# Harco Exteriors **Trade:** Windows / Siding / Gutters · **Address:** 26 Manning St, Medford, MA 02155 · **Phone:** (617) 901-1650 · **Website:** https://www.harcoext.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 4.5/5** (medium confidence) — from 12 reviews across 6 sources. 100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 2 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read HarCo Exteriors is an owner-operated roofing, siding, window and exterior painting contractor based in Medford, Massachusetts, run by John Harman, who has been doing residential exterior work north and west of Boston since 1987 — 39 years in business. Reviews spanning 2022 through early 2026 are uniformly five stars (Google shows 4.3 out of 5 across 21 ratings), and the specifics repeat: homeowners describe Harman and his crew showing up on time, communicating clearly through the process, and cleaning the site thoroughly at the end of each day. In a 2025 review, a homeowner needing a roof replaced on short notice after an insurance inspection said HarCo gave the best quote of several bidders, moved quickly on permits and scheduling, and found and replaced rotted fascia wood without raising the price. A 2023 review described the crew matching a fascia repair to a home's original design so well that other roofers said they couldn't do it. Recent 2026 reviews describe the same pattern — skilled, punctual work on a new roof with careful daily cleanup. The company's own materials and its Better Business Bureau listing describe roofing, siding, window replacement, and exterior painting as its services; several reviewers also had HarCo install rain gutters or gutter guards as part of a roofing job, though a 2022 review notes the company does not do routine gutter cleaning. In a 2015 news article, Harman spoke about the ongoing challenge of finding qualified roofers to hire, saying his business runs on reputation and trust rather than volume. For roofing, siding, window or exterior painting work in the Medford area, the record here is unusually consistent — years of five-star reviews describing the same owner doing hands-on, detail-oriented work. Worth confirming current pricing and scheduling directly, and lining up a separate gutter-cleaning service if that's part of what's needed. **Strengths:** - Fair, unchanged pricing — reviewers describe honest quotes even after finding extra problems - Punctual and communicative — reviewers across years describe on-time, responsive service - Thorough cleanup — reviewers note the crew cleans the site every day - Precise repair work — a reviewer said fascia repair matched the original design better than other roofers could manage **Concerns:** - Gutter cleaning — one reviewer noted this isn't part of their service, gutter protectors installed instead ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 21 ratings. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Harco%20Exteriors&query_place_id=ChIJA9bWJ8d244kRhE82rvMKBbI) — “Google: 4.3★ from 21 ratings” - Owner-operated by John Harman, based in Medford, MA, and has worked on residential roofing, siding, window and exterior painting projects north and west of Boston since 1987. _(confidence: high)_ - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/medford/profile/roofing-contractors/harco-exteriors-0021-45718) — “This BBB profile confirms Harco Exteriors at 26 Manning Street, Medford, MA, offering exterior painting, roofing, siding and window installa…” - [Official Website](https://www.harcoext.com) — “HarCo Exteriors (harcoext.com), based at 26 Manning Street, Medford, MA, is an owner-operated roofing, exterior painting, siding and window …” - [Official Website](https://www.harcoext.com) — “Company history (self-reported): States it has been working on residential projects north and west of Boston since 1987.” - [Official Website](https://www.harcoext.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Owner-operated by John Harman (the site also spells the name "John Harmon").” - [Official Website](https://www.harcoext.com) — “Self-reported 39 years in business” - Offers roofing, exterior painting, siding and window installation, per its Better Business Bureau listing. _(confidence: high)_ - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/medford/profile/roofing-contractors/harco-exteriors-0021-45718) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Exterior Painting, Roofing, Siding, Window Installation” - A 2025 reviewer needing a roof replaced on short notice after an insurance inspection said HarCo gave the best quote of several, moved quickly on permits and scheduling, and found and replaced rotted fascia wood without raising the price. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xkbk5HYzJhMWxuWTNKQmVGY3hNV2x3UzNoa1IzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOldnNGc2a1lnY3JBeFcxMWlwS3hkR3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I needed to replace my roof on just a few weeks notice after an insurance inspection. HarCo gave me the best quote of several, and were a…” - A 2023 reviewer said the crew's fascia repair matched the home's original design so well that other roofers had said they couldn't accomplish it. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURSX3FQS1N3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDR_qPKSw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I hired John and his crew from Harco Exteriors to replace an upper roof and wrap around roof at my home. I genuinely appreciated John's h…” - Recent 2026 reviews describe punctual, skilled roof installation work with thorough daily cleanup. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xsUVNUTlVNVzQxUXpVMVpTMTVOMXBWYzB4Q2RtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOllQSTNUMW41QzU1ZS15N1pVc0xCdmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Expert, experienced, reliable, considerate, friendly, very reasonable prices has warranty and will come to fix any problem that might ari…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tsSlgyaFlkRXBTVVZnMmRISkJSRlYxZFVKMFdXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOklJX2hYdEpSUVg2dHJBRFV1dUJ0WWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I couldn’t be happier with the service from harco roof amd company.From start to finish, their team was professional, punctual, and incre…” - Multiple reviewers across several years describe the crew as responsive, on time, and fair on price and scope. