Roofers in Richmond, Virginia

30 roofing companies are listed for Richmond. Your request goes to one roofer, not five.

Short answer: None of the 30 roofers listed for Richmond 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 Richmond home runs $6,860–$15,190 at the local 0.98× cost index, and a metal roof $16,660–$39,200. NOAA's storm record for the county shows hail up to 1 in., so get an inspection after a big storm before you accept a quote.

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A new asphalt roof in Richmond runs $6,860 to $15,190

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

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Roofers in Richmond, VA

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

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Who you can hire in Richmond

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

The Richmond roster, checked

  • Listed30
  • Licence number on file0
  • Matched in the state registry0

0 of 30 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 Richmond

330 roofers

The Bureau of Labor Statistics counts about 330 people working as roofers in the Richmond, VA Metro Area, 15.9% of the 2,070 in Virginia.

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 Richmond are based, and where hail has landed

Every listed firm is based in Richmond; the ring is the 25-mile radius we use to match hail reports to the city. Each dot is one hail report from the National Weather Service in the last 90 days.

Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Hail: NOAA Storm Prediction Center local storm reports. Towns: our roster, Richmond ring = 25 miles.

Listed roofers by home town

Roofers listed for Richmond by the town they are based in
Based inMiles awayListedChecked
Richmond, VAin town300

Nearby city pages

1 hail report within 25 miles in the last 90 days; the largest measured 1.00″. The Richmond hail log lists them by date.

Richmond in numbers

Source under each figure.

  • #205of 209Largest hailstone on record (low end): Richmond ranks #205 of 209.
  • #204of 209Hail days of 1 inch or more (low end): Richmond ranks #204 of 209.
  • #196of 209Damaging thunderstorm-wind days (low end): Richmond ranks #196 of 209.
  • #33of 209Median home value: Richmond ranks #33 of 209.

Costliest storm day on record

Sep 17, 2018

5 reports that day (5 tornado); reported property damage $35,000; county FIPS 51760, 2014–June 2026

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

Roofing trade around Richmond

  • 14 county firms with payroll, about 194 workers; 29% under 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $48,050 a year (Richmond, VA Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Richmond storm record: Richmond (independent city)

NWS reports for Richmond (independent city), 2014–2026.

  • 1607Founded
  • 194 ft (59 m)Elevation

Reported hail locations, Richmond (independent city)

1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail Richmond
  • 31 to 1.74 in
  • 01.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 02.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 1 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

3 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 1, 2023 1 in, about the size of a quarter 2 Wellford
May 5, 2025 1 in, about the size of a quarter 1 Wellford
“Broadcast media reported quarter sized hail near Hull Street and Chippenham Parkway.”
National Weather Service report, May 5, 2025
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Strongest tornado

EF1 · September 17, 2018

It stayed on the ground for 4.0 miles and was up to 100 yards wide. An EF1 tornado touched down in the Stony Point area of the City of Richmond just south of West Huguenot Road. The tornado then tracked northward into Tuckahoe before lifting just south of Three Chopt Road.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

58 mph · February 21, 2014

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

Richmond, Virginia: Richmond, Virginia - Facing West (32664969852)
Richmond, VA. Photo: formulanone, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Richmond (independent city) fact sheet for Richmond 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 Richmond (independent city) by decade built

Share of Richmond (independent city) homes by decade built, percent 28.6% pre-1940 9.0% 1940s 14.1% 1950s 11.1% 1960s 8.7% 1970s 7.3% 1980s 5.7% 1990s 5.9% 2000s 8.6% 2010s 1.1% 2020+
Share of Richmond (independent city) homes by decade built, percent
pre-194028.6%
1940s9.0%
1950s14.1%
1960s11.1%
1970s8.7%
1980s7.3%
1990s5.7%
2000s5.9%
2010s8.6%
2020+1.1%

112,848 homes, median built in 1959. 71.5% date from before 1980 and 9.7% from 2010 on; 43.5% are owner-occupied. The most common decade is the pre-1940.

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

Insurance claim clocks in Virginia

WhoWhat has to happenTime limitStatute
InsurerAcknowledge your claim notice15 calendar days14VAC5-400-50 A
InsurerAccept or deny after your proof of loss, or say why more time is needed15 calendar days14VAC5-400-60 A
InsurerPay the amount of loss under the standard fire policy terms60 daysVa. Code §38.2-2105 (When loss payable)

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Roofing services in Richmond

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

  • Roof Repair

    Median home built 1959; 71 freeze-thaw days a year, so cracks reopen.

  • Storm Damage Repair

    Top stone 1 in, 2 days of 1 in+ hail; mostly small, wind still lifts shingles.

  • Emergency Roof Repair

    14 days at 58+ mph, top gust 58 mph; tarping crews still book up.

