Roofers in Asheville, North Carolina

29 roofing companies are listed for Asheville, and 5 of them are verified against a public registry. Your request goes to one roofer, not five.

Short answer: To find a roofer near you in Asheville, NC, start with the 5 below whose license we matched on NC Licensing Board for General Contractors (LBGC) search; they are listed first. A standard asphalt re-roof on a 2,000 sq ft Asheville home runs $7,350–$16,275 at the local 1.05× cost index, and a metal roof $17,850–$42,000. NOAA's storm record for the county shows hail up to 2.5 in., so get an inspection after a big storm before you accept a quote.

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A new asphalt roof in Asheville runs $7,350 to $16,275

Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, at Asheville prices. Source and share of home value below.

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Roofers in Asheville, NC

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

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Who you can hire in Asheville

A phone number and a star rating say little about a roofer. These counts show what is on file.

The Asheville roster, checked

  • Listed29
  • Licence number on file7
  • Matched in the state registry5

7 of 29 listed firms have a licence number on file (24.1%). 5 were matched in the official state registry, which is what the Verified badge means; 101 of the 206 cities in the directory have at least one firm matched so far. A number on file is not a check: how verification works.

Source: PickARoofer contractor registry · data as of 2026-10-01

Roofers at work around Asheville

110 roofers

The Bureau of Labor Statistics counts about 110 people working as roofers in the Asheville, NC Metro Area, 3.6% of the 3,060 in North Carolina.

That counts workers, not companies, and it includes crews who work for a single firm. It is the size of the local trade, not a list of who to call.

Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Where the roofers for Asheville are based

Every listed firm is based in Asheville; the ring is the 25-mile radius we use to match hail reports to the city.

Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Hail: NOAA Storm Prediction Center local storm reports. Towns: our roster, Asheville ring = 25 miles.

Listed roofers by home town

Roofers listed for Asheville by the town they are based in
Based inMiles awayListedChecked
Asheville, NCin town295

The Storm Prediction Center logged no hail reports within 25 miles in the last 90 days.

Asheville in numbers

Source under each figure.

  • #18of 209Median home value: Asheville ranks #18 of 209.
  • #33of 209Yearly rainfall: Asheville ranks #33 of 209.

Costliest storm day on record

May 8, 2024

4 reports that day (2 hail, 1 wind, 1 tornado); reported property damage $100,000; county FIPS 37021, 2014–June 2026

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

Roofing trade around Asheville

  • 15 county firms with payroll, about 69 workers; 53% under 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $49,680 a year (Asheville, NC Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

When hail hits Asheville

Buncombe County, 2014 to June 2026: NOAA hail reports.

Reports by month

Jan: 0 reports Jan Feb: 1 reports 1 Feb Mar: 2 reports 2 Mar Apr: 0 reports Apr May: 16 reports 16 May Jun: 6 reports 6 Jun Jul: 7 reports 7 Jul Aug: 2 reports 2 Aug Sep: 1 reports 1 Sep Oct: 0 reports Oct Nov: 0 reports Nov Dec: 0 reports Dec

May is the heaviest month in Buncombe County: 16 of 35 hail reports (46%). May to July holds 83%; the other nine months split 17%.

Worst full year: 2025, with 7 reports and 1 day of 1.75 in hail or larger; 126% over the 3-report mean.

4 days of 1.75-inch hail or larger, across 4 of 11 full years; last one 2025.

Days with 1.75 in hail or larger, by year

Days per year with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Buncombe County 0 2014 1 2015 1 2016 0 2017 0 2018 0 2019 0 2021 0 2022 0 2023 1 2024 1 2025
Days per year with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Buncombe County
20140
20151
20161
20170
20180
20190
20210
20220
20230
20241
20251

Year by year

Hail in Buncombe County by year: reports, days with hail of 1 inch or more, days with 1.75 inch or more, largest stone
YearReportsDays 1″+Days 1.75″+Largest
20145301″
20152111.75″
20166211.75″
20171000.75″
20181000.75″
20191000.88″
20212000.88″
20224101″
20232101″
20243112.5″
2025 (worst full year)7211.75″
2026 (to June)1000.75″

Shaded: worst full year.