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1dnV1dlNREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID5vuuvSQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ John and his crew replaced our asphalt shingle roof and gutters. They were prompt, straightforward, and fair. The job was done in the tim…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKbi1QUjlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICJn-PR9AE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ John from HarCo exteriors was great. He was very responsive and on time for both the quote appointment and the install. He's a very profe…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChRDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPN3Y1eBAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO7v5x%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ They reply to email and phone, show up when scheduled, perform as agreed, and workmanship is highest quality. I am glad that craftsmen …” - A 2022 reviewer noted the company does not perform routine gutter cleaning, and instead installed gutter protectors for that job. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChRDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPN3Y1eBAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO7v5x%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ They reply to email and phone, show up when scheduled, perform as agreed, and workmanship is highest quality. I am glad that craftsmen …” - In a 2015 news article, owner John Harman discussed the ongoing difficulty of finding qualified roofers to hire, saying his business runs on reputation and trust. _(confidence: medium)_ - [wickedlocal.com](https://www.wickedlocal.com/story/arlington-advocate/2015/10/10/roofer-shortage-plaguing-homeowners/33289643007/) — “wickedlocal.com — John Harman, owner of Harco Exteriors in Medford, said he has trouble finding qualified roofers to add to his crew and tha…” - Specializes in Windows / Siding / Gutters _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xkbk5HYzJhMWxuWTNKQmVGY3hNV2x3UzNoa1IzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOldnNGc2a1lnY3JBeFcxMWlwS3hkR3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I needed to replace my roof on just a few weeks notice after an insurance inspection. HarCo gave me the best quote of several, and were a…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURUMGRfZlNBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDT0d_fSA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Yes, another quality job done by John and team. New kitchen windows this time - swapped the very old and drafty crank window for new case…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN6aDdIZHJ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICzh7HdrwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ New roof and windows. Looks great. First class work and communicative/responsive to boot. Would highly recommend.” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURwclpXYkdnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDprZWbGg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ John and his crew replaced some windows for us this year. The windows took months to come but the crew came to install them as soon as th…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKbGZqdk5BEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICJlfjvNA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ This was the second project I hired John's team for and have been more than pleased with both jobs. Several years ago they put a new roof…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChRDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPN3Y1eBAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO7v5x%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ They reply to email and phone, show up when scheduled, perform as agreed, and workmanship is highest quality. I am glad that craftsmen …” - Specializes in Roofing _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tsSlgyaFlkRXBTVVZnMmRISkJSRlYxZFVKMFdXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOklJX2hYdEpSUVg2dHJBRFV1dUJ0WWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I couldn’t be happier with the service from harco roof amd company.From start to finish, their team was professional, punctual, and incre…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xkbk5HYzJhMWxuWTNKQmVGY3hNV2x3UzNoa1IzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOldnNGc2a1lnY3JBeFcxMWlwS3hkR3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I needed to replace my roof on just a few weeks notice after an insurance inspection. HarCo gave me the best quote of several, and were a…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1dnV1dlNREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID5vuuvSQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ John and his crew replaced our asphalt shingle roof and gutters. They were prompt, straightforward, and fair. The job was done in the tim…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKbi1QUjlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICJn-PR9AE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ John from HarCo exteriors was great. He was very responsive and on time for both the quote appointment and the install. He's a very profe…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURSX3FQS1N3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDR_qPKSw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I hired John and his crew from Harco Exteriors to replace an upper roof and wrap around roof at my home. I genuinely appreciated John's h…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlbTZTQTF3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDem6SA1wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ John replaced and repaired two of my roofs - in Lexington and then 10 years later in Newton. He is amazing. He explained exactly what m…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChRDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPN3Y1eBAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO7v5x%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ They reply to email and phone, show up when scheduled, perform as agreed, and workmanship is highest quality. I am glad that craftsmen …” - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/medford/profile/roofing-contractors/harco-exteriors-0021-45718) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Exterior Painting, Roofing, Siding, Window Installation” - Also offers House Painting _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChRDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPN3Y1eBAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xb2050af3ae364f84!