Roofers in Davenport, Iowa

29 roofing companies are listed for Davenport. Your request goes to one roofer, not five.

Short answer: None of the 29 roofers listed for Davenport 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 Davenport home runs $6,090–$13,485 at the local 0.87× cost index, and a metal roof $14,790–$34,800. NOAA's storm record for the county shows hail up to 4 in., so get an inspection after a big storm before you accept a quote.

A new asphalt roof in Davenport runs $6,090 to $13,485

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

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Roofers in Davenport, IA

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

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Who you can hire in Davenport

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

The Davenport roster, checked

  • Listed29
  • Licence number on file0
  • Matched in the state registry0

0 of 29 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 Davenport

110 roofers

The Bureau of Labor Statistics counts about 110 people working as roofers in the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL Metro Area, 11.8% of the 930 in Iowa.

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 Davenport are based

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

Listed roofers by home town

Roofers listed for Davenport by the town they are based in
Based inMiles awayListedChecked
Davenport, IAin town290

Nearby city pages

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

Davenport in numbers

Source under each figure.

  • #18of 209Largest hailstone on record: Davenport ranks #18 of 209.
  • #38of 209Share of homes built before 1980: Davenport ranks #38 of 209.
  • #42of 209Freeze-thaw days: Davenport ranks #42 of 209.
  • #48of 209Damaging thunderstorm-wind days: Davenport ranks #48 of 209.

Roofing trade around Davenport

  • 23 county firms with payroll, about 197 workers; 61% under 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $48,250 a year (Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

When hail hits Davenport

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

Reports by month

Jan: 0 reports Jan Feb: 4 reports 4 Feb Mar: 12 reports 12 Mar Apr: 63 reports 63 Apr May: 17 reports 17 May Jun: 17 reports 17 Jun Jul: 3 reports 3 Jul Aug: 1 reports 1 Aug Sep: 6 reports 6 Sep Oct: 5 reports 5 Oct Nov: 0 reports Nov Dec: 0 reports Dec

April is the heaviest month in Scott County: 63 of 128 hail reports (49%). April to June is the busiest three-month run, at 76%.

Worst full year: 2023, with 39 reports and 1 day of 1.75 in hail or larger; 3.5x the 11-report mean.

5 days of 1.75-inch hail or larger, across 3 of 11 full years; last one 2023.

Days with 1.75 in hail or larger, by year

Days per year with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Scott County 0 2014 2 2015 0 2016 0 2017 0 2018 0 2019 2 2020 0 2022 1 2023 0 2024 0 2025
Days per year with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Scott County
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20202
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Year by year

Hail in Scott 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
20142000.88″
201517521.75″
20161000.75″
20178201″
20186201.25″
20196000.88″
202026322″
20222201″
2023 (worst full year)39314″
202413501.5″
20252101″
2026 (to June)6201.25″

Shaded: worst full year.

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

Davenport storm record: Scott County

NWS reports for Scott County, 2014–2026.

  • 1836Founded
  • 591 ft (180 m)Elevation
  • George DavenportNamed after

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  • 661 to 1.74 in
  • 231.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 22.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 4 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

91 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
April 4, 2023 4 in, about the size of a grapefruit 34 Davenport
April 7, 2020 2 in, about the size of a hen egg 19 Davenport
June 3, 2020 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 5 Blue Grass
“A public report of mostly two inch hail stones falling with one of those stones estimated to be about 4 inches based on a picture.”
National Weather Service report, April 4, 2023
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last hail of 1.75 in or more

April 4, 2023

5 days like it since 2014.

Strongest tornado

EF2 · March 6, 2017

It stayed on the ground for 19.58 miles and was up to 1000 yards wide. This is a continuation of the Tornado that started in Muscatine County. Power poles were snapped, a house was un-roofed, and numerous farm outbuildings and trees were damaged.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

107 mph · October 6, 2016

A storm survey team indicated hardwood trees uprooted due to straight line winds.

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

Davenport, Iowa: Davenportdowntown
Davenport, IA. Photo: Quadcities2012, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Scott County fact sheet for Davenport 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 Scott County by decade built

Share of Scott County homes by decade built, percent 18.3% pre-1940 4.8% 1940s 10.1% 1950s 13.1% 1960s 16.6% 1970s 7.5% 1980s 9.9% 1990s 11.0% 2000s 7.8% 2010s 0.9% 2020+
Share of Scott County homes by decade built, percent
pre-194018.3%
1940s4.8%
1950s10.1%
1960s13.1%
1970s16.6%
1980s7.5%
1990s9.9%
2000s11.0%
2010s7.8%
2020+0.9%

78,130 homes, median built in 1972. 62.9% date from before 1980 and 8.7% from 2010 on; 69.6% are owner-occupied. The most common decade is the pre-1940.

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

Insurance claim clocks in Iowa

WhoWhat has to happenTime limitStatute
InsurerAcknowledge receipt of your claim notice (payment within the period also satisfies the rule)15 daysIowa Admin. Code r. 191-15.42(1)
InsurerTell you whether the claim is accepted or denied30 daysIowa Admin. Code r. 191-15.41(2)
InsurerPay once liability is affirmed and the amount is not in dispute30 daysIowa Admin. Code r. 191-15.41(6)

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Roofing services in Davenport

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

  • Roof Repair

    Median home built 1966; 96 freeze-thaw days a year, so cracks reopen.

