Is O’LYN Roofing Locally-Owned and Operated?
Yes, and proudly so. O’LYN Roofing has been a local, family-owned Massachusetts company for over 51 years. From the beginning, our mission has been simple: deliver exceptional craftsmanship and honest service to homeowners across Greater Boston.
Our dedication to quality and attention to detail quickly earned us the nickname “The Victorian Specialists” after perfectly executing hundreds of projects in Brookline, Chestnut Hill, Newton, and surrounding communities. Our customers are never just a project number; they are homeowners who have trusted us to perform a major renovation on their most valuable asset. In fact, roughly 55% of our new business comes from repeat customers or people who have seen the O’LYN Roofing name around Greater Boston for years.
We’re proud to employ a knowledgeable, friendly, and long-tenured team. We only serve the Greater Boston area, and we only focus on delivering superior roofing solutions.
One recent review says it best:
“Many, many years ago my late dad, who was a licensed contractor, pointed to an O’LYN truck while he was driving and said to me, ‘That’s a very good company.’ I remembered that when I needed new gutters. O’LYN did an excellent job installing my gutters. They came on time, were professional, and knew what they were doing. They answered my questions, cleaned up after the job was done, and even picked up all the nails with a magnetic tool — I found that amazing. I highly recommend O’LYN.” – Dawn M.
That kind of long-term trust and local recognition doesn’t come from advertising – it comes from earning it, one roof at a time.
What Happens When Big Corporations Enter a Very Personal Business
In recent weeks, the sudden closure of NewPro, one of the region’s largest home improvement companies, has left both customers and employees in shock. The company, which was originally locally owned, was eventually acquired by private equity and later by BlackRock, a global investment firm. When profits didn’t meet expectations, the business was abruptly shuttered.
Unfortunately, this kind of outcome is not uncommon when large corporations take over deeply personal, service-based businesses. In the roofing and remodeling industry, trust, communication, and community reputation matter just as much as the products themselves. When decision-making moves far away from the neighborhoods being served, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters: the homeowner’s experience.
At O’LYN, we believe that roofing is not a transaction – it’s a relationship. Our business decisions are made right here in Massachusetts, not in a distant boardroom. That local accountability is what allows us to stand behind every roof, every gutter, and every product we install.
A Message to Former NewPro Customers and Employees
To all the homeowners who were left in limbo after NewPro’s closure – we’re here to help. Whether you are mid-project, in need of service, or simply looking for a trusted, established local company to take over, O’LYN Roofing is ready to step in. Our customer service team is ready to schedule a complimentary project consultation for you.
We also want to extend our support to the former employees of NewPro who suddenly found themselves without work. O’LYN is actively growing and always looking for skilled, hardworking professionals who take pride in their craft. If you’re looking for a new opportunity with a stable, family-owned company that values its team, we invite you to apply on our Careers Page.
For over 51 years, we’ve served this community through every kind of weather – and we’ll continue to do so for decades to come. Because at O’LYN, local means lasting.
