- Rating
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- Reviews
- 36
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- 106 yrs
Roofing Contractors in Cleveland, OH
NOAA recorded 125 reports of thunderstorm wind of 58 mph or more in Cuyahoga County in the five years through June 2026. Most homes in Cleveland (85%) were built before 1980.
Compare the 32 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Cleveland on their public records: half have been in business 19 years or more and 12 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.
A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.
- Contractors in the registry
- 32
- Median years in business
- 19
- Average customer rating
- 4.8 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Half have been in business at least this long; 24 with recorded dates
Mean of 21 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
All 32 roofing contractors in Cleveland
Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.
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Roofing conditions in Cleveland
Homes in Cleveland
- Median year built
- 1941
- Built before 1980
- 85.1%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 41.7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in Cuyahoga County
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 33 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 125 reports
- Tornadoes
- 5 reports
Most recent large hail: June 25, 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 Cuyahoga County
- Hail
- Relatively Low
- Strong wind
- Relatively High
- Tornado
- Very High
- Hurricane
- Relatively Low
- 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 Cleveland
Permit required
When a permit is needed: Replacing more than 10% of the roof's shingles
A residential permit is required to reroof. Patching a leak or replacing shingles with the same material on 10% of the roof or less doesn't need one. Landmarks and homes in landmark districts also need Landmarks Commission review before the permit.
Roofers must register with the city. Contractors must be bonded, insured and registered with the City of Cleveland; owner-occupants of 1-2 family homes may do their own work.
City of Cleveland Building & Housing: Permits
Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Ohio rules that apply
No state license for home roofers
Ohio does not license home improvement contractors, including residential roofers, at the state level, but many Ohio cities do. Ask for the roofer's local license or registration, proof of insurance and bonding, and check complaints with the Attorney General.
Ohio Attorney General: Home Improvement Consumer Tips
Verified October 2026
3-day right to cancel door-to-door roofing deals
If a roofer sells you a job of $25 or more at your home, including after you booked the visit from a flyer, you can cancel for any reason until midnight of the third business day. The roofer must give you a cancellation form, can't start work until the period ends, and must refund within 10 days.
Ohio Attorney General: Door-to-Door Sales
Verified October 2026
Hiring a roofer in Cleveland: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Cleveland?
Yes. Cleveland requires a permit for replacing more than 10% of the roof's shingles. A residential permit is required to reroof. Patching a leak or replacing shingles with the same material on 10% of the roof or less doesn't need one. Landmarks and homes in landmark districts also need Landmarks Commission review before the permit. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Do roofers need a license in Ohio?
Ohio does not license home improvement contractors, including residential roofers, at the state level, but many Ohio cities do. Ask for the roofer's local license or registration, proof of insurance and bonding, and check complaints with the Attorney General. Source: Ohio Attorney General: Home Improvement Consumer Tips, verified October 2026.
How often is large hail reported around Cleveland?
NOAA received 33 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Cuyahoga County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on June 25, 2026 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Cleveland?
The median home in Cleveland was built in 1941, and 85.1% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
How long have Cleveland roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 24 Cleveland contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 19 years or more. 14 have at least 10 years of history and 12 have at least 20. The longest-running is Reader Roofing, Heating & Cooling, at 106 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Cleveland roofers hold?
12 of the 32 Cleveland contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: Owens Corning (5), CertainTeed (4), GAF (4), and TAMKO (2). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Cleveland roofers rate with customers?
21 of the 32 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.