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO7v5x%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ They reply to email and phone, show up when scheduled, perform as agreed, and workmanship is highest quality. I am glad that craftsmen …” - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/medford/profile/roofing-contractors/harco-exteriors-0021-45718) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Exterior Painting, Roofing, Siding, Window Installation” - [Official Website](https://www.harcoext.com) — “HarCo Exteriors (harcoext.com), based at 26 Manning Street, Medford, MA, is an owner-operated roofing, exterior painting, siding and window …” ## License Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported. Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search ## Sources - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Harco%20Exteriors&query_place_id=ChIJA9bWJ8d244kRhE82rvMKBbI): Listed on this source - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/medford/profile/roofing-contractors/harco-exteriors-0021-45718): Listed on this source - [Exa](https://www.wickedlocal.com/story/arlington-advocate/2015/10/10/roofer-shortage-plaguing-homeowners/33289643007/): 1 web mention across the open web (each linked to its source) - [Official Website](https://www.harcoext.com): 39 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details - [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/harco-exteriors-medford-2): Listed on this source - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Harco%20Exteriors&query_place_id=ChIJA9bWJ8d244kRhE82rvMKBbI): 4.3★ from 21 ratings ## Mentions Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding. - “John Harman, owner of Harco Exteriors in Medford, said he has trouble finding qualified roofers to add to his crew and that has always been the case. ... “I would hire more employees if they were out …” — wickedlocal.com (2015-10-10) — https://www.wickedlocal.com/story/arlington-advocate/2015/10/10/roofer-shortage-plaguing-homeowners/33289643007/ ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · J Rich · 2026-04-12**: Expert, experienced, reliable, considerate, friendly, very reasonable prices has warranty and will come to fix any problem that might arise. You rarely see this kind of concern, expertise service, and follow through anymore. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · A A · 2026-03-29**: I couldn’t be happier with the service from harco roof amd company.From start to finish, their team was professional, punctual, and incredibly skilled. They took the time to explain every step of the process, and the quality of their work is outstanding — our new roof looks amazing and sturdy. What… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ellen Blackburn · 2025-10-30**: I needed to replace my roof on just a few weeks notice after an insurance inspection. HarCo gave me the best quote of several, and were able to get the permits and schedule the work quickly a. I also had them redo the rain gutters and underlying fascia. Everything looks great, and they did the work… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · John Goellner · 2024-06-05**: New roof and windows. Looks great. First class work and communicative/responsive to boot. Would highly recommend. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Sean Fogarty · 2024-05-25**: Yes, another quality job done by John and team. New kitchen windows this time - swapped the very old and drafty crank window for new casements. Awesome job from beginning to end. Never have to worry about anything w/ John and team. All sealed up for the summer and can't wait to have a warmer kitchen… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jonathan Baxter · 2023-10-25**: John and his crew replaced our asphalt shingle roof and gutters. They were prompt, straightforward, and fair. The job was done in the timeframe and for the price that was quoted. The quality appears to be good and they were easy to work with. I definitely recommend. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Yuzhou DiLiberto · 2023-08-26**: John and his crew replaced some windows for us this year. The windows took months to come but the crew came to install them as soon as the windows were delivered. No delays. They did a great job taking out the entire old windows and installing new ones the best way possible. We are very satisfied wi… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kyle Joyce · 2023-07-07**: John from HarCo exteriors was great. He was very responsive and on time for both the quote appointment and the install. He's a very professional business owner who was able to educate me on my roof and some of the questions I had. We did a complete new roof install and he even had a few samples of t… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · sun king · 2023-07-01**: This was the second project I hired John's team for and have been more than pleased with both jobs. Several years ago they put a new roof on my residence and this time put vinyl siding on a rental property for me. Both jobs were done skillfully and in a professional manner. The little details (like … - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Federico Sparisci · 2023-04-26**: I hired John and his crew from Harco Exteriors to replace an upper roof and wrap around roof at my home. I genuinely appreciated John's honest opinion and expertise in walking through the quote, particularly when addressing some of the fascia that needed to be repaired. They were able to tailor the … --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-09-05T09:31:26.913Z. Cite as: Harco Exteriors — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/harco-exteriors-medford) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/harco-exteriors-medford