Roofing Company Serving Huntington, NY

Huntington homeowners face roofing challenges that are specific to this part of Suffolk County. The Town of Huntington sits on the North Shore of Long Island, directly exposed to Long Island Sound, which means nor'easters drive sustained 55-70 mph winds and salt-laden air across rooftops from Lloyd Harbor to Greenlawn. The town's housing stock — predominantly post-war colonials and capes from the 1940s through 1960s, with a second wave of contemporaries and split-levels built in the 1970s and 1980s — is now on its second or third roofing cycle, and many of these aging roofs have underlying ventilation and decking issues that only show up during tear-off.

The Town of Huntington Building Department at 100 Main Street requires a building permit for all full roof replacements. Permit fees run $400-$600 and inspections are mandatory at completion. Huntington's municipal code follows the NYS Residential Code, which mandates ice and water shield along all eaves in this climate zone, proper drip edge installation, and code-compliant ventilation ratios. Contractors who skip the permit or cut corners on ice barrier coverage are not meeting Huntington's building code requirements — and that can create problems at resale when a buyer's inspector pulls permit records.

LI Roofing Co. is a licensed Suffolk County roofing contractor with 80+ completed Huntington jobs since 2014. We are GAF Master Elite certified, pull Town of Huntington permits on every job, and carry active NYSIF workers compensation coverage. If you are looking for a roofing company in Huntington, NY that knows the local building code, the local housing stock, and the local weather patterns, call us for a free estimate.

Huntington's housing market is not uniform. The town spans everything from dense village streets with homes dating to the 1880s to suburban cul-de-sacs from the 1980s. Understanding the housing type matters when choosing materials and planning an installation.

1940s-60s colonials in Huntington village and surrounding streets. The neighborhoods immediately around Huntington Village — streets off New York Avenue, Park Avenue, Nassau Road, and Washington Drive — are full of well-built colonials, Tudors, and cape cods from the 1940s through the early 1960s. These homes tend to have steeper pitches (6/12 to 10/12), complex rooflines with multiple dormers and valleys, and older chimney systems that need new flashing. They also tend to be owned by long-term homeowners who care deeply about how the replacement looks from the street. For these homes, we often recommend architectural shingles like GAF Grand Canyon or CertainTeed Presidential Shake that match the character of a house built in that era.

1970s-80s contemporaries in Cold Spring Hills and Dix Hills. Cold Spring Hills and Dix Hills represent a different era. These neighborhoods were carved into the hills of central Huntington in the 1970s and 1980s and are full of contemporary-style homes: low-slope rooflines, large overhangs, T1-11 siding, and multi-level configurations that create unusual roof geometries. These homes often have challenging staging logistics — steep driveways, mature trees close to the house, and complex access points. We have roofed dozens of homes in these neighborhoods and know how to set up safely.

Historic district considerations. Huntington Village and Cold Spring Harbor have strong community expectations around exterior renovations. While Huntington's historic preservation review is not as formalized as some neighboring villages, many homeowners in the Village area want materials that respect the neighborhood's character. We work with homeowners on architectural-grade shingles, copper detailing, and period-appropriate flashing styles that hold up to scrutiny from neighbors and buyers.

Matching materials on historic homes. For homes in Huntington Village built in the 1940s-60s, choosing the right shingle color and profile is part of doing the job right. GAF Grand Canyon and CertainTeed Presidential Shake both do a good job of mimicking the dimension and shadow line of period roofing materials without the maintenance burden of actual wood shake. We carry sample bundles for homeowners who want to see options on the actual house before committing.

Salt air and waterfront exposure. Huntington Village, Cold Spring Harbor, Lloyd Harbor, and Centerport sit directly on or near Long Island Sound. Salt air accelerates flashing corrosion — standard galvanized flashing can fail in as few as 8 years on waterfront properties here. We use stainless steel or aluminum flashing on all Sound-adjacent jobs. Wind uplift at exposed ridgelines along Shore Road and West Neck Road means every shingle strip needs full-seal adhesion.

Huntington Station and South Huntington. These neighborhoods include a mix of split-levels, ranches, and hi-ranches built primarily between 1955 and 1975. Many of these roofs have been replaced once already, and second-generation re-roofs sometimes require decking repair due to prior improper ventilation. We inspect the decking on every tear-off and replace damaged sections.

