Roofers in Roanoke, Virginia

28 roofing companies are listed for Roanoke. Your request goes to one roofer, not five.

Short answer: None of the 28 roofers listed for Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 2 in., so get an inspection after a big storm before you accept a quote.

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

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

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Roofers in Roanoke, VA

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Who you can hire in Roanoke

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

The Roanoke roster, checked

  • Listed28
  • Licence number on file0
  • Matched in the state registry0

0 of 28 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 Roanoke

90 roofers

The Bureau of Labor Statistics counts about 90 people working as roofers in the Roanoke, VA Metro Area, 4.3% 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 Roanoke are based

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

Listed roofers by home town

Roofers listed for Roanoke by the town they are based in
Based inMiles awayListedChecked
Roanoke, VAin town280

Nearby city pages

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

Roanoke in numbers

Source under each figure.

  • #207of 209Damaging thunderstorm-wind days (low end): Roanoke ranks #207 of 209.
  • #206of 209Hail days of 1 inch or more (low end): Roanoke ranks #206 of 209.
  • #23of 209Share of homes built before 1980: Roanoke ranks #23 of 209.
  • #30of 209Freeze-thaw days: Roanoke ranks #30 of 209.

Roofing trade around Roanoke

  • 8 county firms with payroll; 38% under 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $46,280 a year (Roanoke, VA Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Roanoke storm record: Roanoke (independent city)

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

  • 1852Founded
  • 974 ft (297 m)Elevation
  • Roanoke RiverNamed after

Reported hail locations, Roanoke (independent city)

2 in hail Roanoke
  • 01 to 1.74 in
  • 11.75 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.

1 report 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
August 1, 2019 2 in, about the size of a hen egg 1 Roanoke
July 23, 2023 0.88 in, about the size of a nickel 1 Roanoke
“Large and damaging hail up to two inches in diameter fell across portions of southwest Roanoke City, including Grandin Court. Some cars were damaged by the hail.”
National Weather Service report, August 1, 2019
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last hail of 1.75 in or more

August 1, 2019

1 day like it since 2014.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

63 mph · August 15, 2016

Thunderstorm winds blew several trees down on Norway Avenue, additional trees were blown down on the west side of the City of Roanoke in the Norwood Forest region, between Greenridge Road and Peters Creek Road. One tree fell on a home causing minor damage.

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

Roanoke, Virginia: Roanoke Virginia Downtown
Roanoke, VA. Photo: SchuminWeb (Ben Schumin), CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

Share of Roanoke (independent city) homes by decade built, percent 25.1% pre-1940 10.1% 1940s 17.2% 1950s 11.9% 1960s 12.5% 1970s 8.2% 1980s 6.2% 1990s 5.5% 2000s 3.0% 2010s 0.3% 2020+
Share of Roanoke (independent city) homes by decade built, percent
pre-194025.1%
1940s10.1%
1950s17.2%
1960s11.9%
1970s12.5%
1980s8.2%
1990s6.2%
2000s5.5%
2010s3.0%
2020+0.3%

48,931 homes, median built in 1959. 76.8% date from before 1980 and 3.3% from 2010 on; 51.7% 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 Roanoke

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

  • Roof Repair

    Median home built 1959; 98 freeze-thaw days a year, so cracks reopen.

  • Storm Damage Repair

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

  • Emergency Roof Repair

    6 days at 58+ mph, top gust 63 mph; tarping crews still book up.

  • Roof Inspection

    76.8% of homes predate 1980; 51.7% are owner-occupied, so check old flashing first.

  • Metal Roofing

    Median home $180,500; golf-ball hail on 1 days, so style and cost lead.

  • Flat Roof

    Ponding risk: 6.5 days a year with 1 in of rain, 43.1 in a year in total.

  • Commercial Roofing

    35% of units are multi-unit; 8 roofing firms with payroll in the county.

What a new roof costs in Roanoke

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

That typical price is about 6.1% of the median Roanoke home value ($180,500).

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

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Roofing in Roanoke: local conditions

Roanoke sits in a Blue Ridge valley where roofs face a wide range of stressors across four distinct seasons. Average winter snowfall is 14.8 inches, with extremes reaching 62.7 inches in the 1959-60 season and a single storm dropping 17 inches in December 2009. The record low of -12 F on December 30, 1917 illustrates freeze-thaw risk to sealants and flashing. Summers push past 90 F on about 30 days per year, with a record high of 105 F on August 21, 1983, accelerating UV degradation. Flooding from tropical remnants is also a documented hazard: Hurricane Juan caused ten drowning deaths on November 4, 1985, and Hurricane Michael remnants brought over five inches of rain in fall 2018, stressing drainage systems and roof penetrations.

Roanoke had a 2020 census population of 100,011, making it the eighth-largest city in Virginia. Healthcare dominates the employer base: Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Carilion Services, and related entities each employ more than 1,000 people. Roanoke City Public Schools and the City of Roanoke itself also each top 1,000 employees. The stable public-sector and healthcare economy supports steady residential re-roofing demand, while the region's aging housing stock and history of severe weather events sustain replacement cycles.

Roofing in Roanoke: questions

How much does roof replacement cost in Roanoke, VA?
$6,860 to $15,190 for asphalt shingles on a 2,000 sq ft house in Roanoke, typically $11,000, after a 0.98× local index. That is 6.1% of a $180,500 median home.
How do I find a reliable roofer in Roanoke?
28 roofers are listed for Roanoke. The Census counts 8 roofing firms with payroll in the county. A roofer's median pay is $46,280 a year.
How long does a roof replacement take in Roanoke?
A Roanoke asphalt re-roof takes 1 to 3 days.
When is the best time to replace a roof in Roanoke?
Virginia crews are open most of the year, and off-season dates in Roanoke often come sooner.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Roanoke, VA?
Virginia jurisdictions require one for a re-roof. In Roanoke, ask the city building office; your Roanoke contractor pulls it.
Will homeowners insurance cover roof damage in Roanoke?
Insurance in Roanoke 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 Roanoke roof?
Roanoke's county logged 1 days with hail of 1 inch or larger, the largest 2 inches. After one, check gutters for granules, dented vents and lifted shingles; a Roanoke roofer can document it for a claim.
What roofing challenges are most common for Roanoke, VA homeowners?
Roanoke sits in a Blue Ridge valley where roofs face a wide range of stressors across four distinct seasons. Average winter snowfall is 14.8 inches, with extremes reaching 62.7 inches in the 1959-60 season and a single storm dropping 17 inches in December 2009. The record low of -12 F on December 30 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 Roanoke contractors.
Are impact-resistant or wind-rated shingles worth it in Roanoke, VA?
Roanoke'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 Roanoke homeowners prepare their roof before severe weather season?
For Roanoke homeowners facing an active severe weather season, the preparation checklist matters. Pre-season (by May): inspect for loose shingles, failing flashing, and any soft decking; trim overhanging limbs. Know your insurance: confirm your policy includes replacement cost coverage, not actual cash value. During storm season: after any significant weather event or derecho passage, inspect for missing shingles, dented metal components, and debris-impact marks before filing a claim.

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