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

Asheville storm record: Buncombe County

NWS reports for Buncombe County, 2014–2026.

  • 1797Founded
  • 2,133 ft (650 m)Elevation
  • Samuel AsheNamed after

Reported hail locations, Buncombe County

1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1.25 in hail1.5 in hail1.75 in hail1.75 in hail1.75 in hail1.75 in hail2.5 in hail Asheville
  • 121 to 1.74 in
  • 51.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 02.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 2.5 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

17 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
May 8, 2024 2.5 in, about the size of a tennis ball 2 Barnardsville
May 8, 2025 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 4 Craggy
July 8, 2016 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 2 Grovestone
“Emergency manager and public reported 2-inch diameter to tennis ball size hail broke more than a dozen car windshields in the Barnardsville area.”
National Weather Service report, May 8, 2024
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last hail of 1.75 in or more

May 8, 2025

4 days like it since 2014.

Strongest tornado

EF0 · May 8, 2024

It stayed on the ground for 2.32 miles and was up to 30 yards wide. NWS storm survey found the path of a EF0 tornado that touched down along north Fork Road where several trees were uprooted. The tornado moved southeast across Allen Mountain and across the Black Mountain golf course where additional trees were uprooted along with large limbs snapped.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

69 mph · June 4, 2016

Public reported multiple trees uprooted or snapped centered in the area around Jupiter Rd and Lower Flat Creek Rd.

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

Asheville, North Carolina: Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville, NC. Photo: Quintin Soloviev, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Buncombe County fact sheet for Asheville homeowners

Housing age, federal disaster declarations and your state's claim deadlines in one place. All three come from public records, county level.

How old are the roofs? Homes in Buncombe County by decade built

Share of Buncombe County homes by decade built, percent 10.9% pre-1940 3.8% 1940s 5.9% 1950s 7.3% 1960s 10.2% 1970s 12.6% 1980s 16.9% 1990s 15.8% 2000s 13.4% 2010s 3.2% 2020+
Share of Buncombe County homes by decade built, percent
pre-194010.9%
1940s3.8%
1950s5.9%
1960s7.3%
1970s10.2%
1980s12.6%
1990s16.9%
2000s15.8%
2010s13.4%
2020+3.2%

132,191 homes, median built in 1989. 38.1% date from before 1980 and 16.6% from 2010 on; 64.4% are owner-occupied. The most common decade is the 1990s.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey · data as of ACS 5-year

Insurance claim clocks in North Carolina

WhoWhat has to happenTime limitStatute
InsurerAcknowledge receipt of your claim30 daysNC Dept. of Insurance, Homeowners FAQ
InsurerPay the loss under the standard fire policy terms60 daysN.C.G.S. 58-44-16(f)(17)

All North Carolina claim deadlines and what starts each clock →

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Roofing services in Asheville

One page per job, each opening with a Asheville figure.

  • Roof Repair

    Median home built 1980; 77 freeze-thaw days a year, so cracks reopen.

  • Storm Damage Repair

    Top stone 2.5 in, 11 days of 1 in+ hail; dents metal, cracks tile.

  • Emergency Roof Repair

    57 days at 58+ mph, top gust 69 mph; ask crews about same-day tarping.

  • Roof Inspection

    49.5% of homes predate 1980; 50.3% are owner-occupied, so check old flashing first.

  • Metal Roofing

    Median home $411,000; golf-ball hail on 4 days, so style and cost lead.

  • Flat Roof

    Ponding risk: 10.3 days a year with 1 in of rain, 55.2 in a year in total.

  • Commercial Roofing

    39% of units are multi-unit; 15 roofing firms with payroll in the county.

What a new roof costs in Asheville

Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, at Asheville prices.

That typical price is about 2.9% of the median Asheville home value ($411,000).

