Youngstown, OH · Metal Roofing

Metal Roofing Contractors in Youngstown, Ohio

Compare metal roofing options and ask each company about its experience. 27 local roofers listed.

Short answer: A metal roof in Youngstown costs about $15,470–$36,400 for a 2,000 sq ft home at the local 0.91× cost index: panels start near $15,470, standing seam tops out near $36,400, and either lasts 40–70 years. In Youngstown: 1 days with hail 1.75 inch+ (golf ball). Ask any roofer for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

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  • 1days with hail 1.75 inch+ (golf ball)
  • 15days a year at 90°F or hotter
  • $58,400median home value
  • 96 mphstrongest gust reported

How much life is left in my Youngstown roof?

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

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Metal's low-friction surface sheds Youngstown's snow load before it builds into ice dams, which is a meaningful advantage over asphalt in a heavy-snow climate. Costs in Youngstown 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. No statewide license; local contractor registration varies — verify your contractor's status before signing.

Youngstown in numbers

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

  • #3of 209Youngstown ranks #3 of the 209 cities we cover for share of homes built before 1980.
  • #207of 209Youngstown ranks #207 of the 209 cities we cover for median home value (low end).
  • #20of 209Youngstown ranks #20 of the 209 cities we cover for freeze-thaw days.
  • #169of 209Youngstown ranks #169 of the 209 cities we cover for largest hailstone on record (low end).

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2026* 2 2017 4 2019 2 2020 2 2022 2 2023 5 2024 1 2025 4 2026*
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2026*
20172
20194
20202
20222
20232
20245
20251
2026*4

22 recorded events across 7 full years plus 2026 to June represented in the data. 2024 had the most events among represented full years: 5.

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. Years without a data row: 2018, 2021. Missing rows are not treated as zero; no annual average is shown.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2017–2026*

When storms hit Youngstown

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 6 Mar 4 Apr 10 May 5 Jun 0 Jul 3 Aug 1 Sep 1 Oct 0 Nov 1 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar6
Apr4
May10
Jun5
Jul0
Aug3
Sep1
Oct1
Nov0
Dec1

Most hail reports come in May; 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 Youngstown

  • 17 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 177 people; 76% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $47,820 a year (Youngstown-Warren, OH Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Youngstown storm record: Mahoning County

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

  • 1796Founded
  • 850 ft (259 m)Elevation

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

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  • 161 to 1.74 in
  • 11.75 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.

17 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
August 12, 2023 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 2 Lake Milton
April 14, 2024 1.5 in, about the size of a ping-pong ball 3 Poland
May 28, 2019 1.25 in, about the size of a half dollar 3 Rosemont
“Hail up to ping pong ball-size about a half-mile southeast of Poland.”
National Weather Service report, April 14, 2024
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

August 12, 2023

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 1 day in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF1 · July 8, 2014

It stayed on the ground for 5.39 miles and was up to 200 yards wide. A National Weather Service storm survey confirmed a tornado touched down near the Society of Saint Paul on West Akron-Canfield Road and skipped east northeast through Canfield Township and the city of Canfield and finally lifted near South Raccoon Road in the northeast corner of Canfield Township.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

96 mph · November 5, 2017

A thunderstorm downburst with winds estimated to be as much as 95 mph caused extensive damage in Boardman. A mile long damage path began in the Hitchcock Woods area and stretched across a neighborhood bordered by Glenwood Avenue to the west and Market Street to the east.

What it means for metal roofing

Hail up to 1.75 inches has been reported in Mahoning County. Ask any metal roofer for the UL 2218 impact class of the panel (Class 4 is the top rating, tested with a 2-inch steel ball).

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

What it costs in Youngstown

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

That typical price is about 44.4% of the median Youngstown home value ($58,400).

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

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What Youngstown's climate means for metal roofing

  • Metal's slick surface sheds Youngstown's heavy snow load before it builds into ice dams — a decisive edge over asphalt in this climate.
  • 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 Youngstown.

Roofers in Youngstown, OH

27 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 Youngstown: questions

How do I find a metal roofing company in Youngstown?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Youngstown, OH. 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.
Should I repair or fully re-roof in Youngstown?
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 big does hail get near Youngstown?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Youngstown measured 1.75 inches, about the size of a golf ball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 10 days in the same record. The biggest day was August 12, 2023, with 2 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 Youngstown?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model metal roof at $15,470 to $36,400 in Youngstown, around $25,950 in the middle. That is about 44.4% of the median home value of $58,400. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
When is hail season in Youngstown?
May is the worst month: 32% of the 31 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 Youngstown, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Youngstown was built in 1951, and 90.4% 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 101 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
How many roofing companies work around Youngstown?
The Census Bureau counts 17 roofing companies with payroll in Mahoning County, employing about 177 people. 76.5% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $47,820 a year (BLS).
Does metal roofing handle Youngstown's snow load better than asphalt?
Metal's smooth surface sheds snow faster than textured asphalt, which reduces sustained load and limits ice-dam formation at the eave. The tradeoff is snow-slide risk at the drip edge — some Youngstown homeowners add snow guards on lower slopes above entries and walkways. Standing-seam panels with concealed fasteners have no exposed screw penetrations to freeze-open over time, which is a meaningful maintenance advantage in a heavy-snow climate.
How do I find a qualified metal roofing contractor in Youngstown?
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. No statewide license; local contractor registration varies. PickARoofer lists Youngstown-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 Ohio?
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.