Roofing Contractors in Kansas City, MO

NOAA recorded 44 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Jackson County in the five years through June 2026, and FEMA rates its hail risk Very High. Most homes in Kansas City (63%) were built before 1980.

Compare the 32 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Kansas City on their public records: half have been in business 11 years or more and 13 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.

A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.

Contractors in the registry
32

Profiles with contact details on file

Median years in business
11

Half have been in business at least this long; 23 with recorded dates

Average customer rating
4.9 / 5

Mean of 17 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded

All 32 roofing contractors in Kansas City

Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.

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Roofing conditions in Kansas City

Homes in Kansas City

Median year built
1969
Built before 1980
63.1%
Owner-occupied homes
55.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.

Severe weather reported in Jackson County

Hail 1 inch or larger
44 reports
Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
179 reports
Tornadoes
6 reports

Most recent large hail: April 15, 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 Jackson County

Hail
Very High
Strong wind
Relatively High
Tornado
Very High
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 Kansas City

Depends on the job

When a permit is needed: Replacing more than 32 square feet of roof decking

Replacing shingles or other light roofing and underlayment on a house needs no permit. A building permit is needed when more than 32 square feet of decking is replaced, and rafter or other structural repairs need a scope-of-work or plan review. Work without a permit must still meet code.

City of Kansas City, MO City Planning & Development: Code Questions

Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.

Missouri rules that apply

Roofers can't pay your deductible or negotiate your claim

Under Missouri law a roofer or other exterior contractor may not offer to pay, rebate or discount away your insurance deductible, and may not represent you or negotiate with your insurer on your claim.

Revised Statutes of Missouri, Section 407.725

Verified October 2026

Cancel if your insurer denies the claim

If you sign a roofing contract to be paid by insurance and your insurer then tells you in writing that all or part of the claim isn't covered, you can cancel within five business days. The roofer must refund your payments within 10 days, except for agreed emergency work.

Revised Statutes of Missouri, Section 407.725

Verified October 2026

Hiring a roofer in Kansas City: common questions

Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Kansas City?

It depends on the job. A permit is needed in these cases: replacing more than 32 square feet of roof decking. Replacing shingles or other light roofing and underlayment on a house needs no permit. A building permit is needed when more than 32 square feet of decking is replaced, and rafter or other structural repairs need a scope-of-work or plan review. Work without a permit must still meet code. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.

How often is large hail reported around Kansas City?

NOAA received 44 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Jackson County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on April 15, 2026 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.

How old are homes in Kansas City?

The median home in Kansas City was built in 1969, and 63.1% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).

How long have Kansas City roofing companies been in business?

Half of the 23 Kansas City contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 11 years or more. 14 have at least 10 years of history and 6 have at least 20. The longest-running is Quick Roofing, at 49 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.

Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Kansas City roofers hold?

13 of the 32 Kansas City contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: GAF (8), Owens Corning (5), CertainTeed (4), TAMKO (3), and Malarkey (2). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.

How do Kansas City roofers rate with customers?

17 of the 32 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.

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