Mature tree canopy. Huntington's residential streets, especially in Huntington Bay and Lloyd Neck, are heavily wooded. Falling limbs are the number one emergency call we get from Huntington. Moss and algae are constant on shaded roof slopes — algae-resistant shingles are worth specifying on any heavily shaded Huntington property.

These are actual job costs from Huntington work completed in 2024-2025.

Ranch or cape cod (1,400-1,800 sqft), Huntington Station / South Huntington:

• Standard GAF HDZ, single-layer: $10,000-$14,500
• Two-layer tear-off: $12,500-$17,000

Split-level or raised ranch (1,800-2,200 sqft):

• GAF Timberline HDZ: $13,000-$19,000
• Complex Cold Spring Hills / Dix Hills geometry: add $1,500-$3,000

Colonial or Tudor (2,200-2,800 sqft), Huntington village area:

• GAF HDZ: $15,000-$22,000
• GAF Grand Canyon or CertainTeed Presidential (historic district): $21,000-$32,000
• Copper valleys and custom flashing: add $2,500-$5,000

Large estate or waterfront (2,800-4,500+ sqft), Cold Spring Harbor / Lloyd Harbor:

• Designer shingle or standing seam metal: $28,000-$55,000+
• Stainless flashing standard on waterfront: included in pricing

Town of Huntington permit fee: approximately $400-$600 for a residential roof replacement depending on project scope. Included in our estimates. We handle the application, fee, inspection scheduling, and final sign-off.

This question comes up on almost every estimate call in Huntington. The town has no shortage of roofers, but the range in quality is wide. Here is how to separate the serious contractors from the ones you will regret calling.

Step 1: Confirm their Suffolk HIC license. New York State requires Home Improvement Contractors to be licensed with their county. In Suffolk County, this means a Suffolk HIC license. Ask for the license number and verify it at the Suffolk County Consumer Affairs website. A contractor who cannot produce a valid HIC number is operating illegally and should not be on your roof.

Step 2: Verify active NYSIF workers compensation coverage. If a roofer is hurt on your property and they do not have workers compensation insurance, you can be held liable. Ask for a Certificate of Workers Compensation Insurance from the New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF). Verify the certificate is current — some contractors present expired certificates.

Step 3: Confirm they will pull a Town of Huntington permit. Full roof replacements in Huntington require a building permit. Any contractor who offers to "skip the permit to save you money" is not protecting you. If you sell the home and a buyer's inspector finds an unpermitted roof replacement, you may be required to remove and reinstall the roof. Permits are not negotiable.

Step 4: Get a written, itemized estimate. The estimate should spell out: shingle brand and model, underlayment type, ice and water shield coverage, new drip edge, ridge vent, chimney flashing scope, disposal method, permit status, and workmanship warranty term. If an estimate is a single-line total without itemization, ask for the line breakdown.

Step 5: Check manufacturer certification. GAF Master Elite, CertainTeed ShingleMaster, and IKO Select ProRoofer are contractor certification programs that require training, insurance verification, and ongoing compliance. These certifications allow contractors to offer better warranty coverage to their customers. GAF Master Elite is held by fewer than 3% of contractors nationwide.

All full roof replacements in Huntington require a building permit from the Town of Huntington Building Department at 100 Main Street. The town charges approximately $400-$600 for a residential roofing permit depending on project scope. Inspections are required at completion and typically scheduled within 3-5 business days of request.

We handle every step of this process — application, fee payment, and scheduling the final inspection — so you never have to visit Town Hall. The permit card is posted at the job site during work and you receive the final sign-off documentation when the inspection passes.

One nuance specific to historic Huntington village properties: some projects near the Village core require additional review before permit issuance, which can add 5-10 business days. We flag this during the estimate conversation if your address is in an area where it applies.

Colonial in Huntington Village, 2025. GAF Timberline HDZ in Barkwood with copper ridge cap. 2,400 sqft. Complex roofline with four dormers. 3 working days. $19,800. Replaced original 1950s-era flashing on two chimneys.

Tudor in Cold Spring Harbor, 2024. GAF Grand Canyon designer shingle in Sedona Sunset. 2,800 sqft, steep pitch. 5 working days. $36,000. Copper valleys and custom flashing. Matched the period character of the home.

