# RB Farina Roofing Co

**Trade:** Roofing · **Address:** 1319 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02476, USA · **Phone:** (781) 648-5446 · **Website:** https://www.farinaroof.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.0/5** (high confidence) — from 389 reviews across 8 sources.
91% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 57 reviews, 9 negative.

## The honest read

The number that stands out for RB Farina Roofing is 583 — the Google ratings behind its 4.8★ average — and gutters plus full roof replacements are what keep people calling. Based in Arlington, the crews turn up on hundred-year-old houses and triple-deckers alike, and reviews name project supervisors — Victor Gomes, Kevyn, Vini — almost as often as they name the trade itself. Its Massachusetts home improvement contractor registration is active, and BBB lists it as an A-graded accredited business since 2019.

With 390 reviews dating back to 2015 across eight platforms — Thumbtack sits at 4.9★ from 88 ratings, Angi at 4.7★ from 63 — the volume behind the business is real, and recent reviews repeat the same beats: a century-old house's roof and gutters replaced in four work days, and drone photos used to pinpoint a leak before a repair plan gets proposed (a 2023 review described that job directly). A late-2025 review described a two-triple-decker EPDM reroof finished in a matter of days.

A handful of 2026 reviews describe the same failure after the sale closes, though: nails left on a driveway that later punctured tires (reported this year and again in a 2024 review), stones damaged in a parking lot with no follow-up repair, and a missed quote appointment with no call to cancel. One customer's $1,600 repair quote was matched by a competitor at $650. The BBB lists 4 complaints on file, without detail on what they involve.

The strongest case for RB Farina is a big, complex reroof or gutter job where a named supervisor stays on top of it start to finish. What's worth confirming beforehand is who handles driveway and property cleanup, and getting any damage-repair commitment in writing before the crew leaves.

**Strengths:**
- Drone leak diagnosis — pinpoints failures before quoting repairs
- Named supervisors — Victor Gomes and Kevyn stay in touch through jobs
- Century and multi-unit reroofs — historic and triple-decker jobs finished fast
- Verified licence — Massachusetts HIC registration is active
- BBB accredited — A grade held since 2019

**Concerns:**
- Post-job debris — nails left behind punctured tires twice
- Accountability gaps — 2026 reviews cite unresolved property damage
- Price variance — one quote ran far above a competitor's

**Where sources disagree:**
- Google shows two different rating snapshots for the business — 4.8★ from 583 ratings and a separate 4.3★ from 4 ratings — consistent with more than one Google listing (some reviews reference "RB Farina Roofing of Woburn").

