Roofers in Boise, Idaho

30 roofing companies are listed for Boise. Your request goes to one roofer, not five.

Short answer: None of the 30 roofers listed for Boise has a license match on the state registry yet, so ask any roofer for a license number and look it up before you sign. A standard asphalt re-roof on a 2,000 sq ft Boise home runs $7,140–$15,810 at the local 1.02× cost index, and a metal roof $17,340–$40,800. NOAA's storm record for the county shows hail up to 1.5 in., so get an inspection after a big storm before you accept a quote.

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A new asphalt roof in Boise runs $7,140 to $15,810

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

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Roofers in Boise, ID

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

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Who you can hire in Boise

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

The Boise roster, checked

  • Listed30
  • Licence number on file0
  • Matched in the state registry0

0 of 30 listed firms have a licence number on file (0%). None has been matched in the official state registry yet, so no firm here carries the Verified badge. 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 Boise

650 roofers

The Bureau of Labor Statistics counts about 650 people working as roofers in the Boise City, ID Metro Area, 54.6% of the 1,190 in Idaho.

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 Boise are based

Every listed firm is based in Boise; 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, Boise ring = 25 miles.

Listed roofers by home town

Roofers listed for Boise by the town they are based in
Based inMiles awayListedChecked
Boise, IDin town300

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

Boise in numbers

Source under each figure.

  • #201of 209Hail days of 1 inch or more (low end): Boise ranks #201 of 209.
  • #9of 209Median home value: Boise ranks #9 of 209.
  • #196of 209Largest hailstone on record (low end): Boise ranks #196 of 209.
  • #194of 209Yearly rainfall (low end): Boise ranks #194 of 209.

Costliest storm day on record

May 21, 2023

7 reports that day (7 wind); reported property damage $0; county FIPS 16001, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Boise

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 1 Mar 3 Apr 1 May 2 Jun 0 Jul 0 Aug 0 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar1
Apr3
May1
Jun2
Jul0
Aug0
Sep0
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

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

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

Roofing trade around Boise

  • 87 county firms with payroll, about 630 workers; 66% under 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $60,100 a year (Boise City, ID Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Boise storm record: Ada County

NWS reports for Ada County, 2014–2026.

  • 1863Founded
  • 2,703 ft (824 m)Elevation
  • City of TreesNickname

Reported hail locations, Ada County

1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1.25 in hail1.5 in hail Boise
  • 61 to 1.74 in
  • 01.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 02.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 1.5 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

6 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 26, 2015 1.5 in, about the size of a ping-pong ball 1 Star
June 5, 2022 1.25 in, about the size of a half dollar 2 Kuna
April 3, 2024 1 in, about the size of a quarter 3 Boise Strawberry Gle
“Largest hail 1.5 inches and smallest about a penny at the intersection of Floating Feather Road and Pollard Lane.”
National Weather Service report, May 26, 2015
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Strongest tornado

EF0 · May 26, 2023

It stayed on the ground for 0.95 miles and was up to 3 yards wide.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

81 mph · September 5, 2019

Extensive damage to the high school campus was surveyed by NWS employees including trees knocked down onto houses in the vicinity. The peak thunderstorm wind was estimated at 80 MPH.

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

Boise, Idaho: Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce photo to share - winter 2017
Boise, ID. Photo: Erin Cave, Boise Chamber of Commerce, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Ada County fact sheet for Boise 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 Ada County by decade built

Share of Ada County homes by decade built, percent 4.1% pre-1940 2.1% 1940s 4.1% 1950s 4.7% 1960s 13.6% 1970s 9.9% 1980s 18.5% 1990s 20.7% 2000s 18.7% 2010s 3.6% 2020+
Share of Ada County homes by decade built, percent
pre-19404.1%
1940s2.1%
1950s4.1%
1960s4.7%
1970s13.6%
1980s9.9%
1990s18.5%
2000s20.7%
2010s18.7%
2020+3.6%

205,068 homes, median built in 1996. 28.6% date from before 1980 and 22.3% from 2010 on; 71.4% are owner-occupied. The most common decade is the 2000s.

