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Roofing Contractors in Wilmington, NC
FEMA rates hurricane risk in New Hanover County Very High, and NOAA recorded 34 reports of thunderstorm wind of 58 mph or more there in the five years through June 2026. The median home in Wilmington was built in 1989.
Compare the 24 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Wilmington on their public records: half have been in business 9 years or more and 11 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.
A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.
- Contractors in the registry
- 24
- Median years in business
- 9
- Average customer rating
- 5.0 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Half have been in business at least this long; 16 with recorded dates
Mean of 11 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
All 24 roofing contractors in Wilmington
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Roofing conditions in Wilmington
Homes in Wilmington
- Median year built
- 1989
- Built before 1980
- 38.1%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 47.6%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in New Hanover County
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 2 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 34 reports
- Tornadoes
- 2 reports
Most recent large hail: June 24, 2024 (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 New Hanover County
- Hail
- Very Low
- Strong wind
- Relatively Moderate
- Tornado
- Relatively High
- Hurricane
- 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 Wilmington
Depends on the job
When a permit is needed: Structural work, or switching to a different roofing material
No building permit is needed to replace shingles with the same materials when there's no structural work. New Hanover County issues building permits for the city, and homes in a local historic district need a city Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes.
New Hanover County Permits & Inspections: Do I Need a Permit?
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 Wilmington: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Wilmington?
It depends on the job. A permit is needed in these cases: structural work, or switching to a different roofing material. No building permit is needed to replace shingles with the same materials when there's no structural work. New Hanover County issues building permits for the city, and homes in a local historic district need a city Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes. 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 Wilmington?
NOAA received 2 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in New Hanover County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on June 24, 2024 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Wilmington?
The median home in Wilmington was built in 1989, and 38.1% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
How long have Wilmington roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 16 Wilmington contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 9 years or more. 7 have at least 10 years of history and 2 have at least 20. The longest-running is Southern Style Roofing, at 30 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Wilmington roofers hold?
11 of the 24 Wilmington contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: GAF (6), CertainTeed (4), and Owens Corning (3). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Wilmington roofers rate with customers?
11 of the 24 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 5.0 out of 5. 7 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.