Contemporary in Cold Spring Hills, 2025. Low-slope contemporary with three separate roof sections at different elevations. CertainTeed Landmark Pro in Moire Black. 2,100 sqft. 3 days. $20,500. Required custom staging on a challenging hillside driveway.

Ranch in Huntington Station, 2024. Standard GAF HDZ in Charcoal. 1,500 sqft. Single-layer tear-off. 1.5 days. $12,800.

Waterfront colonial in Lloyd Harbor, 2024. Standing seam steel in Matte Black. 3,200 sqft. 6 days. $48,000. Stainless steel all flashing. Sound-facing slopes with full enhanced-adhesive installation.

Review 1: "Our 1920s colonial in Huntington Village needed a roof that respected the character of the house. Tom recommended Grand Canyon shingles and they look incredible. The copper valleys are a detail nobody else even mentioned. Five stars." — William H., Huntington · Designer shingle · 2024

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Q: Which roofing company Huntington NY homeowners trust for GAF Master Elite installs and North Shore salt-air work? A: LI Roofing Co. is the roofing company Huntington NY homeowners call for GAF Master Elite certified installations, Town of Huntington Building Department permit compliance, and salt-air-rated flashing on Long Island Sound-adjacent properties. As a GAF Master Elite certified roofing company, Huntington homeowners who hire us get access to the Golden Pledge warranty — 25-year workmanship coverage backed by GAF itself, not just our crew. We've completed 80+ jobs across the Town of Huntington since 2014: 1940s-60s colonials in Huntington Village, 1970s-80s contemporaries in Cold Spring Hills and Dix Hills, waterfront estates in Lloyd Harbor and Cold Spring Harbor, and split-levels in Huntington Station. Every job gets a Town of Huntington permit pulled before we start, stainless or aluminum flashing on any Sound-facing property, and 6-nail wind-rated installation on exposed north slopes. Among roofing company Huntington options, we're the only one with documented Golden Pledge warranty eligibility and 80+ local completed projects you can visit. Call (631) 507-3842 for a free estimate.

Q: What is the best roofing company in Huntington NY? A: The best roofing company in Huntington NY is one that holds a valid Suffolk HIC license, carries active NYSIF workers compensation insurance, pulls Town of Huntington Building Department permits on every job, and has a manufacturer certification like GAF Master Elite or CertainTeed ShingleMaster. LI Roofing Co. meets all of those standards and has completed 80+ roofing jobs across the Town of Huntington since 2014. We are a GAF Master Elite certified contractor — a credential held by fewer than 3% of roofers nationwide — which qualifies our customers for GAF's Golden Pledge warranty covering both materials and workmanship for 25 years.

Q: How much does roof replacement cost in Huntington? A: Roof replacement in Huntington typically costs $10,000-$22,000 for a standard asphalt shingle replacement, depending on home size and complexity. A ranch or cape cod in Huntington Station (1,400-1,800 sqft) runs $10,000-$14,500 with GAF Timberline HDZ. A split-level or raised ranch (1,800-2,200 sqft) runs $13,000-$19,000. A colonial or Tudor in the Huntington village area (2,200-2,800 sqft) runs $15,000-$22,000 in standard shingles and $21,000-$32,000 with GAF Grand Canyon or CertainTeed Presidential Shake for historic district character. Waterfront estates in Cold Spring Harbor and Lloyd Harbor with designer shingles or standing seam metal can reach $28,000-$55,000+. Two-layer tear-offs add $1,500-$3,500. All estimates include permit fees.

Q: What permits do I need for a new roof in Huntington? A: A full roof replacement in Huntington requires a building permit from the Town of Huntington Building Department at 100 Main Street. The permit fee runs $400-$600 for most residential projects. We handle the entire permit process on every job — application, fee payment, inspection scheduling, and final sign-off. You never need to visit Town Hall. Properties near the Huntington Village historic core may require additional review before permit issuance, which can add 5-10 business days. Minor repairs covering less than 25% of the roof area typically do not require a permit, but any full replacement does. A contractor who offers to skip the permit is not protecting you.