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

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Roofing in Asheville: local conditions

Asheville's position in a Blue Ridge Mountain valley creates unique orographic weather patterns, with heavy snowfall averaging 15-20 inches annually that stresses roof decking and flashing. Remnants of Gulf hurricanes funnel through the French Broad River valley delivering intense rainfall events; Hurricane Helene in 2024 brought catastrophic flooding and wind damage across Buncombe County.

Asheville's building boom and strong Airbnb rental market have created high roofing demand, pushing labor costs above the regional average. Contractors familiar with steep-slope cedar shake and metal standing-seam roofs are common here due to the architectural character of historic neighborhoods.

Roofing in Asheville: questions

How much does roof replacement cost in Asheville, NC?
$7,350 to $16,275 for asphalt shingles on a 2,000 sq ft house in Asheville, typically $11,800, after a 1.05× local index. That is 2.9% of a $411,000 median home.
How do I find a reliable roofer in Asheville?
29 roofers are listed for Asheville, 5 checked against the state registry. The Census counts 15 roofing firms with payroll in the county. A roofer's median pay is $49,680 a year.
How long does a roof replacement take in Asheville?
A Asheville asphalt re-roof takes 1 to 3 days. Storm weeks in Asheville can affect scheduling; confirm timing with the contractor.
When is the best time to replace a roof in Asheville?
May is the busiest hail month in Asheville, 46% of the county's 35 hail reports. Reports run March to August. Booking before it gives Asheville homeowners open crew dates.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Asheville, NC?
North Carolina jurisdictions require one for a re-roof. In Asheville, ask the city building office; your Asheville contractor pulls it.
Will homeowners insurance cover roof damage in Asheville?
Insurance in Asheville covers sudden damage from hail, wind or a fallen tree, not age or wear. NOAA lists 22 county hail reports in 8 full years plus 2026 to June. File within a year of the storm.
How do I spot hail damage on a Asheville roof?
Asheville's county logged 11 days with hail of 1 inch or larger, the largest 2.5 inches. After one, check gutters for granules, dented vents and lifted shingles; a Asheville roofer can document it for a claim.
What are the main weather stressors for roofs in Asheville, NC?
Asheville's position in a Blue Ridge Mountain valley creates unique orographic weather patterns, with heavy snowfall averaging 15-20 inches annually that stresses roof decking and flashing.
Does NC require roofing contractors to be licensed?
NC Licensing Board for General Contractors license required for projects of $40,000 or more. This means you can verify a contractor's license before signing any contract — ask for their license number and check it with the relevant state board. Beyond state licensing, always confirm the contractor carries general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage specifically for roofing work. An uninsured crew working on your roof creates personal liability exposure that homeowners often overlook. Written contracts specifying materials, labor warranty terms, and cleanup responsibilities are standard practice for reputable Asheville contractors.
Are impact-resistant or wind-rated shingles worth it in Asheville, NC?
Asheville's exposure to tropical systems makes wind-rated roofing materials a practical consideration. Florida Building Code-style enhanced fastening patterns (using 6 nails per shingle rather than 4) and synthetic underlayment with a secondary water barrier can significantly reduce damage from wind-driven rain — the leading cause of interior damage in tropical events even on roofs that remain intact. While Class 4 hail impact ratings are less critical here than in Tornado Alley, wind uplift resistance ratings matter. Ask contractors about deck attachment details and ridge vent wind resistance when evaluating bids for a re-roof project.
How should Asheville homeowners prepare their roof before severe weather season?
In Asheville, pre-storm-season prep starts before June. Have a licensed contractor inspect the roof in April or May, checking shingle tab adhesion, flashing integrity, and soffit/ridge vent screens. Balanced attic ventilation — clear soffits and functioning ridge vents — reduces wind uplift pressure during severe storms. Know your policy's wind-and-hail deductible before a storm hits; many NC policies carry a separate 1–2% deductible on top of the standard dwelling deductible.

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