Roofers in Gainesville, Florida

23 roofing companies are listed for Gainesville, and 15 of them are verified against a public registry. Your request goes to one roofer, not five.

Short answer: To find a roofer near you in Gainesville, FL, start with the 15 below whose license we matched on Florida DBPR license lookup; they are listed first. A standard asphalt re-roof on a 2,000 sq ft Gainesville home runs $6,300–$13,950 at the local 0.90× cost index, and a metal roof $15,300–$36,000. NOAA's storm record for the county shows hail up to 2.5 in., so get an inspection after a big storm before you accept a quote.

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A new asphalt roof in Gainesville runs $6,300 to $13,950

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

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Roofers in Gainesville, FL

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

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Who you can hire in Gainesville

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

The Gainesville roster, checked

  • Listed23
  • Licence number on file15
  • Matched in the state registry15

15 of 23 listed firms have a licence number on file (65.2%). 15 were matched in the official state registry, which is what the Verified badge means; 101 of the 206 cities in the directory have at least one firm matched so far. 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 Gainesville

340 roofers

The Bureau of Labor Statistics counts about 340 people working as roofers in the Gainesville, FL Metro Area, 1.4% of the 23,550 in Florida.

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 Gainesville are based

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

Listed roofers by home town

Roofers listed for Gainesville by the town they are based in
Based inMiles awayListedChecked
Gainesville, FLin town2315

Nearby city pages

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

Gainesville in numbers

Source under each figure.

  • #187of 209Hail days of 1 inch or more (low end): Gainesville ranks #187 of 209.
  • #187of 209Freeze-thaw days (low end): Gainesville ranks #187 of 209.

Roofing trade around Gainesville

  • 22 county firms with payroll, about 356 workers; 36% under 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $46,660 a year (Gainesville, FL Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

When hail hits Gainesville

Alachua County, 2014 to 2025: NOAA hail reports.

Reports by month

Jan: 0 reports Jan Feb: 5 reports 5 Feb Mar: 0 reports Mar Apr: 10 reports 10 Apr May: 5 reports 5 May Jun: 4 reports 4 Jun Jul: 2 reports 2 Jul Aug: 1 reports 1 Aug Sep: 0 reports Sep Oct: 0 reports Oct Nov: 0 reports Nov Dec: 0 reports Dec

April is the heaviest month in Alachua County: 10 of 27 hail reports (37%). April to June is the busiest three-month run, at 70%.

Worst full year: 2025, with 7 reports and 1 day of 1.75 in hail or larger; 107% over the 3-report mean.

4 days of 1.75-inch hail or larger, across 3 of 8 full years; last one 2025.

Days with 1.75 in hail or larger, by year

Days per year with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Alachua County 0 2014 1 2015 0 2016 0 2021 0 2022 2 2023 0 2024 1 2025
Days per year with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Alachua County
20140
20151
20160
20210
20220
20232
20240
20251

Year by year

Hail in Alachua 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
20144101″
20153111.75″
20161000.88″
20212101″
20221000.88″
20236221.75″
20243101″
2025 (worst full year)7112.5″

Shaded: worst full year.

Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014 to 2025

Gainesville storm record: Alachua County

NWS reports for Alachua County, 2014–2026.

  • 1853Founded
  • 177 ft (54 m)Elevation
  • Edmund P. GainesNamed after

Reported hail locations, Alachua County

1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1.5 in hail1.5 in hail1.75 in hail1.75 in hail1.75 in hail1.75 in hail1.75 in hail1.75 in hail1.75 in hail2 in hail2.5 in hail Gainesville
  • 51 to 1.74 in
  • 91.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 02.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 2.5 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

14 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 11, 2025 2.5 in, about the size of a tennis ball 7 Phifer
June 1, 2015 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 3 Hague
April 26, 2023 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 2 Archer
“A spotter shared images measuring hail of 2.50 inches (tennis ball) and 1.50 inches (ping pong ball) near the intersection of NW 39th Avenue and NW 34th Avenue.”
National Weather Service report, April 11, 2025
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last hail of 1.75 in or more

April 11, 2025

4 days like it since 2014.

Strongest tornado

EF0 · May 20, 2016

It stayed on the ground for 0.66 miles and was up to 20 yards wide. The University of Florida Wind Hazard Damage Assessment Team conducted a storm survey. A weak EF0 tornado tracked across the UF Campus which caused damage to mainly trees, other vegetation and minimal structural damage.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

81 mph · November 30, 2020

A NWS Storm Survey determined that straight line winds near 80 mph caused widespread tree damage. Some trees damaged structures. The worst damage was centered near the intersection of NW 39th Ave and Highway 222 and NW 34th Street and Highway 121. The time of damage was based on radar.

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

Gainesville, Florida: Dsg Gainesville 13th and University Intersection Approach 20050507
Gainesville, FL. Photo: User:DouglasGreen, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Alachua County fact sheet for Gainesville 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 Alachua County by decade built

Share of Alachua County homes by decade built, percent 2.7% pre-1940 1.9% 1940s 5.2% 1950s 9.0% 1960s 16.9% 1970s 19.5% 1980s 16.5% 1990s 16.8% 2000s 9.8% 2010s 1.7% 2020+
Share of Alachua County homes by decade built, percent
pre-19402.7%
1940s1.9%
1950s5.2%
1960s9.0%
1970s16.9%
1980s19.5%
1990s16.5%
2000s16.8%
2010s9.8%
2020+1.7%

125,702 homes, median built in 1987. 35.7% date from before 1980 and 11.6% from 2010 on; 54.1% are owner-occupied. The most common decade is the 1980s.