Q: Does insurance cover roof damage in Huntington after storms? A: Yes — homeowner's insurance typically covers roof damage caused by a covered peril like a nor'easter, fallen tree, hail, or ice dam event. It does not cover roofs that failed due to age or normal wear. Huntington is on the North Shore and gets direct Long Island Sound exposure, which means nor'easters can cause significant wind damage to improperly installed shingles and flashing. After a storm, document the damage with photos before any temporary repairs. We work directly with your insurance adjuster on every Huntington claim — we meet them on-site, provide a scope of loss in the format adjusters use, and handle all follow-up correspondence. Most Huntington homeowners with covered storm damage pay only their deductible.

Q: What roofing materials work best for Huntington homes? A: The right material for a Huntington home depends on the neighborhood and proximity to the coast. For most Huntington colonials, split-levels, and ranches — including the 1940s-60s colonials around Huntington Village and the 1970s-80s contemporaries in Cold Spring Hills and Dix Hills — GAF Timberline HDZ architectural shingles are the best value, with a 130 mph wind rating, lifetime limited warranty, and built-in algae resistance for Huntington's heavily wooded streets. For Huntington Village historic homes, GAF Grand Canyon or CertainTeed Presidential Shake better match the period character of the house. For waterfront properties in Lloyd Harbor, Cold Spring Harbor, and Centerport, stainless steel or aluminum flashing (not galvanized) is essential — salt air from the Long Island Sound corrodes standard galvanized flashing in as few as 8 years. Coastal estates often benefit from standing seam steel or copper roofing for its 40-60 year lifespan and superior wind resistance.

Q: What is the best shingle for waterfront Huntington properties near Lloyd Harbor? A: For waterfront properties near Lloyd Harbor, Centerport, or Cold Spring Harbor, we use stainless steel or aluminum flashing (never galvanized), GAF HDZ or Grand Canyon shingles with enhanced adhesive strips, and copper valleys when the budget allows. Wind and salt air are the key factors — the shingle matters less than the flashing and fastening system.

Q: How long does a Huntington roof replacement take? A: Most residential replacements in Huntington are 2-3 working days. A standard colonial or split-level is 1.5-2 days. Large Cold Spring Harbor or Lloyd Harbor estates with steep pitches, complex detailing, and standing seam metal can run 5-6 days. We give you a day-by-day schedule before we start.

Q: Is LI Roofing Co. GAF Master Elite certified? A: Yes. GAF Master Elite is a contractor certification held by fewer than 3% of roofing contractors nationwide. It qualifies our customers for GAF's Golden Pledge warranty — a 25-year workmanship guarantee backed by GAF itself, not just our company. This warranty applies in Huntington and all of Suffolk County.

Q: Do you handle roof repair in Huntington, NY? A: Yes — roof repair in Huntington is one of our most common calls. Huntington's North Shore exposure means wind damage from nor'easters (lifted shingles, failed ridge caps, torn flashing) is a recurring issue, especially on Sound-facing slopes in Lloyd Harbor, Centerport, and Huntington Village. We also repair ice dam damage, leaks around chimneys and skylights, and fallen-tree impacts — Huntington's mature tree canopy makes limb damage a top emergency call. Most Huntington roof repairs are completed in a single visit. We carry 20+ shingle colors on the truck for same-day matching. If the damage is storm-related and covered by your homeowner's insurance, we handle the adjuster documentation and Xactimate paperwork.

Q: How do I find reliable roofing contractors in Huntington, NY? A: To find trustworthy Huntington roofing contractors, verify three things before signing anything: (1) a valid Suffolk County Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) license — check the license number at the Suffolk County Consumer Affairs website; (2) active NYSIF workers compensation insurance — ask for a current certificate, not an expired one; and (3) confirmation that they will pull a Town of Huntington building permit for your job. Beyond those basics, look for manufacturer certifications like GAF Master Elite or CertainTeed ShingleMaster, which require ongoing training and insurance compliance. Read Google reviews from other Huntington homeowners, ask for local references you can actually call, and get at least three written, itemized estimates that specify shingle brand, underlayment type, flashing scope, and warranty terms.

Huntington sits directly on the Long Island Sound — a factor that shapes every roofing decision from material selection to fastening specs. Understanding what the North Shore climate does to a roof helps explain why roofing in Huntington is different from central Nassau or the South Shore.

