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Roof Inspection Services in Alexandria, Louisiana

Know your roof's real condition before it becomes an emergency. 16 local roofers listed.

Short answer: A professional roof inspection in Alexandria costs $150–$400 for a standard home, and many roofers do it free when you are getting a repair quote; after a hail day or 50+ mph wind, book one before you file a claim. In Alexandria: 64.7% of homes built before 1980. Ask any roofer for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

Get a free quote See Alexandria in numbers
  • 64.7%of homes built before 1980
  • 1970median year homes were built
  • 18hail days (1 inch+), 2014–2026
  • 52.3%of homes are owner-occupied

How much life is left in my Alexandria roof?

Typical lifespans are published ranges for each material; for a Alexandria house, real life also depends on installation, attic ventilation and the weather Alexandria gets.

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Booking a Alexandria inspection at the end of hurricane season finds loosened ridge caps, cracked step flashing, and lifted shingles before winter rains exploit every gap that storm-season wind opened. Inspections cost $150 to $400 for a standard home, and many Alexandria-area contractors offer free assessments when you are actively considering repair or replacement.

Alexandria in numbers

Public records for Alexandria and its county, not estimates. Each figure shows its source.

  • #11of 209Alexandria ranks #11 of the 209 cities we cover for yearly rainfall.
  • #36of 209Alexandria ranks #36 of the 209 cities we cover for largest hailstone on record.
  • #167of 209Alexandria ranks #167 of the 209 cities we cover for freeze-thaw days (low end).

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2024 7 2017 1 2018 2 2020 5 2022 5 2023 1 2024
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2024
20177
20181
20202
20225
20235
20241

21 recorded events across 6 years represented in the data. 2017 had the most events among represented full years: 7.

Years without a data row: 2019, 2021. Missing rows are not treated as zero; no annual average is shown.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2017–2024

When storms hit Alexandria

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 1 Jan 5 Feb 3 Mar 8 Apr 7 May 4 Jun 0 Jul 0 Aug 0 Sep 1 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan1
Feb5
Mar3
Apr8
May7
Jun4
Jul0
Aug0
Sep0
Oct1
Nov0
Dec0

Most hail reports come in April; the season runs January to October. Book inspections and repairs before that window, not after.

Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014–June 2026

Roofing trade around Alexandria

  • A roofer's median pay here is $48,760 a year (Louisiana).
Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Alexandria storm record: Rapides Parish

What the National Weather Service logged in Rapides Parish in 2014–2026. County level, because storm reports are filed by county, not by city limits.

  • 1818Founded
  • 75 ft (23 m)Elevation

Where hail of 1 inch or more was reported in Rapides Parish

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  • 221 to 1.74 in
  • 41.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 32.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 3.5 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

29 reports of 1 inch or larger have coordinates. Each dot is a reported location, not a storm path.

Sources: NOAA, Census county outline

Biggest hail days

DateLargest hailReports that dayWhere it was reported
June 20, 2023 3.5 in, about the size of a teacup 3 Echo
May 3, 2017 2.75 in, about the size of a baseball 4 Forest Hill
March 26, 2023 2.75 in, about the size of a baseball 1 Cheneyville
“Multiple reports in the Poland-Echo area of golf ball to softball sized hail were received through a local meteorologist's social media page. Large hail damaged numerous homes and vehicles in the area.”
National Weather Service report, June 20, 2023
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

June 20, 2023

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 4 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF3 · December 16, 2019

It stayed on the ground for 30.22 miles and was up to 525 yards wide. The tornado moved into Rapides Parish from Vernon Parish crossing Highway 121 as an EF1. The tornado was about 230 yards wide as it crossed Hwy 1199 and Clint Louis Road.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

110 mph · June 20, 2019

This resulted in sporadic areas of damage along Philadelphia Road. The most concentrated damage occurred from Creduer Road southeast to Denny Road where numerous trees were either uprooted or snapped halfway up the trunk. Several of the trees fell on homes resulting in damage.

Storm data: NOAA Storm Events (public domain). City facts: Wikidata (CC0).