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

Insurance claim clocks in Idaho

WhoWhat has to happenTime limitStatute
InsurerPay the amount justly due; if not paid within 30 days after proof of loss, the insurer owes attorney fees in a later lawsuit or arbitration30 daysIdaho Code §41-1839(1)

All Idaho claim deadlines and what starts each clock →

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Roofing services in Boise

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

  • Roof Repair

    Median home built 1985; 106 freeze-thaw days a year, so cracks reopen.

  • Storm Damage Repair

    Top stone 1.5 in, 4 days of 1 in+ hail; bruises shingles unseen.

  • Emergency Roof Repair

    22 days at 58+ mph, top gust 81 mph; tarping crews still book up.

  • Roof Inspection

    42.6% of homes predate 1980; 63% are owner-occupied, so check old flashing first.

  • Metal Roofing

    Median home $456,000; golf-ball hail on 0 days, so style and cost lead.

  • Flat Roof

    Ponding risk: 0.2 days a year with 1 in of rain, 18 in a year in total.

  • Commercial Roofing

    28% of units are multi-unit; 87 roofing firms with payroll in the county.

What a new roof costs in Boise

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

That typical price is about 2.5% of the median Boise home value ($456,000).

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

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Roofing in Boise: local conditions

Boise's semi-arid high desert climate produces mild storm activity, but the Treasure Valley receives occasional late-spring hail that catches newer residents off guard. The more persistent roofing challenge is heavy snow loads in exceptional winters — the Boise Foothills can receive 2-4 feet of snow — combined with algae and lichen growth on north-facing roof planes fed by the Boise River valley's morning fog.

Boise's rapid population growth from the California migration wave has created a contractor shortage, driving labor costs up significantly since 2020. Metal roofing has gained market share here because homeowners from high-cost coastal markets bring familiarity with premium materials.

Roofing in Boise: questions

How much does roof replacement cost in Boise, ID?
$7,140 to $15,810 for asphalt shingles on a 2,000 sq ft house in Boise, typically $11,500, after a 1.02× local index. That is 2.5% of a $456,000 median home.
How do I find a reliable roofer in Boise?
30 roofers are listed for Boise. The Census counts 87 roofing firms with payroll in the county. A roofer's median pay is $60,100 a year.
How long does a roof replacement take in Boise?
A Boise asphalt re-roof takes 1 to 3 days.
When is the best time to replace a roof in Boise?
April is the busiest hail month in Boise, 43% of the county's 7 hail reports. Reports run March to June. Booking before it gives Boise homeowners open crew dates.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Boise, ID?
Idaho jurisdictions require one for a re-roof. In Boise, ask the city building office; your Boise contractor pulls it.
Will homeowners insurance cover roof damage in Boise?
Insurance in Boise covers sudden damage from hail, wind or a fallen tree, not age or wear. File within a year of the storm.
How do I spot hail damage on a Boise roof?
Boise's county logged 4 days with hail of 1 inch or larger, the largest 1.5 inches. After one, check gutters for granules, dented vents and lifted shingles; a Boise roofer can document it for a claim.
What roofing challenges are most common for Boise, ID homeowners?
Boise's semi-arid high desert climate produces mild storm activity, but the Treasure Valley receives occasional late-spring hail that catches newer residents off guard. The more persistent roofing challenge is heavy snow loads in exceptional winters. While severe hail is less frequent here than in Tornado Alley states, cumulative UV damage, seasonal temperature swings, and moisture intrusion from heavy rain events are the primary long-term roof stressors. Regular inspection every 2-3 years is the best preventive measure.
Does ID require roofing contractors to be licensed?
Idaho contractor registration through the state; confirm current rules before signing. 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 Boise contractors.
Are impact-resistant shingles worth the cost in Boise, ID?
In Boise's low storm environment, impact-resistant shingles are a judgment call. Class 4 products — rated to withstand a 2-inch steel ball drop at 70 mph — hold up better when 2 hail days per year expose standard shingles to cumulative granule loss. Check with your insurer before selecting materials: some ID carriers reduce annual premiums by 5–20% for Class 4 installations, which can improve the payback calculation.

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