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Roofing Contractors in Philadelphia, PA

FEMA rates winter weather risk in Philadelphia County Very High. Most homes in Philadelphia (83%) were built before 1980.

Compare the 41 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Philadelphia on their public records: half have been in business 19 years or more and 6 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.

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

Contractors in the registry
41

Profiles with contact details on file

Median years in business
19

Half have been in business at least this long; 22 with recorded dates

Average customer rating
4.5 / 5

Mean of 18 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded

All 41 roofing contractors in Philadelphia

Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.

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Roofing conditions in Philadelphia

Homes in Philadelphia

Median year built
1949
Built before 1980
83.3%
Owner-occupied homes
51.8%

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

Severe weather reported in Philadelphia County

Hail 1 inch or larger
3 reports
Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
73 reports
Tornadoes
2 reports

Most recent large hail: May 20, 2022 (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 Philadelphia County

Hail
Relatively High
Strong wind
Relatively High
Tornado
Relatively High
Hurricane
Relatively High
Winter weather
Very 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 Philadelphia

Permit required

Replacing roof covering needs a building permit, usually a quick EZ permit with no plans. Replacing more than 10% of the sheathing, adding skylights or other load or structural changes need standard review, and homes on the Philadelphia Historic Register need Historical Commission approval first.

Roofers must register with the city. The work must be done by a Philadelphia-licensed contractor, a PA-registered home improvement contractor with a Philadelphia Commercial Activity License, or an owner who lives in the home.

City of Philadelphia Licenses and Inspections: EZ Permits

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

Pennsylvania rules that apply

Home improvement contractors must register

Contractors doing $5,000 or more of home improvement work a year must register with the Pennsylvania Attorney General and put their PA registration number on contracts, estimates and ads. Check a roofer's number on the Attorney General's contractor search.

Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General: Home Improvement Contractor Verification

Verified October 2026

Written contract and 3-day right to cancel

Home improvement jobs over $500 need a written contract listing the contractor's registration number, start and finish dates, total price and insurance. You can cancel within three business days of signing, and the contractor can't take payment before the contract is signed.

Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General: Home Improvement Consumer Brochure

Verified October 2026

Hiring a roofer in Philadelphia: common questions

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

Yes. Philadelphia requires a permit to replace a roof. Replacing roof covering needs a building permit, usually a quick EZ permit with no plans. Replacing more than 10% of the sheathing, adding skylights or other load or structural changes need standard review, and homes on the Philadelphia Historic Register need Historical Commission approval first. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.

How often is large hail reported around Philadelphia?

NOAA received 3 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Philadelphia County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on May 20, 2022 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.

How old are homes in Philadelphia?

The median home in Philadelphia was built in 1949, and 83.3% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).

How long have Philadelphia roofing companies been in business?

Half of the 22 Philadelphia contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 19 years or more. 14 have at least 10 years of history and 11 have at least 20. The longest-running is The Roof Doctor, at 46 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.

Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Philadelphia roofers hold?

6 of the 41 Philadelphia contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: GAF (4), Atlas (1), and Owens Corning (1). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.

How do Philadelphia roofers rate with customers?

18 of the 41 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.7 out of 5. 4 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.

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