What it costs in Alexandria

Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, adjusted for Alexandria labor and material prices. Your quote depends on roof size, pitch and scope.

That typical price is about 5.4% of the median Alexandria home value ($182,800).

Source: Census ACS (Alexandria city) · data as of 2019–2023

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What Alexandria's climate means for roof inspection

  • Book a Alexandria inspection at the end of hurricane season to catch loosened flashing and ridge caps before winter rains exploit them.
  • Annual inspections in Alexandria target the freeze-thaw weak points — sealant, valleys, and flashing — where leaks begin before they show inside.

Roofers in Alexandria, LA

16 listed. Roofers we verified against a public registry come first.

This list covers roofing companies generally. Confirm roof inspection experience, materials, insurance and current availability with each company. A Verified badge refers to the registry check, not a confirmed specialty.

Roof Inspection in Alexandria: questions

How do I find a roof inspection company in Alexandria?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Alexandria, LA. This is a general roofing directory; confirm roof inspection experience and availability with each company. A Verified badge describes a separate registry check, not a confirmed service specialty or insurance check. Confirm scope, insurance and availability directly. Requests go to one contractor at a time, with up to three attempts; a response or start date is not guaranteed. Free for homeowners.
Will insurance pay for storm-related roof inspection in Alexandria?
Coverage, deductibles and reporting deadlines depend on your policy and circumstances. Document damage safely, contact your insurer promptly and ask for a written repair scope. This directory cannot determine coverage.
How big does hail get near Alexandria?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Alexandria measured 3.5 inches, about the size of a teacup. Hail of an inch or more fell on 18 days in the same record. The biggest day was June 20, 2023, with 3 reports. The National Weather Service calls hail of 1 inch or larger severe; the bigger the stone, the more likely it is to crack a shingle.
How long does a Louisiana insurer have to answer a roof claim?
Louisiana sets time limits in writing. For example, the insurer must start adjusting the loss after you report it within 14 days (La. R.S. 22:1892(A)(3)). The full list and a date calculator are on our Louisiana claim-deadlines page: pickaroofer.com/claim-deadlines/la.
When is hail season in Alexandria?
April is the worst month: 28% of the 29 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from January to October. Book the inspection before January, while crews still have open dates.
What does roofing cost in Alexandria?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model asphalt-shingle re-roof at $6,160 to $13,640 in Alexandria, around $9,900 in the middle. That is about 5.4% of the median home value of $182,800. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
How old are the homes in Alexandria, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Alexandria was built in 1970, and 64.7% of homes date from before 1980 (Census ACS). A roof on a home that old has often been re-covered at least once, so ask the roofer whether there is a second layer underneath: it changes the tear-off cost. The area sees about 24 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
Should I inspect my Alexandria roof before or after hurricane season?
Both, if your roof is over 10 years old. A pre-season inspection in May catches loose flashing, lifting ridge caps, and dried-out sealant before storm-force wind exploits them. A post-season inspection in November finds what the storms opened — often small damage that is easy to repair before winter rains work into the framing. In Alexandria, a documented inspection record also supports a homeowner insurance claim by showing the pre-storm roof condition.
What will a roof inspector check on a Alexandria home?
A standard inspection covers shingle condition (cracking, curling, granule loss, missing pieces), flashing integrity at chimneys, vents, skylights, and wall junctions, gutter condition and drainage performance, attic ventilation assessment for moisture and heat buildup, and overall structural assessment of decking and rafters where accessible. You receive a written report with photos and prioritized recommendations. Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors license required. PickARoofer connects you with Alexandria inspectors. Contractors with a Verified badge have had their license independently confirmed against the official state registry. Submit above for a free or low-cost initial assessment.
Do I need a permit for roof inspection in Louisiana?
Permit requirements depend on the property, scope of work and local jurisdiction. Check with the city or county building department and confirm who will obtain any required permit before work starts.

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Figures above: NOAA Storm Events Database (hail, wind, tornado; county of the city, 2014–2026), U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year estimates (housing), NASA POWER (temperature and rain, 2014–2023). Prices: our published price method. How we collect data.