Roofers in Macon, Georgia

27 roofing companies are listed for Macon. Your request goes to one roofer, not five.

Short answer: None of the 27 roofers listed for Macon has a license match on the state registry yet, so ask any roofer for a license number and look it up before you sign. A standard asphalt re-roof on a 2,000 sq ft Macon home runs $5,880–$13,020 at the local 0.84× cost index, and a metal roof $14,280–$33,600. NOAA's storm record for the county shows hail up to 2 in., so get an inspection after a big storm before you accept a quote.

A new asphalt roof in Macon runs $5,880 to $13,020

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

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Roofers in Macon, GA

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

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Who you can hire in Macon

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

The Macon roster, checked

  • Listed27
  • Licence number on file0
  • Matched in the state registry0

0 of 27 listed firms have a licence number on file (0%). None has been matched in the official state registry yet, so no firm here carries the Verified badge. 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 Macon

40 roofers

The Bureau of Labor Statistics counts about 40 people working as roofers in the Macon-Bibb County, GA Metro Area, 1.9% of the 2,160 in Georgia.

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 Macon are based

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

Listed roofers by home town

Roofers listed for Macon by the town they are based in
Based inMiles awayListedChecked
Macon, GAin town270

Nearby city pages

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

Macon in numbers

Source under each figure.

  • #196of 209Hail days of 1 inch or more (low end): Macon ranks #196 of 209.

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2018 to 2023 1 2018 1 2019 1 2022 1 2023
Hail events per year in the county, 2018 to 2023
20181
20191
20221
20231

4 recorded events across 4 years represented in the data. 2018 had the most events among represented full years: 1.

Years without a data row: 2020, 2021. Missing rows are not treated as zero; no annual average is shown.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2018–2023

Costliest storm day on record

Mar 3, 2019

3 reports that day (1 hail, 1 wind, 1 tornado); reported property damage $2,120,000; county FIPS 13021, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Macon

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 1 Mar 1 Apr 0 May 1 Jun 0 Jul 1 Aug 1 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar1
Apr1
May0
Jun1
Jul0
Aug1
Sep1
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

Most hail reports come in March; 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 Macon

  • 13 county firms with payroll, about 118 workers; 62% under 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $46,030 a year (Macon-Bibb County, GA Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Macon storm record: Bibb County

NWS reports for Bibb County, 2014–2026.

Reported hail locations, Bibb County

1 in hail1 in hail1.75 in hail1.75 in hail2 in hail Macon
  • 21 to 1.74 in
  • 31.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 02.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 2 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

5 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 3, 2019 2 in, about the size of a hen egg 1 Skipperton · $2 million damage
April 25, 2015 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 1 Skipperton · $2 million damage
June 24, 2022 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 1 Walden
“The Bibb County Emergency Manager reported golf ball to lime size hail on the south side of Macon from around the intersection of Allen Road and Houston Road to the Middle Georgia Regional Airport.”
National Weather Service report, March 3, 2019
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last hail of 1.75 in or more

June 24, 2022

3 days like it since 2014.

Strongest tornado

EF1 · April 13, 2020

It stayed on the ground for 3.68 miles and was up to 300 yards wide. A tornado briefly touched down in Macon as a line of severe storms moved through the city. The tornado first touched down on Edgewater Drive causing a tree to fall onto a house.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

69 mph · May 14, 2014

The Bibb County 911 Center reported that numerous trees and powerlines were downed in Macon. Two of the large trees blew onto powerlines at Eisenhower and Pine Avenues.

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

Bibb County fact sheet for Macon 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 Bibb County by decade built

Share of Bibb County homes by decade built, percent 8.9% pre-1940 5.1% 1940s 13.0% 1950s 14.1% 1960s 14.5% 1970s 12.4% 1980s 13.1% 1990s 10.7% 2000s 7.5% 2010s 0.7% 2020+
Share of Bibb County homes by decade built, percent
pre-19408.9%
1940s5.1%
1950s13.0%
1960s14.1%
1970s14.5%
1980s12.4%
1990s13.1%
2000s10.7%
2010s7.5%
2020+0.7%

71,869 homes, median built in 1976. 55.7% date from before 1980 and 8.1% from 2010 on; 51.5% are owner-occupied. The most common decade is the 1970s.