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Massachusetts home improvement contractor registration is active _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search) — “MA hic license 174723 verified active”
- BBB A-graded accredited business since 2019 _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/e-arlington/profile/roofing-contractors/rb-farina-roofing-construction-0021-42377) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/e-arlington/profile/roofing-contractors/rb-farina-roofing-construction-0021-42377) — “Listed certification: BBB Accredited Business (accredited since 6/5/2019)”
- Used a drone to pinpoint a roof leak before proposing a repair plan (2023 review) _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURWbDVpcW9BRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDVl5iqoAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great experience.  We have a complex roof which was leaking in two places.  I called them they were very professional, they immediately s…”
- Reroofed a 100+ year-old house and completed a two-triple-decker EPDM reroof _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xOcVVtUlpTa0pETjI1WmNrbE9VamR4TkdKb1lXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlNqUmRZSkJDN25ZcklOUjdxNGJoYWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ RB Farina Roofing has fixed several roofing and gutter issues on our 100+ year-old house. We've always been impressed by their quality an…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xkV1kycENNRVJuZFcwd2R6WTBNRWxtTmtObmJFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOldWY2pCMERndW0wdzY0MElmNkNnbEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Farina roofing just finished installing new edpm roofs on my 2 triple deckers . Cleison and his crew did a terrific job, took care of eve…”
- Named project supervisors (Victor Gomes, Kevyn) stayed in contact through the job _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21weFFXUlNSVUoyWDNoU2FVOTNkVlJKZFRCMVNIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmpxQWRSRUJ2X3hSaU93dVRJdTB1SHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Our supervisor, Kevyn and his crew did a great job on our roof deck. It looks amazing, and we’re excited to be able to use it now. Kevyn’…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xGdFZEZHRjbFZzWm5JNGEyWTJWMHg2WjJSYVVFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlFtVDdtclVsZnI4a2Y2V0x6Z2RaUEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Very good experience with RB Farina. They were on time, on budget and worked efficiently. Had chimney pointed, roof shingles replaced and…”
- Roof replacement and repair _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oNVgybEJhRkJ1YURrMVVFVnNlR3RMY2xSM0xVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmh5X2lBaFBuaDk1UEVseGtLclR3LUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a roof replaced by Farina. They did excellent work for a fair price. Rodrigo did a great job with the initial evaluation and estim…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xsVk5WbHRURnBEUkRKVVMzRkpTMXBZWTNGbFFXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOllVNVltTFpDRDJUS3FJS1pYY3FlQWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Our roof hadn't been inspected or updated since possibly the 1980s. After a winter storm damaged the gutters, we decided it was time to h…”
- Gutter installation and repair _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT214bGVsbDNTR1pyVldSNmNsUldkVVZJV210cWRVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmxlell3SGZrVWR6clRWdUVIWmtqdUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have a historic craftsman house that had rotten wooden gutters.  After talking to 3 gutter contractors, I went with RB Farina.  From a …”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/e-arlington/profile/roofing-contractors/rb-farina-roofing-construction-0021-42377) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Architectural Shingles, Asphalt Shingles, Commercial Roofing, Gutter Installation, Gutter Repair,…”
- Flat and rubber roof installation _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2kxNFluSlZXak5STTJST09WWlZRa1ZVWmxwUE1GRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOi14YnJVWjNRM2ROOVZVQkVUZlpPMFE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ The entire Farina crew did an excellent job performing an inspection and installation of a flat roof that included a tricky area. Their r…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xkV1kycENNRVJuZFcwd2R6WTBNRWxtTmtObmJFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOldWY2pCMERndW0wdzY0MElmNkNnbEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Farina roofing just finished installing new edpm roofs on my 2 triple deckers . Cleison and his crew did a terrific job, took care of eve…”
- Nails left behind after jobs punctured customers' tires in two separate reviews _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21ScU1uVTJSVkptVmsxWlRqUk1aMk5pU1ZndGFXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmRqMnU2RVJmVk1ZTjRMZ2NiSVgtaWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ They lost a loyal and consistent future customer Although they did a good job the after math wasn’t they left multiple nails on my up hil…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURMeF9udTh3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDLx_nu8wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “2★ Should have used a smaller, local company. We had a great initial visit with the Farina team but once they got started the workmanship wa…”
- Several 2026 reviews describe unresolved accountability after the sale — undocumented parking-lot damage, unreturned calls, a missed quote appointment _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21NeFdqUkVPV0Y1TkRGRFZWSTRkVEUyZFd4b2QwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmMxWjREOWF5NDFDVVI4dTE2dWxod0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ We hired them to replace our roof that had filed after the winter storms. Sales was great and that’s where it ended. After the job was do…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t0eE0weDJlbWxIYkZGRFQxOWhWeTB5YjJ4S1JIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOktxM0x2emlHbFFDT19hVy0yb2xKRHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ Made an appt for a quote 2 days ago, got a confirmation text an hour before my appt no one showed up, “oh we tried to to reach you to can…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s5dWFqWk5ORU5IYjI1NVExVXlRWEp6VnpaWGRIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk9uajZNNENHb255Q1UyQXJzVzZXdHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ We had a very disappointing experience with RB Farina. During their visit to our property, their team caused damage to the stones in our …”
- One customer's $1,600 repair quote was matched by a competitor at $650 _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sNVJpMUlXRVpOWnpJeWQwUmlSV2RWYUZOTU5FRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOml5Ri1IWEZNZzIyd0RiRWdVaFNMNEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “2★ Farina quoted us $1600 for a roof repair, Newton Roofing did it for $650…”
- BBB lists 4 complaints on file (count only, no detail given) _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/e-arlington/profile/roofing-contractors/rb-farina-roofing-construction-0021-42377) — “4 complaint(s) on file (count only)”
- Specializes in Roofing _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16038075141937035287&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “Google: 4.8★ from 583 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oNVgybEJhRkJ1YURrMVVFVnNlR3RMY2xSM0xVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmh5X2lBaFBuaDk1UEVseGtLclR3LUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a roof replaced by Farina. They did excellent work for a fair price. Rodrigo did a great job with the initial evaluation and estim…”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/e-arlington/profile/roofing-contractors/rb-farina-roofing-construction-0021-42377) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Architectural Shingles, Asphalt Shingles, Commercial Roofing, Gutter Installation, Gutter Repair,…”
- Specializes in Windows / Siding / Gutters _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT214bGVsbDNTR1pyVldSNmNsUldkVVZJV210cWRVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmxlell3SGZrVWR6clRWdUVIWmtqdUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have a historic craftsman house that had rotten wooden gutters.  After talking to 3 gutter contractors, I went with RB Farina.  From a …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xOZlF6UlhSRTlvVEdacVZHUnVPWE0zVlc1NlpWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlNfQzRXRE9oTGZqVGRuOXM3VW56ZVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ RB Farina did an excellent job with our roofing/gutter repair project. They inspected our roof for potential issues and then repaired sev…”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/e-arlington/profile/roofing-contractors/rb-farina-roofing-construction-0021-42377) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Architectural Shingles, Asphalt Shingles, Commercial Roofing, Gutter Installation, Gutter Repair,…”
- Also offers Chimney Services _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xGdFZEZHRjbFZzWm5JNGEyWTJWMHg2WjJSYVVFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xde92b05e442df817!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlFtVDdtclVsZnI4a2Y2V0x6Z2RaUEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Very good experience with RB Farina. They were on time, on budget and worked efficiently. Had chimney pointed, roof shingles replaced and…”

## Ownership

- Identifies as family-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified.

