- Rating
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- Reviews
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Roofing Contractors in Dayton, OH
Most homes in Dayton (85%) were built before 1980.
Compare the 33 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Dayton on their public records: half have been in business 20 years or more and 17 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.
A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.
- Contractors in the registry
- 33
- Median years in business
- 20
- Average customer rating
- 4.8 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Half have been in business at least this long; 23 with recorded dates
Mean of 22 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
All 33 roofing contractors in Dayton
Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.
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- 4.4
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- In business
- 61 yrs
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Roofing conditions in Dayton
Homes in Dayton
- Median year built
- 1951
- Built before 1980
- 85.4%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 48.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in Montgomery County
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 4 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 56 reports
- Tornadoes
- 2 reports
Most recent large hail: April 29, 2025 (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 Montgomery County
- Hail
- Relatively High
- Strong wind
- Relatively High
- Tornado
- Relatively High
- Hurricane
- Very 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 Dayton
Depends on the job
Simply putting on new shingles doesn't need a building permit, but replacing or repairing any roof sheathing, rafters or trusses does. Homes in a historic district may need a Certificate of Appropriateness, and a roof with two or more layers must be torn off before re-covering.
City of Dayton Building Inspection: Residential Permit FAQ
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 Dayton: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Dayton?
It depends on the job. Simply putting on new shingles doesn't need a building permit, but replacing or repairing any roof sheathing, rafters or trusses does. Homes in a historic district may need a Certificate of Appropriateness, and a roof with two or more layers must be torn off before re-covering. 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 Dayton?
NOAA received 4 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Montgomery County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on April 29, 2025 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Dayton?
The median home in Dayton was built in 1951, and 85.4% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
How long have Dayton roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 23 Dayton contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 20 years or more. 18 have at least 10 years of history and 12 have at least 20. The longest-running is Sherriff Goslin Roofing Dayton, at 120 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Dayton roofers hold?
17 of the 33 Dayton contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: CertainTeed (10), Atlas (3), GAF (3), Owens Corning (3), IKO (2), and TAMKO (1). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Dayton roofers rate with customers?
22 of the 33 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.9 out of 5. 11 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.