Roofers

Surefooted men work hard on the roof.
Their job: to make sure it's all leak-proof.
But in the heat, they're baking
and the work is back-breaking.
Of their travails I'll not be aloof.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
July 28, 2025 at 5:06 PM
They are a unique breed of workers. I'm amazed at how they appear to easily balance themselves on top of even high roofs. Where would we be without them. They are tireless regardless of heat or cold. enjoy your evening, Sara
Canerdy Avatar
July 16, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Good job, Jim. Poor guys~~I surely don't envy them! Janice
Healey Avatar
July 16, 2025 at 7:26 AM
Neither do I, but I admire their work ethic. Glad you enjoyed, Janice. Cheers from Canada. J
Horne Avatar
July 16, 2025 at 3:25 AM
Good one - yes, I'd rather them than me!
Healey Avatar
July 16, 2025 at 7:25 AM
It’s a tough, tough job but the guys who did my roof last week did a great job. Glad you enjoyed. J
Rodrigues Avatar
July 11, 2025 at 1:02 PM
They sure deserve their due…not to mention carpenter bees and whatever else befalls the courageous hardworking roofer…kudos. Some years back we had a tree fall from upper backyard, land on our deck roof, its leaves could be seen through my kitchen window. Tree was balancing on the deck roof. My wonderful son in law and friend came right away and took care of it.
Healey Avatar
July 11, 2025 at 2:28 PM
I wrote this poem while roofers were replacing our old roof this morning. They were very professional and thorough with their work. And our new roof looks great! It’s a tough job to be sure. Glad you enjoyed, Kim. Always nice to hear from you. Cheers from Canada.
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