Roofers in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

24 roofing companies are listed for Rio Rancho. Your request goes to one roofer, not five.

Short answer: None of the 24 roofers listed for Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho home runs $5,950–$13,175 at the local 0.85× cost index, and a metal roof $14,450–$34,000. NOAA's storm record for the county shows hail up to 1.75 in., so get an inspection after a big storm before you accept a quote.

A new asphalt roof in Rio Rancho runs $5,950 to $13,175

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

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Roofers in Rio Rancho, NM

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Who you can hire in Rio Rancho

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

The Rio Rancho roster, checked

  • Listed24
  • Licence number on file0
  • Matched in the state registry0

0 of 24 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 Rio Rancho

710 roofers

The Bureau of Labor Statistics counts about 710 people working as roofers in the Albuquerque, NM Metro Area, 61.2% of the 1,160 in New Mexico.

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 Rio Rancho are based

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

Listed roofers by home town

Roofers listed for Rio Rancho by the town they are based in
Based inMiles awayListedChecked
Rio Rancho, NMin town240

Nearby city pages

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

Rio Rancho in numbers

Source under each figure.

  • #208of 209Yearly rainfall (low end): Rio Rancho ranks #208 of 209.
  • #204of 209Share of homes built before 1980 (low end): Rio Rancho ranks #204 of 209.
  • #202of 209Damaging thunderstorm-wind days (low end): Rio Rancho ranks #202 of 209.
  • #20of 209Freeze-thaw days: Rio Rancho ranks #20 of 209.

Costliest storm day on record

Jul 31, 2018

6 reports that day (6 hail); reported property damage $500,000; county FIPS 35043, 2014–June 2026

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

Roofing trade around Rio Rancho

  • 9 county firms with payroll; 56% under 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $45,780 a year (Albuquerque, NM Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

When hail hits Rio Rancho

Sandoval County, 2014 to June 2026: NOAA hail reports.

Reports by month

Jan: 0 reports Jan Feb: 0 reports Feb Mar: 1 reports 1 Mar Apr: 0 reports Apr May: 9 reports 9 May Jun: 13 reports 13 Jun Jul: 18 reports 18 Jul Aug: 5 reports 5 Aug Sep: 4 reports 4 Sep Oct: 2 reports 2 Oct Nov: 0 reports Nov Dec: 0 reports Dec

July is the heaviest month in Sandoval County: 18 of 52 hail reports (35%). May to July is the busiest three-month run, at 77%.

Worst full year: 2018, with 9 reports and 1 day of 1.75 in hail or larger; 98% over the 5-report mean.

2 days of 1.75-inch hail or larger, across 2 of 11 full years; last one 2020.

Days with 1.75 in hail or larger, by year

Days per year with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Sandoval County 0 2014 0 2015 0 2016 0 2017 1 2018 0 2019 1 2020 0 2021 0 2022 0 2023 0 2024
Days per year with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Sandoval County
20140
20150
20160
20170
20181
20190
20201
20210
20220
20230
20240

Year by year

Hail in Sandoval 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
20141101.5″
20159201.25″
20166000.88″
20177201.1″
2018 (worst full year)9211.75″
20195101″
20206211.75″
20212201″
20221101″
20231000.88″
20243101″
2026 (to June)2000.75″

Shaded: worst full year.

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

Rio Rancho storm record: Sandoval County

NWS reports for Sandoval County, 2014–2026.

  • 1961Founded
  • 5,282 ft (1,610 m)Elevation

Reported hail locations, Sandoval County

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  • 201 to 1.74 in
  • 21.75 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.

22 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
July 31, 2018 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 6 Ponderosa
June 23, 2020 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 4 Pena Blanca
July 14, 2014 1.5 in, about the size of a ping-pong ball 1 La Jara
“Hail up to the size of golf balls slammed the area around Jemez Springs and Jemez Pueblo. Significant damage occurred to vehicles, windows, and crops. Damage amounts are estimated for dozens of vehicles.”
National Weather Service report, July 31, 2018
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last hail of 1.75 in or more

June 23, 2020

2 days like it since 2014.

Strongest tornado

EF0 · May 21, 2018

It stayed on the ground for 3.84 miles and was up to 20 yards wide.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

79 mph · September 17, 2024

Individual storm cells were able to transport high winds aloft to the surface in several locations across eastern NM, including Clayton, Nara Visa, San Jon, Santa Fe and Portales, NM.

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

Rio Rancho, New Mexico: City Hall Rio Rancho New Mexico
Rio Rancho, NM. Photo: AllenS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Sandoval County fact sheet for Rio Rancho 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 Sandoval County by decade built

Share of Sandoval County homes by decade built, percent 2.0% pre-1940 0.7% 1940s 1.8% 1950s 3.9% 1960s 12.2% 1970s 18.1% 1980s 19.0% 1990s 27.5% 2000s 13.3% 2010s 1.6% 2020+
Share of Sandoval County homes by decade built, percent
pre-19402.0%
1940s0.7%
1950s1.8%
1960s3.9%
1970s12.2%
1980s18.1%
1990s19.0%
2000s27.5%
2010s13.3%
2020+1.6%

59,759 homes, median built in 1996. 20.5% date from before 1980 and 15.0% from 2010 on; 83.6% are owner-occupied. The most common decade is the 2000s.