## License

Status: **active** (#174723, hic) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-07-02, 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=RB%20Farina%20Roofing%20Co&query_place_id=ChIJn2lx1wB344kRF_gtRF6wkt4): Listed on this source
- [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/arlington/roofing/rb-farina-roofing-co/service/569776096174129162): 4.9★ from 88 ratings
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/arlington/rb-farina-roofing-and-construction%2C-inc-reviews-157165.htm): 4.7★ from 63 ratings
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=RB%20Farina%20Roofing%20Co&query_place_id=ChIJn2lx1wB344kRF_gtRF6wkt4): 4.8★ from 583 ratings
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/arlington/rb-farina-roofing-and-construction%2C-inc-reviews-157165.htm): 4.7★ from 63 ratings
- [Exa](https://local.yahoo.com/info-227118885-rb-farina-roofing-gutters-arlington/): 7 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [Official Website](https://www.farinaroof.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/roofing-and-gutters/rb-farina-roofing-and-construction-pfvwus-pf~1203047132): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://farinaroof.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=RB%20Farina%20Roofing%20Co&query_place_id=ChIJn2lx1wB344kRF_gtRF6wkt4): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/e-arlington/profile/roofing-contractors/rb-farina-roofing-construction-0021-42377): Listed on this source
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=RB%20Farina%20Roofing%20Co&query_place_id=ChIJn2lx1wB344kRF_gtRF6wkt4): 4.3★ from 4 ratings
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/roofing-and-gutters/rb-farina-roofing-and-construction-pfvwus-pf~1203047132): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/e-arlington/profile/roofing-contractors/rb-farina-roofing-construction-0021-42377): Listed on this source
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/roofing-and-gutters/rb-farina-roofing-and-construction-pfvwus-pf~1203047132): Listed on this source
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/arlington/rb-farina-roofing-and-construction%2C-inc-reviews-157165.htm): Listed on this source

## Mentions

Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding.

- “I see a lot of FRS and RB Farina trucks around town, and I have also been seeing more homes use metal roofs from [East Coast Metal Roofing](https://www.eastcoastmetalroofing.com/).” — u/OkImprovement5867 in r/medfordma (2024-05-27) — https://www.reddit.com/r/medfordma/comments/1d1tlsy/roofing_contractorscompanies/
- “Had my roof done last yr with RB Farina. No complaints and they work fast.” — a Reddit commenter in r/massachusetts (2023-03-26) — https://www.reddit.com/r/massachusetts/comments/1225ipx/reputable_roofer_and_cost/jdoxx82/
- “the team earns high marks for efficiency, punctuality, and communication savvy” — bostonmagazine.com — https://www.bostonmagazine.com/best-of-boston-archive/2021/rb-farina-roofing-co/

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · James Samuel · 2026-07-29**: RB Farina Roofing of Woburn provided first-class service from beginning to end. They arrived on time, worked efficiently, and completed the installation with remarkable precision. The team treated my property with care and made sure everything was cleaned up before leaving. The entire experience exc…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Miya Glory · 2026-07-25**: The installation crew was diligent and courteous.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Thomas Verghese · 2026-07-01**: Our supervisor, Kevyn and his crew did a great job on our roof deck. It looks amazing, and we’re excited to be able to use it now. Kevyn’s communication was excellent, explaining the process and answering all our questions promptly.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lou A · 2026-06-27**: I was happy with the gutter, fascia and soffit replacement work and
the customer service from the team, including Vinicius, Kevin and Yago. I think the AI aspect of the phone and text communications needs a bit of work.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Angela Guerrera · 2026-06-18**: The company staff I communicated with were very professional and pleasant. Their crew did a great job with repairing the wind damage to my roof. They were clean and thorough and finish the job ahead of schedule! They even discounted me parts of the job they did not need to do from the initial estima…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Shaun Noel · 2026-06-18**: Great prices
- **2/5 · Google Reviews · Tyler Petrochko · 2026-06-14**: Farina quoted us $1600 for a roof repair, Newton Roofing did it for $650…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Julie Tovar · 2026-06-14**: The entire Farina crew did an excellent job performing an inspection and installation of a flat roof that included a tricky area. Their recommendations were spot on and the finished roof is hign quality. Friendly and professional staff.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · John D'Eufemia · 2026-06-12**: Francisco was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Will look to RB Farina for future repairs.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brian Hebeisen · 2026-06-06**: We had a roof replaced by Farina. They did excellent work for a fair price. Rodrigo did a great job with the initial evaluation and estimate and follow-up. The Project manager, Victor Gomes and crew, Fabian, Ronaldo, Rodrigo, Luiz and Jimmy knocked it out in one day, were careful of our plants, left…

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