Roman's Construction Inc.
- Roofing Contractor serving Decatur, Alabama — based at 3506 Hooper Ln SE, Decatur, AL 35603.
- Work covered: storm damage repair, roof replacement, roof repair, roof inspection, emergency repair.
Services Offered
How to check Roman's Construction Inc. on the Alabama record
Alabama roofing-license requirements are not yet covered by our verification program — confirm licensing and insurance with your city or county building department
- The registry name, the contract name and the truck lettering should all agree; the status should be active.
- Have the insurer or agent send the certificate of insurance to you, since a license says nothing about coverage.
- Write down the expiry and make sure it outlasts the job.
- Open the registry and search by license number first, business name second.
Storm history for Decatur, Morgan County
Since 2017, NOAA has logged 41 hail reports in Morgan County. On 15 of these days, stones came in at 1 inch (a quarter) or larger. Golf ball hail or bigger came on 5 days. The top size logged was 2 inches, comparable to a hen egg. The latest golf-ball day on file falls in 2026.
In the last 90 days NOAA logged 0 hail reports within 25 miles of Decatur.
After any hail day, photograph the roof before anyone tarps it and write down the date. Ask Roman's Construction Inc., or any roofer you call, for a written inspection report before you sign.
Most hail here arrives in spring and summer: 58 percent from April to July, 29 percent in April. 3 calendar months each hold under 2 percent of reports.
NOAA also lists 14 tornadoes here, the strongest rated EF3.
The fastest thunderstorm gust on file is 81 mph.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Days with hail at 1.75 inches or more | 5 |
| Biggest stone, inches | 2 |
| Busiest month | April |
| Hail reports, all years | 45 |
| Tornado reports on file | 14 |
| Peak gust, mph | 81 |
The biggest day on file is October 8, 2014: a 2.75-inch stone, about the size of a baseball, reported near Somerville.
| Calendar year | Reports | Biggest stone, in |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 7 | 1.25 |
| 2019 | 3 | 1.75 |
| 2025 | 13 | 1.5 |
The homes under these roofs
Decatur's median year built is 1977, which makes the typical home 49 years old. Before 1980, 55.1 percent of the housing stock went up. Against a median home value of $190,500, a $9,337 mid-range asphalt roof is 5 percent of the house.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median build year | 1977 |
| Single-family homes | 75.8% |
| Built before 1980 | 55.1% |
| Homes lived in by owners | 63% |
| Housing units | 25,654 |
What a new roof costs in Decatur
Prices in Decatur run about 17 percent below our national basis, so asphalt shingles land at $5,810 to $12,865. BLS puts the median annual roofer wage for the Decatur, AL Metro Area at $46,280. Per year of service, metal often costs less than shingles even at a higher price; the last column of the table shows it.
| Material | Lifespan | Yearly cost | Middle of range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal (Steel/Aluminum) | 40-70 yrs | $350 | $19,505 |
| 3-Tab Asphalt Shingles | 15-20 yrs | $440 | $7,678 |
| Concrete Tile | 40-50 yrs | $390 | $17,430 |
| Clay Tile | 50-100 yrs | $350 | $26,560 |
| Architectural Asphalt Shingles | 25-30 yrs | $370 | $10,168 |
| Metal Shingles | 35-50 yrs | $370 | $15,770 |
Common questions, Decatur
- How often does hail hit Decatur?
- 41 entries since 2017, 15 days at 1 inch or larger, and the peak month is April.
- How do I check Roman's Construction Inc.'s license?
- Follow the steps above with the Alabama registry. Match the exact name, read the status and the expiry, then ask for an insurance certificate.
- When is hail season in Decatur?
- Spring and early summer carry the bulk of it: 58 percent of entries come between April and July, April first at 29 percent.
- Has Morgan County had large hail?
- NOAA's biggest since 2017 entry for the county is 2 inches, comparable to a hen egg, with 5 golf-ball days.
- How old are homes in Decatur?
- Median year built is 1977, which gives 49 years. A roof is younger than the house whenever it was replaced.
- What should I do after a hailstorm?
- Take dated photos first, then book an inspection. Hail bruises can look minor from the ground, and insurers often set a filing deadline.
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