Experienced Roofing Services in Mechanicsville, MD 20659 - Shorts Construction

Mechanicsville, MD 20659

(240) 585-2959

Main Services

  • Remodeling
  • Kitchen addition
  • Balcony addition
  • Detached garage construction
  • New structure construction
  • Bathroom addition
  • Bedroom remodeling
  • Bathroom remodeling

Local Business Overview

Shorts Construction is a trusted, full-service contracting company serving Mechanicsville and surrounding St. Mary's County. We specialize in general construction, roofing, and flooring projects, from comprehensive home remodels and additions to new single-family home builds. Recognizing the common local challenges with roof ridge cap damage and ventilation issues, our expert roofing services provide durable, code-compliant repairs and installations. We ensure proper airflow and structural integrity to protect your home from the humid Chesapeake climate. Whether you're addressing a specific roofing problem, planning a kitchen renovation, or building a new ADU, our team brings reliable craftsmanship and clear communication to every project in our community.

Common Questions

Can a bathroom or kitchen addition worsen my existing roof ventilation problems?

It can, if not planned properly. Adding rooms can alter your home's airflow. At Shorts Construction, when we handle bathroom additions, kitchen additions, or any building addition in Mechanicsville, we conduct a full assessment of your current roof ventilation system. We ensure the new structure integrates seamlessly, often upgrading vents or ridge caps as part of the project to prevent moisture buildup and protect your investment.

We need a new deck and have roof ridge cap damage. Should we handle these separately?

It's often more efficient to address them together. As your local general contractor, we can coordinate both projects. While repairing or replacing the damaged ridge cap to stop leaks, we can simultaneously build your new deck. This approach minimizes overall disruption, allows for potential shared material deliveries, and ensures both structures complement each other in quality and durability for your Mechanicsville home.

Does building a detached garage or ADU require special considerations for roof ventilation?

Absolutely. Proper ventilation is critical in new structures like detached garages, guest houses, or ADUs to prevent mold and heat damage, especially given our local humidity. Shorts Construction designs and constructs these new buildings with integrated, code-compliant roof ventilation systems from the start. We use quality ridge vents and soffits to ensure long-term protection, making your new construction as low-maintenance as possible.

Business Location & Hours



Mon:7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue:7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed:7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu:7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri:7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat:7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun:Closed


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