Monroe, LA · Metal Roofing

Metal Roofing Contractors in Monroe, Louisiana

Compare metal roofing options and ask each company about its experience. 24 local roofers listed.

Short answer: A metal roof in Monroe costs about $14,960–$35,200 for a 2,000 sq ft home at the local 0.88× cost index: panels start near $14,960, standing seam tops out near $35,200, and either lasts 40–70 years. In Monroe: 7 days with hail 1.75 inch+ (golf ball). Ask any roofer for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

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  • 7days with hail 1.75 inch+ (golf ball)
  • 84days a year at 90°F or hotter
  • $174,800median home value
  • 96 mphstrongest gust reported

How much life is left in my Monroe roof?

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

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Metal roofing handles Monroe's freeze-thaw cycles without the granule loss and cracking that aging asphalt shingles show here — it simply has no granules to lose and far fewer seams to work open. Costs in Monroe 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. Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors license required — verify your contractor's status before signing.

Monroe in numbers

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

  • #10of 209Monroe ranks #10 of the 209 cities we cover for yearly rainfall.

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2018 to 2026* 1 2018 4 2019 4 2020 7 2021 3 2022 11 2023 1 2024 9 2025 3 2026*
Hail events per year in the county, 2018 to 2026*
20181
20194
20204
20217
20223
202311
20241
20259
2026*3

43 recorded events across 8 full years plus 2026 to June represented in the data, about 5.0 per represented full year. 2023 had the most events among represented full years: 11.

2026 covers only January to June: NOAA's file ends there, so it is not counted as the worst year or in the yearly average.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2018–2026*

Costliest storm day on record

Apr 12, 2020

8 reports that day (3 hail, 3 tornado, 2 wind); reported property damage $250,775,000; county FIPS 22073, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Monroe

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 1 Jan 1 Feb 7 Mar 21 Apr 10 May 2 Jun 1 Jul 0 Aug 0 Sep 0 Oct 1 Nov 12 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan1
Feb1
Mar7
Apr21
May10
Jun2
Jul1
Aug0
Sep0
Oct0
Nov1
Dec12

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

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

Roofing trade around Monroe

  • 15 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 155 people; 53% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $48,450 a year (Monroe, LA Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Monroe storm record: Ouachita Parish

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

  • 1785Founded
  • 72 ft (22 m)Elevation

Where hail of 1 inch or more was reported in Ouachita Parish

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  • 361 to 1.74 in
  • 111.75 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.

47 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
December 9, 2023 2.5 in, about the size of a tennis ball 9 Phillips
March 18, 2016 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 5 Lock Arbor
June 8, 2014 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 1 Deshard
“Hen egg to tennis ball size hail was reported in the Thatcher Point subdivision south of Sterlington.”
National Weather Service report, December 9, 2023
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

April 22, 2025

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 7 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF3 · April 12, 2020

It stayed on the ground for 8.01 miles and was up to 300 yards wide. An EF-3 tornado with estimated maximum winds near 140 mph touched down at the corner of Fern Street and Brown Street in the Brownsville-Bawcomville community.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

96 mph · May 6, 2025

An intense bowing squall line of thunderstorms raced eastward at around 60 mph across the southern portion of Ouachita Parish Louisiana, producing widespread damaging wind gusts of 60 to 90+ mph with isolated peak gusts estimated to be up to 95 mph.

What it means for metal roofing

Hail up to 2.5 inches has been reported in Ouachita Parish. 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 Monroe

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

That typical price is about 14.4% of the median Monroe home value ($174,800).

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

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What Monroe's climate means for metal roofing

  • 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 Monroe.
  • Reflective metal and cool-roof coatings cut attic heat gain under Monroe's intense sun, trimming summer cooling bills where dark asphalt just bakes.

Roofers in Monroe, LA

24 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 Monroe: questions

How do I find a metal roofing company in Monroe?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Monroe, LA. 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.
Will insurance pay for storm-related metal roofing in Monroe?
Coverage, deductibles and reporting deadlines depend on your policy and circumstances. Document damage safely, contact your insurer promptly and ask for a written repair scope. This directory cannot determine coverage.
How big does hail get near Monroe?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Monroe measured 2.5 inches, about the size of a tennis ball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 20 days in the same record. The biggest day was December 9, 2023, with 9 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 Monroe?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model metal roof at $14,960 to $35,200 in Monroe, around $25,100 in the middle. That is about 14.4% of the median home value of $174,800. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
When is hail season in Monroe?
April is the worst month: 38% of the 56 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from March to December. Book the inspection before March, while crews still have open dates.
How old are the homes in Monroe, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Monroe was built in 1971, and 65.9% 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 31 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
How many roofing companies work around Monroe?
The Census Bureau counts 15 roofing companies with payroll in Ouachita Parish, employing about 155 people. 53.3% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $48,450 a year (BLS).
How does metal roofing perform through Monroe's freeze-thaw cycles?
Freeze-thaw cycling is hard on any roof material that expands and contracts through the season. Metal panels do expand and contract too, but standing-seam profiles float on clips that accommodate thermal movement without stressing fasteners. Asphalt shingles, by contrast, become brittle as sealant strips weaken and tabs lift — which is why most Monroe roof repairs in spring trace to shingles that froze partially open over winter. Metal eliminates that failure mode.
How do I find a qualified metal roofing contractor in Monroe?
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. Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors license required. PickARoofer lists Monroe-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 Louisiana?
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.