Rock Hill, SC · Roof Repair

Roof Repair Contractors in Rock Hill, South Carolina

Leak or damaged shingles? Request a quote and confirm availability with the roofer. 27 local roofers listed.

Short answer: Small roof repairs (a few shingles, flashing, a patch) usually cost $300–$1,000, and larger sections $1,500–$4,500; if the roof is over 20 years old or repairs pass half the price of a new roof, replacing costs less in the long run. These are national ranges, not Rock Hill quotes. In Rock Hill: 1995 median year homes were built. Ask any roofer for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

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  • 1995median year homes were built
  • 33.2%of homes built before 1980
  • 51freeze-thaw days a year
  • 19hail days (1 inch+), 2014–2026

How much life is left in my Rock Hill roof?

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

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Roof repair in Rock Hill tends to start small — a few cracked shingles, loose flashing around a chimney, or granule loss on a south-facing slope — and stays small if caught early. Minor repairs in Rock Hill run a few hundred dollars for localized damage; larger scopes covering multiple damaged sections or re-decking work cost more and may warrant comparing repair cost against a full replacement estimate.

Rock Hill in numbers

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

  • #176of 209Rock Hill ranks #176 of the 209 cities we cover for share of homes built before 1980 (low end).
  • #51of 209Rock Hill ranks #51 of the 209 cities we cover for damaging thunderstorm-wind days.

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2018 to 2025 4 2018 2 2019 2 2020 1 2021 9 2022 2 2023 4 2024 5 2025
Hail events per year in the county, 2018 to 2025
20184
20192
20202
20211
20229
20232
20244
20255

29 recorded events across 8 years represented in the data, about 3.6 per represented full year. 2022 had the most events among represented full years: 9.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2018–2025

Costliest storm day on record

Apr 20, 2024

6 reports that day (4 hail, 2 wind); reported property damage $26,500,000; county FIPS 45091, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Rock Hill

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 5 Mar 9 Apr 17 May 10 Jun 2 Jul 2 Aug 1 Sep 1 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar5
Apr9
May17
Jun10
Jul2
Aug2
Sep1
Oct1
Nov0
Dec0

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

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

Roofing trade around Rock Hill

  • 15 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 95 people; 80% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $48,410 a year (Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Rock Hill storm record: York County

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

  • 1852Founded
  • 676 ft (206 m)Elevation

Where hail of 1 inch or more was reported in York County

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  • 251 to 1.74 in
  • 81.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 12.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 2.75 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

34 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 20, 2024 2.75 in, about the size of a baseball 4 York · $25 million damage
May 23, 2014 2 in, about the size of a hen egg 5 Ft Mill · $4 million damage
May 6, 2022 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 3 Mc Connells
“Multiple sources reported an almost continuous swath of very large hail ranging from 2-inch diameter up to baseball size from the city of York through the city of Rock Hill.”
National Weather Service report, April 20, 2024
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

June 25, 2025

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 5 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF1 · May 22, 2020

It stayed on the ground for 6.49 miles and was up to 200 yards wide. NWS storm survey found that an EF1 tornado that began just southeast of Blacksburg in Cherokee County crossed into York County in Kings Mountain National Military Park crossing Piedmont Rd and Park Rd before moving out of the park in the area around Highway 161 N and Whitworth Rd.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

92 mph · April 20, 2024

Within a larger swath of wind damage, an especially intense downburst producing wind gusts of around 90 mph developed over the city of Rock Hill. Mostly minor structural damage due solely to wind occurred to hundreds of structures, mainly just south of the city center.

What it means for roof repair

Hail up to 2.75 inches has been reported in York County. Hail bruises and cracked shingles often show up weeks later as leaks, so a repair quote here should start with an inspection of the whole slope, not only the spot that drips.

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

What it costs in Rock Hill

Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, adjusted for Rock Hill labor and material prices. Your quote depends on roof size, pitch and scope.

That typical price is about 3.7% of the median Rock Hill home value ($267,400).

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

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Roofers in Rock Hill, SC

27 listed, first 20 shown. Roofers we verified against a public registry come first.

This list covers roofing companies generally. Confirm roof repair experience, materials, insurance and current availability with each company. A Verified badge refers to the registry check, not a confirmed specialty.

Roof Repair in Rock Hill: questions

How do I find a roof repair company in Rock Hill?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Rock Hill, SC. This is a general roofing directory; confirm roof repair 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.
Should I repair or fully re-roof in Rock Hill?
Ask a roofer to document the damage and compare a written repair scope with a replacement estimate. Roof condition, remaining life, materials and the extent of damage affect the decision. Confirm any inspection fee before booking.
How old are the homes in Rock Hill, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Rock Hill was built in 1995, and 33.2% 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 51 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
What does roofing cost in Rock Hill?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model asphalt-shingle re-roof at $6,230 to $13,795 in Rock Hill, around $10,000 in the middle. That is about 3.7% of the median home value of $267,400. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
When is hail season in Rock Hill?
May is the worst month: 36% of the 47 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from March to August. Book the inspection before March, while crews still have open dates.
How many roofing companies work around Rock Hill?
The Census Bureau counts 15 roofing companies with payroll in York County, employing about 95 people. 80% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $48,410 a year (BLS).
How big does hail get near Rock Hill?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Rock Hill measured 2.75 inches, about the size of a baseball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 19 days in the same record. The biggest day was April 20, 2024, with 4 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 roof repair typically cost in Rock Hill?
Minor Rock Hill roof repairs — sealing flashing around a chimney, replacing a few missing shingles, patching a small leak area — typically run a few hundred dollars. Larger scopes covering multiple damaged sections, replacing valley flashing, or patching decking run higher and may approach the threshold where comparing repair cost against a partial or full replacement makes sense. Get a written estimate that breaks out materials, labor, and any underlayment work separately so quotes are comparable.
How do I know if a Rock Hill roof repair will hold, or if I need a full replacement?
A repair holds when it addresses the actual entry point and the surrounding shingles and underlayment are still in sound condition. The rough rule: if the roof is under 15 years old and damaged area covers less than 30 percent of the surface, a repair is usually the right call. Past 20 years, or when repair cost approaches half the replacement estimate, a full tear-off makes more financial sense long-term. A free inspection from a Rock Hill contractor settles the question without any obligation.
Do I need a permit for roof repair in South Carolina?
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.