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

Insurance claim clocks in Georgia

WhoWhat has to happenTime limitStatute
InsurerAcknowledge receipt of your claim15 daysGa. Comp. R. & Regs. 120-2-52-.03(1)
InsurerAccept or deny after your completed proof of loss (fire or extended coverage policies)60 daysGa. Comp. R. & Regs. 120-2-52-.03(3)
InsurerTender payment once coverage is confirmed and the full amount is not in dispute10 daysGa. Comp. R. & Regs. 120-2-52-.03(4)

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Roofing services in Macon

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

  • Roof Repair

    Median home built 1976; 33 freeze-thaw days a year, so frost wear adds up.

  • Storm Damage Repair

    Top stone 2 in, 5 days of 1 in+ hail; bruises shingles unseen.

  • Emergency Roof Repair

    39 days at 58+ mph, top gust 69 mph; ask crews about same-day tarping.

  • Roof Inspection

    55.7% of homes predate 1980; 51.5% are owner-occupied, so check old flashing first.

  • Metal Roofing

    Median home $165,800; golf-ball hail on 3 days, so style and cost lead.

  • Flat Roof

    Ponding risk: 8.6 days a year with 1 in of rain, 46.9 in a year in total.

  • Commercial Roofing

    32% of units are multi-unit; 13 roofing firms with payroll in the county.

What a new roof costs in Macon

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

That typical price is about 5.7% of the median Macon home value ($165,800).

Source: Census ACS (Macon-Bibb County) · data as of 2019–2023

Full Macon cost guide by material →

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Roofing in Macon: local conditions

Macon sits in central Georgia where its position in the Piedmont exposes it to squall lines and bow echo thunderstorm systems tracking from the west that deliver damaging straight-line winds of 55-75 mph. Hail is less frequent than in Appalachian transition zones, but the city is occasionally brushed by weak tropical systems that bring sustained tropical-storm-force winds from the south.

Macon's historic architecture — including significant antebellum and Victorian-era housing stock — creates specialty demand for steep-slope and architectural shingle work that commands a premium over standard replacements. Middle Georgia's modest economic base keeps overall pricing competitive, attracting homeowners from smaller surrounding towns for regional contractor services.

Roofing in Macon: questions

How much does roof replacement cost in Macon, GA?
$5,880 to $13,020 for asphalt shingles on a 2,000 sq ft house in Macon, typically $9,450, after a 0.84× local index. That is 5.7% of a $165,800 median home.
How do I find a reliable roofer in Macon?
27 roofers are listed for Macon. The Census counts 13 roofing firms with payroll in the county. A roofer's median pay is $46,030 a year.
How long does a roof replacement take in Macon?
A Macon asphalt re-roof takes 1 to 3 days. Storm weeks in Macon can affect scheduling; confirm timing with the contractor.
When is the best time to replace a roof in Macon?
March is the busiest hail month in Macon, 20% of the county's 5 hail reports. Reports run March to September. Booking before it gives Macon homeowners open crew dates.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Macon, GA?
Georgia jurisdictions require one for a re-roof. In Macon, ask the city building office; your Macon contractor pulls it.
Will homeowners insurance cover roof damage in Macon?
Insurance in Macon covers sudden damage from hail, wind or a fallen tree, not age or wear. NOAA lists 4 county hail reports in 4 years. File within a year of the storm.
How do I spot hail damage on a Macon roof?
Macon's county logged 5 days with hail of 1 inch or larger, the largest 2 inches. After one, check gutters for granules, dented vents and lifted shingles; a Macon roofer can document it for a claim.
What are the main weather stressors for roofs in Macon, GA?
Macon sits in central Georgia where its position in the Piedmont exposes it to squall lines and bow echo thunderstorm systems tracking from the west that deliver damaging straight-line winds of 55-75 mph.
What should I verify before hiring a roofing contractor in Macon?
Georgia residential contractor license may apply to jobs over $2,500 (State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors). Ask the roofer whether the job needs a state license, then confirm it with the licensing board. Ask for proof of general liability insurance (minimum $1 million per occurrence is typical) and workers' compensation coverage. Verify local business registration and request references from recent Macon-area jobs. Be cautious of door-to-door contractors appearing immediately after storms — legitimate local firms are established businesses with verifiable track records, not transient crews that arrived with the storm.
Are impact-resistant shingles worth the cost in Macon, GA?
Possibly. With 2 hail days per year and a medium storm profile, Class 3 or Class 4 impact-resistant shingles make economic sense in Macon. The 10–20% price premium at installation is often offset over a 20-year period by fewer borderline-damage events that would otherwise require out-of-pocket repairs under a high deductible. Some GA carriers also offer modest premium reductions for Class 4 roofs — worth asking about at renewal.
How should Macon homeowners prepare their roofs before severe weather season?
Before severe weather season opens in Macon, 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.