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

Insurance claim clocks in Florida

WhoWhat has to happenTime limitStatute
InsurerAcknowledge any communication about your claim7 calendar daysFla. Stat. §627.70131(1)(a)
InsurerPay the claim or deny it in whole or in part60 daysFla. Stat. §627.70131(7)(a)

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Roofing services in Gainesville

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

  • Roof Repair

    Median home built 1983; 5 freeze-thaw days a year, so sun and hail do the aging.

  • Storm Damage Repair

    Top stone 2.5 in, 7 days of 1 in+ hail; dents metal, cracks tile.

  • Emergency Roof Repair

    59 days at 58+ mph, top gust 81 mph; ask crews about same-day tarping.

  • Roof Inspection

    44.5% of homes predate 1980; 38.5% are owner-occupied, so check old flashing first.

  • Metal Roofing

    Median home $235,000; golf-ball hail on 4 days, so style and cost lead.

  • Flat Roof

    Ponding risk: 6.6 days a year with 1 in of rain, 51.4 in a year in total.

  • Commercial Roofing

    57% of units are multi-unit; 22 roofing firms with payroll in the county.

What a new roof costs in Gainesville

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

That typical price is about 4.3% of the median Gainesville home value ($235,000).

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

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Roofing in Gainesville: local conditions

Gainesville's north-central Florida position makes it vulnerable to both Atlantic and Gulf hurricane tracks — Charley in 2004 tracked directly through Alachua County as a Category 1 system, damaging several thousand roofs. The city also experiences Florida's notorious afternoon thunderstorm season from June through September, with lightning strike frequency among the highest in the country for the region.

University of Florida's massive enrollment creates a large student rental housing market where landlords frequently defer roof maintenance, resulting in concentrated replacement demand when rental properties change hands. Florida's insurance crisis means many Gainesville homeowners are now covered by Citizens Property Insurance, which mandates roof inspections for homes with roofs over 25 years old.

Roofing in Gainesville: questions

How much does roof replacement cost in Gainesville, FL?
$6,300 to $13,950 for asphalt shingles on a 2,000 sq ft house in Gainesville, typically $10,100, after a 0.90× local index. That is 4.3% of a $235,000 median home.
How do I find a reliable roofer in Gainesville?
23 roofers are listed for Gainesville, 15 checked against the state registry. The Census counts 22 roofing firms with payroll in the county. A roofer's median pay is $46,660 a year.
How long does a roof replacement take in Gainesville?
A Gainesville asphalt re-roof takes 1 to 3 days. Storm weeks in Gainesville can affect scheduling; confirm timing with the contractor.
When is the best time to replace a roof in Gainesville?
April is the busiest hail month in Gainesville, 37% of the county's 27 hail reports. Reports run February to August. Booking before it gives Gainesville homeowners open crew dates.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Gainesville, FL?
Florida jurisdictions require one for a re-roof. In Gainesville, ask the city building office; your Gainesville contractor pulls it.
Will homeowners insurance cover roof damage in Gainesville?
Insurance in Gainesville covers sudden damage from hail, wind or a fallen tree, not age or wear. NOAA lists 19 county hail reports in 5 years. The risk here is rated high. File within a year of the storm.
How do I spot hail damage on a Gainesville roof?
Gainesville's county logged 7 days with hail of 1 inch or larger, the largest 2.5 inches. After one, check gutters for granules, dented vents and lifted shingles; a Gainesville roofer can document it for a claim.
What weather conditions most stress roofs in Gainesville, FL?
Gainesville's north-central Florida position makes it vulnerable to both Atlantic and Gulf hurricane tracks — charley in 2004 tracked directly through Alachua County as a Category 1 system, damaging several thousand roofs. Even moderate hail events can accelerate granule loss on aging shingles, while high winds and storm-driven rain test flashing seals and ridge caps. An annual post-storm inspection helps catch damage before it becomes a leak.
Does FL require roofing contractors to be licensed?
Florida Certified or Registered Roofing Contractor license 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 Gainesville contractors.
Are impact-resistant shingles worth the cost in Gainesville, FL?
In Gainesville's high storm environment, impact-resistant shingles are a clear yes. Class 4 products — rated to withstand a 2-inch steel ball drop at 70 mph — hold up better when 1 hail day per year expose standard shingles to cumulative granule loss. Check with your insurer before selecting materials: some FL carriers reduce annual premiums by 5–20% for Class 4 installations, which can improve the payback calculation.
How should Gainesville homeowners prepare their roofs before hurricane season?
Before hurricane season opens in Gainesville, confirm your roof is in the best condition possible for what's coming. A spring inspection catches deferred maintenance items — cracked caulk at pipe boots, loose step flashing, lifted ridge caps — while there's time to fix them without emergency pricing. Check your homeowners policy for exclusions and the wind-hail deductible structure now, not after the storm. Keep the roof inspection report on file; adjusters use pre-loss documentation to anchor claim settlements.

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