Roofing Contractors in Charlotte, NC

The median home in Charlotte was built in 1995, so a typical original roof there is now about 31 years old.

Compare the 79 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Charlotte on their public records: half have been in business 13 years or more and 46 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.

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

Contractors in the registry
79

Profiles with contact details on file

Median years in business
13

Half have been in business at least this long; 66 with recorded dates

Average customer rating
4.8 / 5

Mean of 51 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded

All 79 roofing contractors in Charlotte

Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.

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Rating
5.0
Reviews
17
In business
17 yrs
  • CertainTeed

Roofing conditions in Charlotte

Homes in Charlotte

Median year built
1995
Built before 1980
27.9%
Owner-occupied homes
51%

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

Severe weather reported in Mecklenburg County

Hail 1 inch or larger
5 reports
Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
41 reports
Tornadoes
4 reports

Most recent large hail: June 26, 2023 (1.75-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 Mecklenburg County

Hail
Relatively High
Strong wind
Relatively High
Tornado
Relatively High
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 Charlotte

Depends on the job

When a permit is needed: Roofing jobs over $40,000, structural repairs, or adding new roofing

Replacing roofing on a home with material of the same fire-resistance grade usually doesn't need a permit when the job costs $40,000 or less. Building permits in Charlotte come from Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement, not the city.

Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Permitting

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

North Carolina rules that apply

Most like-for-like reroofs under $40,000 need no permit

Under North Carolina law, replacing the roofing on a single-family home generally needs no building permit when the whole job costs $40,000 or less and no structural work is done. Adding new roof area, structural repairs or bigger jobs need one.

NC Office of State Fire Marshal: building permit exceptions guidance

Verified October 2026

State license required for roof jobs of $40,000 or more

North Carolina requires a contractor to hold a state general contractor license when the contract is $40,000 or more; there is a specialty roofing classification. Smaller roofing jobs need no state license. You can search a contractor's license on the board's website.

NC Licensing Board for General Contractors: FAQ for Consumers

Verified October 2026

5 days to cancel if insurance denies the claim

If you sign a roof repair or replacement contract at your home and your insurer denies the claim, you have five business days to cancel. The roofer can't start work or collect payment during that time, except for emergency repairs you approved in writing.

North Carolina General Statutes: right to cancel off-premises sales

Verified October 2026

Hiring a roofer in Charlotte: common questions

Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Charlotte?

It depends on the job. A permit is needed in these cases: roofing jobs over $40,000, structural repairs, or adding new roofing. Replacing roofing on a home with material of the same fire-resistance grade usually doesn't need a permit when the job costs $40,000 or less. Building permits in Charlotte come from Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement, not the city. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.

Do roofers need a license in North Carolina?

North Carolina requires a contractor to hold a state general contractor license when the contract is $40,000 or more; there is a specialty roofing classification. Smaller roofing jobs need no state license. You can search a contractor's license on the board's website. Source: NC Licensing Board for General Contractors: FAQ for Consumers, verified October 2026.

How often is large hail reported around Charlotte?

NOAA received 5 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Mecklenburg County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on June 26, 2023 (1.75-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.

How old are homes in Charlotte?

The median home in Charlotte was built in 1995, and 27.9% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).

How long have Charlotte roofing companies been in business?

Half of the 66 Charlotte contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 13 years or more. 42 have at least 10 years of history and 15 have at least 20. The longest-running is The Ray Company, at 122 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.

Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Charlotte roofers hold?

46 of the 79 Charlotte contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: CertainTeed (27), Owens Corning (17), GAF (15), TAMKO (4), and Atlas (2). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.

How do Charlotte roofers rate with customers?

51 of the 79 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.9 out of 5. 23 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.

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