coil nailer designed for fasteners up to 1-3/4 inches in length.

Confirm nail compatibility.

Metabo HPT 18V MultiVolt Roofing Nailer Kit

An 18V brushless roofing nailer kit that comes with a coil.

Confirm battery compatibility.

Freeman PCN450 Coil Roofing Nailer

A pneumatic 15-degree roofing nailer that takes nails up to 1-3/4 inches long.

Confirm nail compatibility.

meite 1-3/4-Inch Galvanized Roofing Nails

A 2,880-count box of galvanized 15-degree coil roofing nails, each 1-3/4 inches long.

Check nailer compatibility.

HEATIT HIRD 240-Foot Roof and Gutter De-Icing Cable

A 240-foot de-icing cable for roofs and gutters, delivering 5 watts per foot.

Follow installation instructions.

Frost King RC160 Roof Cable Kit

A 160-foot electric roof cable kit with a 120-volt supply and 800-watt rating.

Follow installation instructions.

USA-Made Snow Roof Rake with Shingle Saver Rollers

A 20-foot roof rake with rollers designed to protect shingles.

Use a gentle touch when working with it on shingles.

Snow Joe Telescoping Roof Rake

A roof rake with a telescoping handle and a 25-inch poly blade.

Use it carefully on shingles.

Raptor micro-mesh gutter guards

Gutter guards that fit are useful for roof-edge drainage and seasonal upkeep.

Review the live offer, exact model, compatibility, and maker’s guidance before placing an order.

Liquid Rubber waterproof coating

Apply waterproofing coating only to limited roof areas that the manufacturer expressly approves.

Verify that it suits the roofing material, local weather conditions, and approved use. It cannot fix structural damage or replace an entire roof system.

A-M 5-Inch Aluminum Gutter Guard, 100 Ft

A 100-foot length of mill-finish aluminum gutter guard for leaves and debris.

Confirm gutter fit.

Bonus pick

Backup Power Pick

One backup power pick to keep a fridge, lights and phones running when the grid goes down. It opens on Amazon in a new tab.

Test-run gas generators outdoors, never in a garage or near a window.

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Backup power

Keep the fridge, phones, lights and Wi-Fi going when the grid goes down. A gas inverter generator handles the big loads.

An orange and black AIVOLT open-frame inverter generator in a black tube frame, printed 4200 peak and 3300 running watts

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Open-frame inverter generator

AIVOLT 4,200W open-frame inverter generator

A gas inverter generator rated 4,200 peak / 3,300 running watts. AIVOLT lists up to 16 hours of runtime on its 2.6-gallon tank in ECO mode, CO shutdown, a low-oil alert, parallel capability, an RV-ready outlet and USB ports, at 54.3 lb and 68 dB.

Run gas generators outdoors only, far from doors and windows. Carbon monoxide can kill.