Asheville, NC · Metal Roofing

Metal Roofing Contractors in Asheville, North Carolina

Compare metal roofing options and ask each company about its experience. 29 local roofers listed, 5 verified.

Short answer: A metal roof in Asheville costs about $17,850–$42,000 for a 2,000 sq ft home at the local 1.05× cost index: panels start near $17,850, standing seam tops out near $42,000, and either lasts 40–70 years. In Asheville: 4 days with hail 1.75 inch+ (golf ball). 5 of the roofers below have a license we checked; for any other, ask for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

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  • 4days with hail 1.75 inch+ (golf ball)
  • 7days a year at 90°F or hotter
  • $411,000median home value
  • 69 mphstrongest gust reported

How much life is left in my Asheville roof?

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

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Metal roofing is a long-horizon investment in Asheville: a quality standing-seam or stone-coated steel system lasts 40 to 70 years, well past the 20-to-25-year life of standard asphalt shingles. Costs in Asheville vary by metal type and pitch — steel and aluminum standing-seam systems run higher than corrugated options, and the local labor market affects final pricing. NC Licensing Board for General Contractors license required — verify your contractor's status before signing.

Asheville in numbers

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

  • #18of 209Asheville ranks #18 of the 209 cities we cover for median home value.
  • #33of 209Asheville ranks #33 of the 209 cities we cover for yearly rainfall.

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2026* 1 2017 1 2018 1 2019 2 2021 4 2022 2 2023 3 2024 7 2025 1 2026*
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2026*
20171
20181
20191
20212
20224
20232
20243
20257
2026*1

22 recorded events across 8 full years plus 2026 to June represented in the data. 2025 had the most events among represented full years: 7.

2026 covers only January to June: NOAA's file ends there, so it is not counted as the worst year or in the yearly average. Years without a data row: 2020. Missing rows are not treated as zero; no annual average is shown.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2017–2026*

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

When storms hit Asheville

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 1 Feb 2 Mar 0 Apr 16 May 6 Jun 7 Jul 2 Aug 1 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb1
Mar2
Apr0
May16
Jun6
Jul7
Aug2
Sep1
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

Most hail reports come in May; the season runs March to August. Book inspections and repairs before that window, not after.

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

Roofing trade around Asheville

  • 15 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 69 people; 53% have fewer than 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

Asheville storm record: Buncombe County

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

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

Where hail of 1 inch or more was reported in Buncombe County

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  • 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 big hail on record

May 8, 2025

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

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.

What it means for metal roofing

Hail up to 2.5 inches has been reported in Buncombe County. That is bigger than the 2-inch steel ball used in the UL 2218 Class 4 impact test, so ask any metal roofer which gauge and panel profile they would put on it.

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

What it costs in Asheville

Metal roof, 2,000 sq ft home, adjusted for Asheville labor and material prices. Your quote depends on roof size, pitch and scope.

That typical price is about 7.3% of the median Asheville home value ($411,000).

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

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Roofers in Asheville, NC

29 listed, first 20 shown. Roofers we verified against a public registry come first.

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

Metal Roofing in Asheville: questions

How do I find a metal roofing company in Asheville?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Asheville, NC. This is a general roofing directory; confirm metal roofing 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.
Should I repair or fully re-roof in Asheville?
Ask a roofer to document the damage and compare a written repair scope with a replacement estimate. Roof condition, remaining life, materials and the extent of damage affect the decision. Confirm any inspection fee before booking.
How big does hail get near Asheville?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Asheville measured 2.5 inches, about the size of a tennis ball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 11 days in the same record. The biggest day was May 8, 2024, with 2 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 does roofing cost in Asheville?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model metal roof at $17,850 to $42,000 in Asheville, around $29,900 in the middle. That is about 7.3% of the median home value of $411,000. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
When is hail season in Asheville?
May is the worst month: 46% of the 35 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from March to August. Book the inspection before March, while crews still have open dates.
How old are the homes in Asheville, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Asheville was built in 1980, and 49.5% 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 77 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
How many roofing companies work around Asheville?
The Census Bureau counts 15 roofing companies with payroll in Buncombe County, employing about 69 people. 53.3% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $49,680 a year (BLS).
What metal roofing options make sense for Asheville homes?
The most common choices in the Asheville market are standing-seam steel (40+ year lifespan, highest cost, concealed fasteners), corrugated steel or ribbed panels (lower cost, exposed fasteners that need periodic checking), and stone-coated steel (looks like traditional shingles, very durable). Aluminum is a good fit near salt-air environments because it does not rust. Copper is used on specialty architectural applications. The right choice depends on your roof pitch, architectural style, and budget — a local contractor familiar with Asheville conditions can walk through the options on your roof.
How do I find a qualified metal roofing contractor in Asheville?
Metal roofing installation is more specialized than standard shingle work — look for contractors who hold manufacturer certification for the specific panel system they are installing, since certification is often required to activate the full warranty. NC Licensing Board for General Contractors license required. PickARoofer lists Asheville-area contractors. Contractors with a Verified badge have had their license independently confirmed against the official state registry. Submit your request above and one specialist contacts you directly — not a list of competing bids.
Do I need a permit for metal roofing in North Carolina?
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.