Emergency Roof Repair in Dayton, Ohio

Active leak or storm damage? Send one request and a local roofer is notified by email. 29 local roofers listed.

Short answer: For an active leak in Dayton, call a listed roofer directly and ask about emergency tarping; confirm its availability and price, since this directory does not guarantee arrival times. In Dayton: 69 days with 58+ mph thunderstorm wind. Ask any roofer for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

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The first half hour of a roof emergency

Do these in order. The first two protect people, the last two protect your claim and get a crew moving.

  1. Minutes 0 to 5

    Make the room safe

    Move people and valuables out from under the leak. If water is near an outlet, light fixture or ceiling fan, switch that circuit off at the breaker, but only if the panel is dry and you do not have to stand in water. A ceiling that bulges with water can drop without warning, so keep out from under it.

  2. Minutes 5 to 15

    Catch the water, do not chase it

    Put a bucket under the drip with a towel around it to stop the splash. Water often runs along a rafter before it shows, so the stain is rarely under the hole. Stay off the roof: a wet roof is a fall risk at any hour.

  3. Minutes 15 to 25

    Photograph it and write down the time

    Take dated photos and video of the ceiling, the floor and anything damaged, before you clean up. Write down when you first saw water. Insurers ask for both. In Ohio, the insurer has to acknowledge a claim within 15 calendar days (Ohio Adm. Code 3901-1-54(F)(2)), so the clock starts when you report it.

  4. Minutes 25 to 30

    Call, and ask four things

    Ask: is a crew free today, will you tarp first and quote the permanent repair after, what is the dispatch or tarp fee before you drive out, and can you send your license number? For Ohio: No statewide license; local contractor registration varies. 29 of the 29 roofers listed for Dayton are based in town; 29 are within 25 miles.

Where the roofers who cover Dayton are based

29 roofers are listed for Dayton. The map shows the town each one is based in, sized by how many, from the public records we compiled. We hold no response times and no roofer has told us it runs a 24-hour crew, so this shows reach, not arrival time: ask for the dispatch time when you call.

By distance from Dayton

Base town isRoofers
Within 10 miles29
10 to 25 miles0
25 to 50 miles0
Farther than 50 miles0

Closest base towns

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Dayton, OHin town29

Miles are straight-line from the town centre to Dayton's centre. Source: PickARoofer roster, public records.

Roofing emergencies in Dayton most often follow severe thunderstorms: a large branch on the roof, an active interior leak, or sections of shingles blown free all warrant same-day contractor contact to prevent compounding water damage. Emergency tarping stops active loss and preserves your insurance claim — documenting damage with photos before any work begins keeps the adjuster scope clean. Availability varies by crew, so ask each contractor how soon they can get on site.

Dayton in numbers

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

  • #205of 209Dayton ranks #205 of the 209 cities we cover for median home value (low end).
  • #6of 209Dayton ranks #6 of the 209 cities we cover for share of homes built before 1980.
  • #169of 209Dayton ranks #169 of the 209 cities we cover for largest hailstone on record (low end).

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025 10 2017 8 2018 2 2019 3 2020 11 2021 3 2022 2 2023 1 2024 5 2025
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025
201710
20188
20192
20203
202111
20223
20232
20241
20255

45 recorded events across 9 years represented in the data, about 5.0 per represented full year. 2021 had the most events among represented full years: 11.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2017–2025

Costliest storm day on record

May 27, 2019

5 reports that day (4 tornado, 1 hail); reported property damage $501,550,000; county FIPS 39113, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Dayton

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 3 Feb 1 Mar 29 Apr 6 May 25 Jun 5 Jul 1 Aug 0 Sep 1 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb3
Mar1
Apr29
May6
Jun25
Jul5
Aug1
Sep0
Oct1
Nov0
Dec0

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

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

Roofing trade around Dayton

  • 38 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 255 people; 60% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $51,410 a year (Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Dayton storm record: Montgomery County

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

  • 1796Founded
  • 738 ft (225 m)Elevation
  • Jonathan DaytonNamed after

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

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  • 301 to 1.74 in
  • 21.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 02.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 1.75 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

32 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 18, 2021 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 11 Taylorsburg
April 9, 2015 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 9 Germantown
June 5, 2017 1.5 in, about the size of a ping-pong ball 8 Beavertown
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

June 18, 2021

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 2 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF4 · May 27, 2019

It stayed on the ground for 18.17 miles and was up to 1050 yards wide. The tornado initially touched down just west of Brookville and areas on the south side of Brookville sustained heavy damage, consistent with high-end EF2 wind speeds. Numerous homes suffered significant roof damage and removal, including exterior wall collapse and complete garage destruction.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

75 mph · March 30, 2025

A roof was destroyed on one home while another home close by sustained significant shingle damage.

What it means for emergency roof repair

The storm record for Montgomery County includes a 75-mph thunderstorm gust and a EF4 tornado. Wind that strong lifts shingles and tears off flashing, which is why emergency tarping crews book out fast after a front.

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

What it costs in Dayton

Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, adjusted for Dayton labor and material prices. Your quote depends on roof size, pitch and scope.

That typical price is about 11.0% of the median Dayton home value ($93,200).

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

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Roofers in Dayton, OH

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

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

Emergency Roof Repair in Dayton: questions

How do I find a emergency roof repair company in Dayton?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Dayton, OH. This is a general roofing directory; confirm emergency 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.
Should I repair or fully re-roof in Dayton?
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 fast can a roofer reach Dayton?
29 roofers are listed for Dayton: 29 based in town and 29 within 25 miles of the city centre. None of them has told us it runs an emergency crew, and our roster holds no response times, so we cannot promise an arrival time. Call first, ask when a crew can be on site and what the tarp fee is, then send the request so a second roofer is lined up.
When is hail season in Dayton?
April is the worst month: 41% of the 71 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from February to July. Book the inspection before February, while crews still have open dates.
How big does hail get near Dayton?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Dayton measured 1.75 inches, about the size of a golf ball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 12 days in the same record. The biggest day was June 18, 2021, with 11 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.
How many roofing companies work around Dayton?
The Census Bureau counts 38 roofing companies with payroll in Montgomery County, employing about 255 people. 60.5% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $51,410 a year (BLS).
How long does an Ohio insurer have to answer a roof claim?
Ohio sets time limits in writing. For example, the insurer must acknowledge receipt of your claim within 15 calendar days (Ohio Adm. Code 3901-1-54(F)(2)). The full list and a date calculator are on our Ohio claim-deadlines page: pickaroofer.com/claim-deadlines/oh.
How old are the homes in Dayton, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Dayton was built in 1951, and 85.8% 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 94 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
What qualifies as a roofing emergency in Dayton?
True roofing emergencies involve active water entering living spaces — especially near electrical — large sections of missing shingles or membrane after a storm, visible structural damage such as sagging decking, a fallen tree or large branch on the roof, or any situation where interior damage is actively worsening. When in doubt, call: water damage compounds rapidly and repairs that cost hundreds of dollars addressed same-day can cost thousands if left overnight into framing and insulation.
What does emergency roof repair cost in Dayton?
Emergency tarping to stop active leaks runs $200 to $600 for most Dayton properties, depending on roof size and accessibility. Permanent emergency repairs — patching damaged sections, replacing blown-off shingles — cost $500 to $3,000 for typical scopes. After-hours and weekend emergency calls typically add a dispatch fee on top of material and labor. If the damage is storm-related, document it before work begins: most homeowner policies cover emergency storm repairs, and the documentation anchors your claim.
Do I need a permit for emergency roof repair in Ohio?
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.