Flint, MI · Metal Roofing

Metal Roofing Contractors in Flint, Michigan

Compare metal roofing options and ask each company about its experience. 25 local roofers listed, 3 verified.

Short answer: A metal roof in Flint costs about $15,810–$37,200 for a 2,000 sq ft home at the local 0.93× cost index: panels start near $15,810, standing seam tops out near $37,200, and either lasts 40–70 years. In Flint: 3 days with hail 1.75 inch+ (golf ball). 3 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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  • 3days with hail 1.75 inch+ (golf ball)
  • 1days a year at 90°F or hotter
  • $47,600median home value
  • 75 mphstrongest gust reported

How much life is left in my Flint roof?

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

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Metal's low-friction surface sheds Flint's snow load before it builds into ice dams, which is a meaningful advantage over asphalt in a heavy-snow climate. Costs in Flint 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. Michigan Residential Builder or Maintenance & Alteration Contractor license — verify your contractor's status before signing.

Flint in numbers

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

  • #1of 209Flint ranks #1 of the 209 cities we cover for share of homes built before 1980.
  • #209of 209Flint ranks #209 of the 209 cities we cover for median home value (low end).
  • #177of 209Flint ranks #177 of the 209 cities we cover for hail days of 1 inch or more (low end).
  • #38of 209Flint ranks #38 of the 209 cities we cover for freeze-thaw days.

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025 2 2017 4 2020 1 2021 1 2022 7 2023 1 2024 2 2025
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025
20172
20204
20211
20221
20237
20241
20252

18 recorded events across 7 years represented in the data. 2023 had the most events among represented full years: 7.

Years without a data row: 2018, 2019. Missing rows are not treated as zero; no annual average is shown.

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

Costliest storm day on record

Jul 20, 2023

7 reports that day (7 hail); reported property damage $20,000,000; county FIPS 26049, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Flint

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 1 Mar 2 Apr 2 May 0 Jun 9 Jul 5 Aug 2 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar1
Apr2
May2
Jun0
Jul9
Aug5
Sep2
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

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

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

Roofing trade around Flint

  • 16 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 107 people; 62% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $70,760 a year (Flint, MI Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Flint storm record: Genesee County

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

  • 1818Founded
  • 751 ft (229 m)Elevation

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

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  • 101 to 1.74 in
  • 61.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 12.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 2.75 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
July 20, 2023 2.75 in, about the size of a baseball 7 Davison · $20 million damage
August 28, 2020 2 in, about the size of a hen egg 4 Flushing
July 7, 2017 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 2 Elmcrest
“As daytime instability increased during the afternoon hours, widely scattered severe thunderstorms developed producing large hail and isolated damaging winds.”
National Weather Service report, August 28, 2020
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

July 20, 2023

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 3 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF2 · February 28, 2024

It stayed on the ground for 5.73 miles and was up to 450 yards wide. The tornado touched down in Creasey Bicentennial Park damaging the south pavilion and uprooting a pine tree. The tornado tracked east northeast across Westminster Cir where multiple trees were snapped, two garage doors were blown out, and a roof was partially stripped from one home.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

75 mph · April 12, 2014

What it means for metal roofing

Hail up to 2.75 inches has been reported in Genesee 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 Flint

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

That typical price is about 55.7% of the median Flint home value ($47,600).

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

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What Flint's climate means for metal roofing

  • Metal's slick surface sheds Flint's heavy snow load before it builds into ice dams — a decisive edge over asphalt in this climate.
  • Standing-seam metal has no granules to lose and far fewer seams to crack, so it shrugs off the freeze-thaw cycling that ages shingles quickly in Flint.
  • Reflective metal and cool-roof coatings cut attic heat gain under Flint's intense sun, trimming summer cooling bills where dark asphalt just bakes.

Roofers in Flint, MI

25 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 Flint: questions

How do I find a metal roofing company in Flint?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Flint, MI. 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 Flint?
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 Flint?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Flint measured 2.75 inches, about the size of a baseball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 8 days in the same record. The biggest day was July 20, 2023, with 7 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 Flint?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model metal roof at $15,810 to $37,200 in Flint, around $26,500 in the middle. That is about 55.7% of the median home value of $47,600. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
When is hail season in Flint?
July is the worst month: 43% of the 21 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from March to September. Book the inspection before March, while crews still have open dates.
How old are the homes in Flint, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Flint was built in 1954, and 93.2% 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 97 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
How many roofing companies work around Flint?
The Census Bureau counts 16 roofing companies with payroll in Genesee County, employing about 107 people. 62.5% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $70,760 a year (BLS).
Does metal roofing handle Flint's snow load better than asphalt?
Metal's smooth surface sheds snow faster than textured asphalt, which reduces sustained load and limits ice-dam formation at the eave. The tradeoff is snow-slide risk at the drip edge — some Flint homeowners add snow guards on lower slopes above entries and walkways. Standing-seam panels with concealed fasteners have no exposed screw penetrations to freeze-open over time, which is a meaningful maintenance advantage in a heavy-snow climate.
How do I find a qualified metal roofing contractor in Flint?
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. Michigan Residential Builder or Maintenance & Alteration Contractor license. PickARoofer lists Flint-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 Michigan?
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.