On Monday, October 13th, 2025, The Third Estimate proudly completed a veteran roof replacement through our Think Third Patriot Project in partnership with Owens Corning and the Roof Deployment Project. This year’s recipient was Air Force veteran Jared Bzdok. Jared, his wife Anita, and their three sons live in Copley, where their home has become the heart of the neighborhood.
Jared served six years in the U.S. Air Force, completing two tours in Iraq on search and rescue missions for soldiers in combat. After returning home, he focused on family and community, teaching kids baseball, hosting clinics, and coaching youth teams. His home is where local kids gather to play, learn, and feel welcome.
Fixing What Storm Chasers Left Behind
Five years ago, a storm chaser company convinced the Bzdoks to replace their roof, but the work wasn’t done right. The roof was soft, shingles were falling off, and moisture was trapped under reused underlayment.
During a local Veterans’ Association lunch, Jared met Tara Colopy, CEO of The Third Estimate, and learned about our Think Third Patriot Project. This program donates a free roof to a veteran or first responder every year. He applied, was selected, and our team got to work.
Since the roof was in such poor shape, we had to completely resheet his roof. We rebuilt his roof, installed new gutters, and ensured everything was up to code, this time built to last.
A Day of Community and Gratitude
The installation day felt more like a neighborhood block party. Jared grilled burgers, hot dogs, and slow-cooked brisket for the crew and everyone who stopped by. Kids played football and soccer while families gathered to celebrate a deserving veteran.
Jared summed it up perfectly:
“Most people think of a roof as just, oh, it’s just a roof. But no, it’s like somebody handing you $20,000. It’s amazing.”
In a touching moment, Jared gifted Tara a bottle of Horse Soldier Bourbon, crafted by veterans who served after 9/11. The thoughtfulness behind the gift brought her to tears.
A Local Family Business That Gives Back
At The Third Estimate, we’re more than a home improvement company; we’re a local family business that believes in giving back to those who’ve served and supported our community. For 29 years, we’ve been helping homeowners protect and improve their homes with quality roofing, siding, windows, and gutters.
Our mission goes beyond construction. We believe strong homes build strong communities, and that’s why programs like our Think Third Patriot Project mean so much to us. Every project we complete, every customer who trusts us, and every referral we receive helps us continue giving back to deserving families like the Bzdoks.
With your continued support, we’ll keep showing up for our community, honoring our veterans, and doing what we do best, building homes that last and relationships that matter.
Contact The Third Estimate today for a free consultation and see why we’re the trusted choice for homeowners across Northeast Ohio. Remember, we’re “Small Enough to Listen, Big Enough to Deliver!”
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