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Flat Roof Contractors in Jacksonville, North Carolina

Commercial or residential flat roof — compare local roofing companies. 21 local roofers listed, 4 verified.

Short answer: Flat and low-slope roofs in Jacksonville are usually TPO ($5.50–$9 a sq ft installed), EPDM ($4.50–$8) or modified bitumen ($3–$7); the membrane lasts 15–25 years, mostly decided by how well the drains are kept clear. In Jacksonville: 11.5 heavy-rain days a year (1 inch+). 4 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 Jacksonville in numbers
  • 11.5heavy-rain days a year (1 inch+)
  • 58.6 inrain a year
  • 35days a year at 90°F or hotter
  • 32%of homes are not single-family houses

How much life is left in my Jacksonville roof?

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

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Flat roofs in Jacksonville take the hardest hit from freeze-thaw cycling: water that infiltrates a membrane seam freezes, expands, and opens the joint further each winter — heat-welded TPO seams hold up better than taped or adhered laps in this climate. Common flat roof systems in Jacksonville include TPO (heat-welded, energy-efficient), EPDM (durable rubber membrane), and modified bitumen — each with different cost, longevity, and maintenance profiles worth discussing with a local contractor.

Jacksonville in numbers

Public records for Jacksonville, not estimates. Each figure shows its source.

  • #18of 209Jacksonville ranks #18 of the 209 cities we cover for yearly rainfall.
  • #169of 209Jacksonville ranks #169 of the 209 cities we cover for largest hailstone on record (low end).
  • #165of 209Jacksonville ranks #165 of the 209 cities we cover for share of homes built before 1980 (low end).
  • #158of 209Jacksonville ranks #158 of the 209 cities we cover for hail days of 1 inch or more (low end).

When storms hit Jacksonville

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 6 Mar 5 Apr 9 May 11 Jun 3 Jul 0 Aug 1 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar6
Apr5
May9
Jun11
Jul3
Aug0
Sep1
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

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

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

Roofing trade around Jacksonville

  • 4 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 36 people.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $47,530 a year (Jacksonville, NC Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Jacksonville storm record: Onslow County

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

  • 1757Founded
  • 16 ft (5 m)Elevation

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

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  • 221 to 1.74 in
  • 31.75 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.

25 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
March 22, 2014 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 6 Swansboro
April 23, 2025 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 3 (Oaj)Ellis Fld Jacks
June 24, 2018 1.5 in, about the size of a ping-pong ball 4 Catherine Lake
“Golf ball size hail was reported in the Back Swamp area near the Richlands Airport.”
National Weather Service report, April 23, 2025
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

April 23, 2025

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

EF1 · May 24, 2024

It stayed on the ground for 8.84 miles and was up to 150 yards wide. The damage path started east of Highway 17 and Verona, along|Verona Road near Mill Run where the worst of the damage occurred.|Multiple softwood trees were snapped and were blown across Verona|Road making it nearly impassable.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

81 mph · April 13, 2020

A concentrated area of damage was observed approximately one half mile|to the east of a confirmed EF-1 tornado that moved through Haws Run. The|damage observed was consistent with that of a microburst from the same|storm that produced the tornado just to the west.

What it means for flat roof

Flat and low-slope roofs hold hail on the surface instead of letting it bounce. With 1.75-inch hail on record in Onslow County, ask what membrane and cover board the contractor specifies.

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

What it costs in Jacksonville

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

That typical price is about 5.3% of the median Jacksonville home value ($191,700).

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

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What Jacksonville's climate means for flat roof

  • Jacksonville's freeze-thaw cycling works open membrane seams and flashing laps — heat-welded TPO seams outlast taped or adhered ones in this climate.
  • On Jacksonville's coast, fully-adhered or mechanically-fastened membranes resist wind uplift far better than ballasted systems a storm can scatter.

Roofers in Jacksonville, NC

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

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

Flat Roof in Jacksonville: questions

How do I find a flat roof company in Jacksonville?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Jacksonville, NC. This is a general roofing directory; confirm flat roof 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 Jacksonville?
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.
When is hail season in Jacksonville?
June is the worst month: 31% of the 35 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from March to July. Book the inspection before March, while crews still have open dates.
How big does hail get near Jacksonville?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Jacksonville measured 1.75 inches, about the size of a golf ball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 10 days in the same record. The biggest day was March 22, 2014, with 6 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 old are the homes in Jacksonville, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Jacksonville was built in 1992, and 36.9% 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 34 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
What does roofing cost in Jacksonville?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model asphalt-shingle re-roof at $6,370 to $14,105 in Jacksonville, around $10,250 in the middle. That is about 5.3% of the median home value of $191,700. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
How many roofing companies work around Jacksonville?
The Census Bureau counts 4 roofing companies with payroll in Onslow County, employing about 36 people. A roofer's median pay is $47,530 a year (BLS).
What flat roof problems are most common in Jacksonville's climate?
Freeze-thaw cycling attacks flat roof seams and flashing laps: water that infiltrates a membrane joint freezes, expands, and pries the joint further open each cycle. Heat-welded TPO seams are much more resistant to this than taped EPDM laps or torch-applied modified bitumen that relied on adhesion alone. After an ice season in Jacksonville, inspect all penetrations — HVAC curbs, plumbing vents, drains — where differential movement concentrates stress and where most freeze-thaw leaks start.
What is the difference between TPO, EPDM, and modified bitumen for Jacksonville properties?
TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) uses heat-welded seams and a white reflective surface — the current industry standard for new commercial and residential flat roofs, best for energy efficiency. EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) is a rubber membrane installed with taped or adhesive seams — very durable and forgiving, widely used on residential flat roofs for decades. Modified bitumen is a reinforced asphalt sheet applied by torch or cold adhesive — economical and familiar to many local Jacksonville contractors, though it runs warmer than TPO and may require more frequent coating. Cost, pitch, and building type typically dictate the right choice — a Jacksonville flat-roof specialist can walk you through the tradeoffs for your specific structure.
Do I need a permit for flat roof in North Carolina?
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.