  • Storm Damage Repair

    Top stone 4 in, 25 days of 1 in+ hail; dents metal, cracks tile.

  • Emergency Roof Repair

    73 days at 58+ mph, top gust 107 mph; ask crews about same-day tarping.

  • Roof Inspection

    70.2% of homes predate 1980; 63% are owner-occupied, so check old flashing first.

  • Metal Roofing

    Median home $162,900; golf-ball hail on 5 days, so ask about impact class.

  • Flat Roof

    Ponding risk: 5.6 days a year with 1 in of rain, 36.8 in a year in total.

  • Commercial Roofing

    31% of units are multi-unit; 23 roofing firms with payroll in the county.

What a new roof costs in Davenport

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

That typical price is about 6.0% of the median Davenport home value ($162,900).

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

Full Davenport cost guide by material →

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Roofing in Davenport: local conditions

Davenport endures a humid continental climate with punishing seasonal swings. The record high of 111 F was set on July 12, 1936, and the record low of -29 F on January 18, 2009, a wide range that cycles thermal stress through every roofing material. Annual snowfall averages 30.7 inches, imposing significant snow load and ice-dam risk each winter; ice backup behind eaves is a leading source of interior water damage in the Quad Cities. Spring and summer bring tornado-capable supercells across the Mississippi Valley corridor. The Great Flood of 1993 crested at 22.63 feet on July 9, illustrating how extreme precipitation events can overwhelm drainage and push water under roofing systems in low-lying neighborhoods.

Davenport's 2020 census population was 101,724, Iowa's third-largest city, with a 2024 estimate of 100,938 showing stable demand. Manufacturing anchors the economy with over 7,600 jobs; John Deere operates a Davenport plant with 948 workers and 7,200 across the broader Quad Cities. Genesis Health System employs 4,900 in Davenport alone. Von Maur department store is headquartered here, operating 24 stores nationally. This diversified industrial and healthcare employment base supports consistent homeowner investment in repair and replacement roofing across Davenport's mature housing stock.

Roofing in Davenport: questions

How much does roof replacement cost in Davenport, IA?
$6,090 to $13,485 for asphalt shingles on a 2,000 sq ft house in Davenport, typically $9,800, after a 0.87× local index. That is 6.0% of a $162,900 median home.
How do I find a reliable roofer in Davenport?
29 roofers are listed for Davenport. The Census counts 23 roofing firms with payroll in the county. A roofer's median pay is $48,250 a year.
How long does a roof replacement take in Davenport?
A Davenport asphalt re-roof takes 1 to 3 days. Storm weeks in Davenport can affect scheduling; confirm timing with the contractor.
When is the best time to replace a roof in Davenport?
April is the busiest hail month in Davenport, 49% of the county's 128 hail reports. Reports run March to June. Booking before it gives Davenport homeowners open crew dates.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Davenport, IA?
Iowa jurisdictions require one for a re-roof. In Davenport, ask the city building office; your Davenport contractor pulls it.
Will homeowners insurance cover roof damage in Davenport?
Insurance in Davenport covers sudden damage from hail, wind or a fallen tree, not age or wear. NOAA lists 108 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 Davenport roof?
Davenport's county logged 25 days with hail of 1 inch or larger, the largest 4 inches. After one, check gutters for granules, dented vents and lifted shingles; a Davenport roofer can document it for a claim.
What are the main weather stressors for roofs in Davenport, IA?
Davenport endures a humid continental climate with punishing seasonal swings. The record high of 111 F was set on July 12, 1936, and the record low of -29 F on January 18, 2009, a wide range that cycles thermal stress through every roofing material.
Does IA require roofing contractors to be licensed?
Iowa Contractor Registration required. 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 Davenport contractors.
What roofing upgrades make the most sense for tornado risk in Davenport?
Standard roofing products cannot withstand a direct tornado hit, but there are meaningful upgrades that reduce damage from near-miss events and the severe straight-line winds that accompany tornado outbreaks. Enhanced nailing patterns (6 nails per shingle instead of 4), reinforced ridge caps, and synthetic underlayment that serves as a secondary water barrier all improve performance in high-wind events. Some homeowners in Tornado Alley regions choose metal standing-seam roofing for maximum wind and impact resistance. Regardless of material, ensuring proper decking attachment and flashing integrity is the most cost-effective upgrade against severe-wind damage in Davenport.
How do I handle insurance for roof damage from severe storms or tornadoes in Davenport?
After any significant storm event in Davenport, photograph all visible damage before any temporary repairs or cleanup. File your claim promptly and request a scheduled adjuster visit. You are entitled to have an independent roofing contractor assess the damage alongside the adjuster or separately — their estimate often captures items the initial adjuster misses, particularly hidden decking damage or compromised underlayment. Most IA policies apply a separate wind-and-hail deductible; confirm this amount before the adjuster visits. Legitimate local contractors will not request an Assignment of Benefits before damage assessment is complete — treat any contractor who does as a red flag.

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