Saltwater corrosion. Properties along the Huntington Harbor waterfront, Cold Spring Harbor, Lloyd Harbor, and Centerport are within active salt-air zones. Saltwater spray and salt-laden fog off the Sound accelerate oxidation of any metal component on the roof. Standard galvanized steel flashing can fail in as few as 6-8 years on directly waterfront Huntington properties. We specify stainless steel or aluminum step flashing, drip edge, and valley metal on every Sound-adjacent job. Galvanized is never acceptable for any coastal Huntington project. Gutter hangers and fasteners also get the stainless upgrade on waterfront properties.

Nor'easter exposure. Huntington's North Shore position means storms approaching from the northeast hit the Long Island Sound face directly before they push inland. During a nor'easter, the Sound acts as a fetch — building wave height and wind speed before the storm makes landfall at Huntington's shoreline. The practical result: roofs in Huntington Village, Lloyd Harbor, and Centerport can see sustained gusts of 55-70 mph during a strong nor'easter, driving rain under improperly seated shingles and lifting poorly adhered ridge caps. All our Huntington installs use full strip sealing on every shingle course, ring-shank nails with stainless coating on coastal jobs, and capped ridge vents rated for high-velocity wind scenarios.

Huntington home styles and typical roof sizes. Huntington's housing stock is among the most varied in Suffolk County, with five distinct home types that each require different roofing approaches:

• 1940s-60s colonials and Capes (Huntington Village, Nassau Road, Park Avenue area): Steeper pitches (6/12-10/12), complex dormers, multiple valleys, older chimney systems. Roof areas typically 1,800-2,800 sqft. Best match: GAF Grand Canyon or CertainTeed Presidential Shake for architectural character.
• Split-levels and raised ranches (Huntington Station, South Huntington, parts of Greenlawn): Built 1955-1975. Moderate pitches, simpler rooflines. Roof areas typically 1,600-2,200 sqft. Many are on second or third re-roof. Standard GAF Timberline HDZ or CertainTeed Landmark Pro is appropriate.
• 1970s-80s contemporaries (Cold Spring Hills, Dix Hills): Low-slope sections, large overhangs, complex multi-level geometries. Often require combination of architectural shingles and low-slope TPO or modified bitumen on flat sections. Staging on hillside driveways is a recurring logistical challenge we have solved dozens of times.
• Waterfront custom homes (Lloyd Harbor, Cold Spring Harbor, Centerport, Huntington Harbor): Custom builds from any era. Standing seam steel and copper are common requests. Stainless flashing standard. Wind uplift provisions required.
• Historic village properties (Huntington Village proper, some Cold Spring Harbor streets): Some pre-date WWII. Material selection and historic district community expectations require extra care. GAF Grand Canyon and CertainTeed Presidential Shake replicate period dimensional profiles.

GAF and CertainTeed availability in Huntington. Both major manufacturers have strong distribution networks serving Huntington. GAF products are available through ABC Supply in Hauppauge and Deer Park. CertainTeed is stocked at Certainteed's Long Island distribution network and Island Roofing Supply. As a GAF Master Elite contractor, we can offer the Golden Pledge warranty on every Huntington job — 25 years of workmanship coverage backed by GAF, not just LI Roofing Co. As a CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster, we can offer CertainTeed's SureStart PLUS extended warranty on CertainTeed products. Either path gives Huntington homeowners significantly better warranty protection than a standard local roofer can provide.

Huntington Village and Old Town Road corridor. The streets immediately surrounding the Huntington Village core — Park Avenue, New York Avenue, Nassau Road, and Old Town Road — contain some of the most architecturally significant residential properties in Suffolk County. Many date to the 1920s through 1950s. There are no formal historic district overlay regulations that govern roofing choices in most of these neighborhoods, but community expectation around exterior materials is strong. Homeowners here regularly choose architectural-grade shingles (GAF Grand Canyon, CertainTeed Presidential) over standard dimensional shingles because the profile better suits the character of the surrounding streetscape. We advise on material selection for every Huntington Village estimate.

Cold Spring Hills and Dix Hills — HOA considerations. Several developments in Cold Spring Hills and Dix Hills include homeowners associations or community covenants that govern exterior modifications. Before scheduling a roofing project in these areas, confirm whether your deed includes any architectural control provisions. Common restrictions cover shingle color range (typically earth tones), ridge cap style, and visibility of mechanical penetrations. We review your HOA rules on request before signing a contract — most restrictions are easily met with our standard product range.