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

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Roofing services in Rio Rancho

One page per job, each opening with a Rio Rancho figure.

  • Roof Repair

    Median home built 2000; 101 freeze-thaw days a year, so cracks reopen.

  • Storm Damage Repair

    Top stone 1.75 in, 14 days of 1 in+ hail; bruises shingles unseen.

  • Emergency Roof Repair

    9 days at 58+ mph, top gust 79 mph; tarping crews still book up.

  • Roof Inspection

    13% of homes predate 1980; 82.2% are owner-occupied, so confirm the warranty clock.

  • Metal Roofing

    Median home $273,300; golf-ball hail on 2 days, so style and cost lead.

  • Flat Roof

    Ponding risk: 0.2 days a year with 1 in of rain, 10.2 in a year in total.

  • Commercial Roofing

    10% of units are multi-unit; 9 roofing firms with payroll in the county.

What a new roof costs in Rio Rancho

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

That typical price is about 3.5% of the median Rio Rancho home value ($273,300).

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

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Roofing in Rio Rancho: local conditions

Rio Rancho occupies high desert terrain in the rain shadow of the Sandia Mountains, receiving only 8.90 inches of annual precipitation. The record high of 111 F in July and record low of 4 F in December define a wide temperature swing that cycles roofing materials through repeated expansion and contraction, cracking aged sealants and loosening fasteners over time. Intense summer afternoon thunderstorms deliver hail that scours UV-degraded shingle granules, while relentless solar radiation at elevation accelerates asphalt oxidation. Flat and low-slope roofs common in desert construction are especially vulnerable to ponding from the episodic monsoon bursts that arrive July through September.

Rio Rancho's 104,046 residents (2020 census) form one of New Mexico's fastest-growing cities. The dominant employer is Intel Corporation, which operates Fab 11X -- one of the world's largest semiconductor fabrication plants, opened in 2002 as a multibillion-dollar facility. Intel's large workforce anchors middle-class homeownership and commercial construction demand. The city's rapid expansion means a significant share of the housing stock is relatively young, but desert UV stress compresses effective shingle lifespan, sustaining contractor demand ahead of typical schedule.

Roofing in Rio Rancho: questions

How much does roof replacement cost in Rio Rancho, NM?
$5,950 to $13,175 for asphalt shingles on a 2,000 sq ft house in Rio Rancho, typically $9,550, after a 0.85× local index. That is 3.5% of a $273,300 median home.
How do I find a reliable roofer in Rio Rancho?
24 roofers are listed for Rio Rancho. The Census counts 9 roofing firms with payroll in the county. A roofer's median pay is $45,780 a year.
How long does a roof replacement take in Rio Rancho?
A Rio Rancho asphalt re-roof takes 1 to 3 days. Storm weeks in Rio Rancho can affect scheduling; confirm timing with the contractor.
When is the best time to replace a roof in Rio Rancho?
July is the busiest hail month in Rio Rancho, 35% of the county's 52 hail reports. Reports run May to October. Booking before it gives Rio Rancho homeowners open crew dates.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Rio Rancho, NM?
New Mexico jurisdictions require one for a re-roof. In Rio Rancho, ask the city building office; your Rio Rancho contractor pulls it.
Will homeowners insurance cover roof damage in Rio Rancho?
Insurance in Rio Rancho covers sudden damage from hail, wind or a fallen tree, not age or wear. NOAA lists 36 county hail reports in 8 full years plus 2026 to June. File within a year of the storm.
How do I spot hail damage on a Rio Rancho roof?
Rio Rancho's county logged 14 days with hail of 1 inch or larger, the largest 1.75 inches. After one, check gutters for granules, dented vents and lifted shingles; a Rio Rancho roofer can document it for a claim.
What are the main weather stressors for roofs in Rio Rancho, NM?
Rio Rancho occupies high desert terrain in the rain shadow of the Sandia Mountains, receiving only 8.90 inches of annual precipitation.
What should I verify before hiring a roofing contractor in Rio Rancho?
New Mexico licenses roofing contractors under classification GS-21 (Construction Industries Division). Ask to see the roofer's state license and classification before you sign. 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 Rio Rancho-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 Rio Rancho, NM?
For a Rio Rancho home averaging 5 hail events per year, impact-resistant shingles (Class 3 or 4) are worth serious consideration. Standard architectural shingles can sustain cosmetic damage after moderate hail — which may or may not cross your policy deductible threshold. Class 4 materials reduce that gray zone. Ask contractors for the specific UL 2218 test rating, not just the marketing 'impact-resistant' label.
How often should I schedule professional roof inspections in Rio Rancho?
Most roofing professionals recommend a professional inspection every 2-3 years for roofs under 10 years old, and annually for roofs over 15 years old or following any significant weather event. In Rio Rancho's climate, the main intervals to target are late spring (after winter's stress) and fall (before rain season intensifies). Homeowners can also do a basic visual check from ground level after storms: look for missing shingles, displaced flashing, or granule accumulation in gutters. Interior signs — water stains on ceilings or attic insulation — indicate a leak that warrants immediate professional attention.

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