Alexandria, LA · Roof Repair

Roof Repair Contractors in Alexandria, Louisiana

Leak or damaged shingles? Request a quote and confirm availability with the roofer. 16 local roofers listed.

Short answer: Small roof repairs (a few shingles, flashing, a patch) usually cost $300–$1,000, and larger sections $1,500–$4,500; if the roof is over 20 years old or repairs pass half the price of a new roof, replacing costs less in the long run. These are national ranges, not Alexandria quotes. In Alexandria: 1970 median year homes were built. Ask any roofer for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

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  • 1970median year homes were built
  • 64.7%of homes built before 1980
  • 24freeze-thaw days a year
  • 18hail days (1 inch+), 2014–2026

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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Most roof repair calls in Alexandria trace to freeze-thaw: sealant around chimneys and vents cracks over winter, lifted shingles let meltwater behind, and ice dams push water under the eave course before anyone notices inside. Minor repairs in Alexandria run a few hundred dollars for localized damage; larger scopes covering multiple damaged sections or re-decking work cost more and may warrant comparing repair cost against a full replacement estimate.

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.

What it means for roof repair

Hail up to 3.5 inches has been reported in Rapides Parish. Hail bruises and cracked shingles often show up weeks later as leaks, so a repair quote here should start with an inspection of the whole slope, not only the spot that drips.

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 repair

  • Most Alexandria repair calls trace to freeze-thaw: cracked sealant, lifted shingles, and failed flashing that let meltwater in — catch these before they reach the deck.
  • Wind-driven rain in Alexandria finds weak flashing first; re-sealing penetrations and ridges heads off the leaks that follow every storm season.

Roofers in Alexandria, LA

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

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

Roof Repair in Alexandria: questions

How do I find a roof repair company in Alexandria?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Alexandria, LA. This is a general roofing directory; confirm roof repair 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 repair 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
What causes most roof leaks in Alexandria homes?
Freeze-thaw cycling is responsible for the majority of Alexandria roof repair calls: water works into a small gap — at a chimney seal, step flashing joint, or a lifted shingle tab — freezes overnight, expands, and opens the gap wider. By spring the entry point is large enough to allow active leaking every rain event. Flashing repairs and re-sealing penetrations each fall, before the first hard freeze, is the most cost-effective maintenance step for Alexandria homeowners.
How do I know if a Alexandria roof repair will hold, or if I need a full replacement?
A repair holds when it addresses the actual entry point and the surrounding shingles and underlayment are still in sound condition. The rough rule: if the roof is under 15 years old and damaged area covers less than 30 percent of the surface, a repair is usually the right call. Past 20 years, or when repair cost approaches half the replacement estimate, a full tear-off makes more financial sense long-term. A free inspection from a Alexandria contractor settles the question without any obligation.
Do I need a permit for roof repair 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.