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Roof Inspection Services in Flint, Michigan

Know your roof's real condition before it becomes an emergency. 25 local roofers listed, 3 verified.

Short answer: A professional roof inspection in Flint costs $150–$400 for a standard home, and many roofers do it free when you are getting a repair quote; after a hail day or 50+ mph wind, book one before you file a claim. In Flint: 93.2% of homes built before 1980. 3 of the roofers below have a license we checked; for any other, ask for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

Get a free quote See Flint in numbers
  • 93.2%of homes built before 1980
  • 1954median year homes were built
  • 8hail days (1 inch+), 2014–2026
  • 55%of homes are owner-occupied

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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A spring inspection after Flint's snow season is the highest-value maintenance step a homeowner can take: it catches ice-dam damage, lifted shingles, and flashing failures before the next freeze turns small problems into expensive leaks. Inspections cost $150 to $400 for a standard home, and many Flint-area contractors offer free assessments when you are actively considering repair or replacement.

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

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

What it costs in Flint

Asphalt-shingle re-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 22.0% 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 roof inspection

  • A spring inspection after Flint's snow season catches ice-dam damage, lifted shingles, and flashing failures before the next freeze.
  • Annual inspections in Flint target the freeze-thaw weak points — sealant, valleys, and flashing — where leaks begin before they show inside.

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 roof inspection experience, materials, insurance and current availability with each company. A Verified badge refers to the registry check, not a confirmed specialty.

Roof Inspection in Flint: questions

How do I find a roof inspection company in Flint?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Flint, MI. This is a general roofing directory; confirm roof inspection 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.
How long does a Michigan insurer have to answer a roof claim?
Michigan sets time limits in writing. For example, the insurer must pay the part of the claim supported by proof of loss within 60 days (MCL 500.2006(3)). The full list and a date calculator are on our Michigan claim-deadlines page: pickaroofer.com/claim-deadlines/mi.
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.
What does roofing cost in Flint?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model asphalt-shingle re-roof at $6,510 to $14,415 in Flint, around $10,450 in the middle. That is about 22% of the median home value of $47,600. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
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).
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.
When is the best time for a roof inspection in Flint?
Two inspections per year are ideal in Flint: one in spring after snowmelt, when ice-dam damage, lifted shingles, and flashing failures are fresh and visible before summer conceals them with regrowth; and one in fall before the first hard freeze, to address any sealant, flashing, or shingle issues before they are exposed to another winter cycle. At minimum, schedule a spring inspection after any winter with above-average snowfall.
What will a roof inspector check on a Flint home?
A standard inspection covers shingle condition (cracking, curling, granule loss, missing pieces), flashing integrity at chimneys, vents, skylights, and wall junctions, gutter condition and drainage performance, attic ventilation assessment for moisture and heat buildup, and overall structural assessment of decking and rafters where accessible. You receive a written report with photos and prioritized recommendations. Michigan Residential Builder or Maintenance & Alteration Contractor license. PickARoofer connects you with Flint inspectors. Contractors with a Verified badge have had their license independently confirmed against the official state registry. Submit above for a free or low-cost initial assessment.
Do I need a permit for roof inspection 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.