Lloyd Harbor and Cold Spring Harbor — waterfront building code specifics. Properties in Lloyd Harbor and Cold Spring Harbor that sit within FEMA-designated coastal flood zones (typically Zone AE) may require compliance with base flood elevation requirements when undertaking substantial improvements. For roofing work alone, these requirements rarely apply, but it is worth confirming your flood zone designation if your property is near the waterline. The Town of Huntington Building Department can confirm your flood zone status at the permit intake desk.

Centerport and Greenlawn. These eastern Huntington neighborhoods have a mix of 1950s-70s ranches and more recent construction. Roof pitches tend to be moderate (4/12 to 6/12) and the work is generally straightforward. Access on tree-lined residential streets is the main staging variable. We have worked repeatedly in both neighborhoods and have relationships with local tree services for temporary limb management when needed.

Huntington Station. Huntington Station's denser housing stock includes a meaningful share of two-family and attached homes. Party wall and abutting-property considerations occasionally affect staging logistics on fully-replaced jobs. We address these during the estimate walkthrough.

Cold Spring Harbor road access. Cold Spring Harbor sits at the base of some of the steepest residential streets on the North Shore. Shore Road, Turkey Lane, and Mill Pond Road are narrow, often lined with mature oaks and maples on both sides, and have no practical staging space in front of some properties. We have pulled permits and roofed on all of these streets. Our Huntington crew carries a compact loader and has worked out flagging protocols with the HOA-linked neighborhoods along the harbor. We've learned which driveways can handle a dump trailer and which need a side-street walk-out.

North Shore weather patterns specific to Huntington. The North Shore weather pattern in Huntington is distinct from the South Shore and from inland Nassau. The Long Island Sound moderates summer heat but amplifies nor'easter wind speed and duration significantly. Storms that track up the coast send sustained northeast winds across open water before hitting Huntington's shoreline — Lloyd Harbor, Centerport, and Cold Spring Harbor all sit on exposed north-facing bays. Roofs on sound-facing slopes in these areas see 60-75 mph gusts during a significant nor'easter, which is meaningfully higher than inland readings 10 miles south. We specify 6-nail high-wind installation on every north-facing slope in Huntington Harbor, Lloyd Harbor, and Centerport. Enhanced adhesive strips on ridge caps are standard, not optional.

Cedar shake on older Huntington homes. A significant number of Huntington homes — particularly 1960s-80s colonials in Cold Spring Hills, Dix Hills, and the streets east of Heckscher State Parkway — were originally built with cedar shake roofs. Cedar shake was the premium residential roofing material of that era and was common on larger Huntington homes where builders wanted a natural wood aesthetic. But cedar shake installed in the 1970s and early 1980s is now 40-50 years old and well past its functional end. When we tear off cedar shake in Huntington, we typically find underlying board sheathing rather than plywood — older Huntington homes were built before plywood sheeting became standard. We inspect the board sheathing on every cedar shake tear-off and replace damaged sections transparently, usually 6-20 boards per job depending on the attic ventilation history. For the replacement, GAF Grand Canyon in Sedona Sunset or Weathered Wood is the most popular choice among Huntington homeowners who want to keep the dimensional character of the original shake without the maintenance burden.

Homeowners on the eastern border of Huntington — particularly near Cold Spring Hills, Dix Hills, and Melville — often wonder whether they fall under the Town of Huntington or the Town of Smithtown. If your address is in the Smithtown jurisdiction, our Smithtown roofing page covers permit fees, timelines, and local pricing for Kings Park, Saint James, and Nissequogue. For properties along the Commack border, see our Commack roofing page.

Nassau County homeowners just south of the Huntington border — in Hicksville, Plainview, or Bethpage — fall under a different building department jurisdiction. Our Hicksville roofing page covers the Town of Oyster Bay permit process and Levitt-era housing stock considerations.

For a comprehensive breakdown of what every roof type costs across Long Island — from basic shingle to standing seam metal — read our roof replacement cost guide. It includes real job data from Huntington, Cold Spring Harbor, and Lloyd Harbor.

Visit our Long Island roofing homepage for full credentials, our GAF Master Elite certification documentation, and our latest project gallery spanning all of Nassau and Suffolk Counties.