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Roofing Contractors in Chicago, IL
NOAA recorded 618 reports of thunderstorm wind of 58 mph or more in Cook County in the five years through June 2026. Most homes in Chicago (75%) were built before 1980.
Compare the 46 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Chicago on their public records: half have been in business 15 years or more and 8 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.
A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.
- Contractors in the registry
- 46
- Median years in business
- 15
- Average customer rating
- 4.5 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Half have been in business at least this long; 26 with recorded dates
Mean of 18 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
All 46 roofing contractors in Chicago
Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.
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Roofing conditions in Chicago
Homes in Chicago
- Median year built
- 1953
- Built before 1980
- 75.2%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 46%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in Cook County
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 110 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 618 reports
- Tornadoes
- 28 reports
Most recent large hail: April 14, 2026 (1-inch)
Reported to NOAA, July 2021 through June 2026. Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live nearby; most wind speeds are estimated. Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database.
Natural hazard risk in Cook County
- Hail
- Relatively High
- Strong wind
- Very High
- Tornado
- Very High
- Hurricane
- Very Low
- Winter weather
- Very High
FEMA National Risk Index ratings compare this county with other U.S. counties. This product uses the Federal Emergency Management Agency's National Risk Index dataset API or downloadable datasets but is not endorsed by FEMA. The Federal Government or FEMA cannot vouch for the data or analyses derived from these data after the data have been retrieved from the Agency's website(s). National Risk Index v1.20.0 (December 2025), retrieved October 15, 2026.
Roof replacement permits in Chicago
Depends on the job
When a permit is needed: Low-slope (flat) roofs, any structural repair, or homes over 4 stories
Repairing, re-covering or replacing a pitched roof (2:12 or steeper) on a home up to 4 stories needs no permit, but any work on a low-slope or flat roof does. Chicago Landmark homes and landmark districts may need a permit and historic review even for pitched roofs.
Roofers must register with the city. When a permit is needed, the job needs a Chicago-licensed general contractor (or an owner acting as their own contractor), and the roofer must hold an Illinois roofing license.
City of Chicago Department of Buildings: Roofing Work Not Requiring a Permit
Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Illinois rules that apply
Illinois roofers need a state license
Anyone paid to do roofing work in Illinois must hold a roofing contractor license from IDFPR. The license number must appear on contracts, bids and building permits. Check it on IDFPR's license lookup before you sign.
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation: Roofing Contractor
Verified October 2026
Storm-damage protections for homeowners
Contractors can't promise to pay or rebate your insurance deductible, or file or represent your claim for you. After a storm that damages several homes, you can cancel a signed contract within five business days of your insurer saying all or part of the claim isn't covered.
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation: Find a Licensed Roofer
Verified October 2026
Hiring a roofer in Chicago: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Chicago?
It depends on the job. A permit is needed in these cases: low-slope (flat) roofs, any structural repair, or homes over 4 stories. Repairing, re-covering or replacing a pitched roof (2:12 or steeper) on a home up to 4 stories needs no permit, but any work on a low-slope or flat roof does. Chicago Landmark homes and landmark districts may need a permit and historic review even for pitched roofs. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Do roofers need a license in Illinois?
Anyone paid to do roofing work in Illinois must hold a roofing contractor license from IDFPR. The license number must appear on contracts, bids and building permits. Check it on IDFPR's license lookup before you sign. Source: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation: Roofing Contractor, verified October 2026.
How often is large hail reported around Chicago?
NOAA received 110 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Cook County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on April 14, 2026 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Chicago?
The median home in Chicago was built in 1953, and 75.2% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
How long have Chicago roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 26 Chicago contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 15 years or more. 16 have at least 10 years of history and 10 have at least 20. The longest-running is Active Roofing Company, at 61 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Chicago roofers hold?
8 of the 46 Chicago contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: GAF (8) and Owens Corning (2). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Chicago roofers rate with customers?
18 of the 46 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.9 out of 5. 6 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.