  • Roof Inspection

    71.5% of homes predate 1980; 43.5% are owner-occupied, so check old flashing first.

  • Metal Roofing

    Median home $328,100; golf-ball hail on 0 days, so style and cost lead.

  • Flat Roof

    Ponding risk: 8.6 days a year with 1 in of rain, 46.3 in a year in total.

  • Commercial Roofing

    48% of units are multi-unit; 14 roofing firms with payroll in the county.

What a new roof costs in Richmond

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

That typical price is about 3.4% of the median Richmond home value ($328,100).

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

Full Richmond cost guide by material →

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Hail near Richmond in the last 90 days

SPC reports within 25 miles: Richmond hail log · hail by city

DateLargest hailReportsDetails
2026-09-041.00″1Details

Near Richmond: 1 hail day, 1 report; biggest stone 1.00 in on September 4. Hidden bruising begins near 1 in. How to file a claim.

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Roofing in Richmond: local conditions

Richmond sits in a humid subtropical zone where roofs face a demanding full-spectrum stress cycle. The record high of 107 F on August 6, 1918 and record low of -12 F on January 19, 1940 bracket a wide range that drives relentless expansion and contraction in shingles and flashings. The city averages 10.5 inches of snowfall per season, enough to create ice-dam risk along cold eave edges. Annual rainfall near 45 inches adds persistent moisture load, and coastal storm systems push well inland: in 2004 remnants of Hurricane Gaston dumped up to 12 inches of rain on the downtown area, causing extensive flood damage that overwhelmed drainage and saturated roof decks throughout the region.

Richmond's 226,610 residents (2020 census) anchor a diversified economy with Fortune 500 headquarters including Dominion Energy, Altria, and CarMax. That corporate density supports a large base of commercial and institutional roofing demand alongside an active residential replacement market driven by the city's mix of pre-war housing stock and newer suburban development. Insurance-driven hail and storm-damage claims have grown as tropical storm remnants increasingly reach the region, sustaining steady contractor activity year-round.

Roofing in Richmond: questions

How much does roof replacement cost in Richmond, VA?
$6,860 to $15,190 for asphalt shingles on a 2,000 sq ft house in Richmond, typically $11,000, after a 0.98× local index. That is 3.4% of a $328,100 median home.
How do I find a reliable roofer in Richmond?
30 roofers are listed for Richmond. The Census counts 14 roofing firms with payroll in the county. A roofer's median pay is $48,050 a year.
How long does a roof replacement take in Richmond?
A Richmond asphalt re-roof takes 1 to 3 days.
When is the best time to replace a roof in Richmond?
Virginia crews are open most of the year, and off-season dates in Richmond often come sooner.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Richmond, VA?
Virginia jurisdictions require one for a re-roof. In Richmond, ask the city building office; your Richmond contractor pulls it.
Will homeowners insurance cover roof damage in Richmond?
Insurance in Richmond covers sudden damage from hail, wind or a fallen tree, not age or wear. File within a year of the storm.
How do I spot hail damage on a Richmond roof?
Richmond's county logged 2 days with hail of 1 inch or larger, the largest 1 inches. After one, check gutters for granules, dented vents and lifted shingles; a Richmond roofer can document it for a claim.
What roofing challenges are most common for Richmond, VA homeowners?
Richmond sits in a humid subtropical zone where roofs face a demanding full-spectrum stress cycle. The record high of 107 F on August 6, 1918 and record low of -12 F on January 19, 1940 bracket a wide range that drives relentless expansion and contraction in shingles and flashings. While severe hail is less frequent here than in Tornado Alley states, cumulative UV damage, seasonal temperature swings, and moisture intrusion from heavy rain events are the primary long-term roof stressors. Regular inspection every 2-3 years is the best preventive measure.
Does VA require roofing contractors to be licensed?
Virginia contractor license required for jobs over $1,000. 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 Richmond contractors.
Are impact-resistant or wind-rated shingles worth it in Richmond, VA?
Richmond's exposure to tropical systems makes wind-rated roofing materials a practical consideration. Florida Building Code-style enhanced fastening patterns (using 6 nails per shingle rather than 4) and synthetic underlayment with a secondary water barrier can significantly reduce damage from wind-driven rain — the leading cause of interior damage in tropical events even on roofs that remain intact. While Class 4 hail impact ratings are less critical here than in Tornado Alley, wind uplift resistance ratings matter. Ask contractors about deck attachment details and ridge vent wind resistance when evaluating bids for a re-roof project.
How should Richmond homeowners prepare their roof before hurricane season?
Before hurricane season opens in Richmond, 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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ZIP codes served: 23219, 23223, 23230, 23226, 23234

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