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Roofing Contractors in Shreveport, LA
NOAA recorded 44 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Caddo Parish in the five years through June 2026, and FEMA rates its hail risk Relatively High. Most homes in Shreveport (65%) were built before 1980.
Compare the 27 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Shreveport on their public records: half have been in business 16 years or more and 15 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.
A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.
- Contractors in the registry
- 27
- Median years in business
- 16
- Average customer rating
- 4.7 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Half have been in business at least this long; 23 with recorded dates
Mean of 17 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
All 27 roofing contractors in Shreveport
Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.
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Roofing conditions in Shreveport
Homes in Shreveport
- Median year built
- 1973
- Built before 1980
- 64.6%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 53.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in Caddo Parish
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 44 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 136 reports
- Tornadoes
- 17 reports
Most recent large hail: May 22, 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 Caddo Parish
- Hail
- Relatively High
- Strong wind
- Very High
- Tornado
- Relatively Moderate
- Hurricane
- Relatively Moderate
- Winter weather
- Relatively 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 Shreveport
Permit required
A building permit is required for roof work on homes. The same city permit office issues permits for most of Caddo Parish outside Greenwood and Oil City, and homeowners may apply for their own permit.
Roofers must register with the city. Anyone doing residential construction in the city's permit area must register with the Permits and Inspections Division, renew yearly and keep liability insurance.
City of Shreveport Permits & Inspections
Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Louisiana rules that apply
Every reroof needs a permit and inspection
Since August 1, 2025, Louisiana law requires every city and parish that issues building permits to permit and inspect roof replacements on homes, so a reroof needs a permit and inspection wherever local permits are issued.
Louisiana Legislature: Act 239 (2025) summary
Verified October 2026
State license for roofing jobs of $7,500 or more
Since January 1, 2026, anyone bidding on or doing residential roofing work worth $7,500 or more must hold a Residential Roofing or Residential Construction license from the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors. You can look up a roofer's license on the board's site.
Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors: Contractor Search
Verified October 2026
Hiring a roofer in Shreveport: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Shreveport?
Yes. Shreveport requires a permit to replace a roof. A building permit is required for roof work on homes. The same city permit office issues permits for most of Caddo Parish outside Greenwood and Oil City, and homeowners may apply for their own permit. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Do roofers need a license in Louisiana?
Since January 1, 2026, anyone bidding on or doing residential roofing work worth $7,500 or more must hold a Residential Roofing or Residential Construction license from the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors. You can look up a roofer's license on the board's site. Source: Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors: Contractor Search, verified October 2026.
How often is large hail reported around Shreveport?
NOAA received 44 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Caddo Parish from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on May 22, 2026 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Shreveport?
The median home in Shreveport was built in 1973, and 64.6% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
How long have Shreveport roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 23 Shreveport contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 16 years or more. 18 have at least 10 years of history and 10 have at least 20. The longest-running is Smart Roofing, LLC, at 80 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Shreveport roofers hold?
15 of the 27 Shreveport contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: CertainTeed (12), Owens Corning (4), GAF (3), IKO (2), and TAMKO (1). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Shreveport roofers rate with customers?
17 of the 27 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.9 out of 5. 3 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.