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Roofing Contractors in Columbia, SC
NOAA recorded 159 reports of thunderstorm wind of 58 mph or more in Richland County in the five years through June 2026. Nearly half of homes in Columbia (50%) were built before 1980.
Compare the 22 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Columbia on their public records: half have been in business 14 years or more and 9 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.
A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.
- Contractors in the registry
- 22
- Currently ARCO accredited
- 1
- Median years in business
- 14
- Average customer rating
- 4.8 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Active paid accreditations
Half have been in business at least this long; 16 with recorded dates
Mean of 14 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
Accredited roofing contractors in Columbia
All 22 roofing contractors in Columbia
Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.
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Roofing conditions in Columbia
Homes in Columbia
- Median year built
- 1980
- Built before 1980
- 49.5%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 45.5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in Richland County
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 3 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 159 reports
- Tornadoes
- 3 reports
Most recent large hail: September 7, 2023 (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 Richland County
- Hail
- Relatively Moderate
- Strong wind
- Relatively High
- Tornado
- Relatively High
- Hurricane
- Relatively 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 Columbia
Permit required
All regulated work in Columbia needs a city permit, and the city has a roofing permit application for tear-off and reroof jobs. Homes in a historic or design district need a Certificate of Design Approval before the permit is issued.
Roofers must register with the city. Contractors pulling permits must show their South Carolina license and a current City of Columbia business license.
City of Columbia Planning & Development: Residential Projects
Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
South Carolina rules that apply
Roofers must be registered with the state
In South Carolina, a roofer working on a home job over $500 must be registered with the Residential Builders Commission as a residential specialty contractor (roofer), or hold a residential builder license. You can check a roofer on the LLR licensee lookup.
SC Residential Builders Commission: Residential Specialty Contractor Registration
Verified October 2026
Insurance-claim roofing protections
If your insurer denies a roof claim, you can cancel the roofing contract within five business days, and the roofer can't take payment until then except for emergency work. Roofers may not negotiate your claim for you or offer to pay or rebate your deductible.
South Carolina Code of Laws: roofing contract cancellation for insurance denial
Verified October 2026
Hiring a roofer in Columbia: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Columbia?
Yes. Columbia requires a permit to replace a roof. All regulated work in Columbia needs a city permit, and the city has a roofing permit application for tear-off and reroof jobs. Homes in a historic or design district need a Certificate of Design Approval before the permit is issued. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
How often is large hail reported around Columbia?
NOAA received 3 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Richland County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on September 7, 2023 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Columbia?
The median home in Columbia was built in 1980, and 49.5% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
Which Columbia roofers are ARCO accredited?
Magnolia Roofing & Remodeling holds active ARCO accreditation in Columbia. Accreditation status can change, so check the contractor's profile for its current standing.
How long have Columbia roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 16 Columbia contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 14 years or more. 12 have at least 10 years of history and 7 have at least 20. The longest-running is Goodwin Roofing, at 51 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Columbia roofers hold?
9 of the 22 Columbia contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: TAMKO (4), GAF (3), Atlas (2), IKO (2), Owens Corning (2), and CertainTeed (1). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Columbia roofers rate with customers?
14 of the 22 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.9 out of 5. 5 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.