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Coastal Windows & Exteriors Ranks #1 Woman-Owned Remodeler and #4 in New England — Only Roofing Company in the Region’s Top 500 on the 2025 Qualified Remodeler List
Beverly, MA exterior remodeling company continues rapid growth among the nation’s top remodelers, while securing the #1 position in New England as a woman-owned leader.
Beverly, MA — Coastal Windows & Exteriors has been recognized on the 2025 Qualified Remodeler Top 500, ranking as New England’s #1 woman-owned exterior remodeler and the only roofing company in the New England region to make the list. The family-owned company has climbed more than 200 positions in just four years, including a 42-spot jump since last year, to reach #191 nationally and #4 overall in New England. With 842+ verified Google A+ reviews with a 4.8-star rating, Coastal stands apart as the region’s most trusted remodeler, delivering award-winning service in roofing, windows, doors and siding.
In an industry increasingly dominated by private equity firms and national franchises, Coastal Windows & Exteriors stands out as a family-owned, woman-led company that has climbed more than 200 spots in just four years. Owner Stephanie Vanderbilt was named Massachusetts Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration — national recognition that underscores Coastal’s strength as an independent business competing at the highest level. While women hold only 13% of construction jobs nationwide (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), far fewer lead exterior remodeling firms at this scale. This makes Coastal’s achievement as New England’s #1 woman-owned remodeler — and the only roofing company in the region’s Top 500 — especially significant.
Highlights of Recognition
- Climbed 200+ spots on the Qualified Remodeler Top 500 in four years
- #1 Woman-Owned Remodeler in New England
- Only Roofing Company in New England to make the Top 500
- 842+ Google Reviews (4.8 stars) — the highest in the region
- SBA Massachusetts Small Business Person of the Year (Stephanie Vanderbilt)
- James Hardie President’s Club Award — only contractor in New England, only woman in the U.S.
- GAF Master Elite® Contractor and Service Excellence Award winner
Community Impact & Giving Back
- Roof for Heroes Program — provides free roofing systems for local veterans
- $375,000+ donated to Habitat for Humanity — supporting affordable housing projects across Massachusetts
- 3,000+ pounds of food donated to Beverly Bootstraps, Open Door Gloucester, and other local pantries
- Active member of National Women in Roofing — advancing diversity and inclusion in the industry
Industry Perspective
“Being named to the Qualified Remodeler Top 500 is a tremendous honor,” said Stephanie Vanderbilt, founder and owner of Coastal Windows & Exteriors. “Homeowners deserve transparency — they want to see reviews, photos, and proof of work before choosing a contractor. Our ranking, combined with our strong online presence and 842+ of 5-star reviews, shows customers exactly who we are and why they can trust us.”
“Climbing to #4 in New England on Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 is a proud moment for our team — it reflects the values we live every day. At Coastal, we believe in being our best when it matters most, communicating with honesty and transparency, and always putting people first. Those principles have earned the trust of homeowners across New England and are the reason we continue to grow year after year.” — Tommy Ingram, General Manager, Coastal Windows & Exteriors
“We are thrilled to celebrate Coastal Windows & Exteriors on being named to Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 list,” said Marc Setty, Sr. Director of the Remodeling Segment at James Hardie. “As a recipient of the James Hardie™ ALLIANCE 2024 President’s Club Award and a woman-owned remodeling business, Coastal continues to set a powerful example of leadership and excellence in our industry.”
“Coastal is one of the most innovative and respected companies that I’ve worked with,” said Cullen Vumbaco, GAF Territory Manager for Greater Boston. “This is a company that stands by its products and installations.”
About the Ranking
Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 is the remodeling industry’s longest-running benchmark, ranking firms nationwide on revenue, professionalism, and impact. Coastal’s recognition reflects not only its strong business growth, but also its reputation for trust, quality, and community commitment, placing them #4 in New England.
ABOUT COASTAL WINDOWS & EXTERIORS
Founded in 2011 by Stephanie Vanderbilt, a former teacher of the deaf, Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned, family-run remodeling company based in Beverly, Massachusetts. Specializing in energy-efficient roofing, windows, siding, and entry doors, the company is recognized for its empathy- and education-driven approach to serving homeowners. Coastal has earned numerous honors including the SBA Massachusetts Small Business Person of the Year, the James Hardie President’s Club Award (the only New England contractor and only woman in the U.S. to receive this recognition), the GAF President’s Club Award, and North Shore Magazine’s Best of Northshore Award. With a 4.8-star Google rating from more than 828 reviews and an A+ BBB accreditation, Coastal is widely regarded as New England’s most trusted exterior remodeler.