- Rating
- 5.0
- Reviews
- 456
- In business
- 5 yrs
- GAF
- Owens Corning
- Malarkey
Roofing Contractors in Rapid City, SD
NOAA recorded 206 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Pennington County in the five years through June 2026, and FEMA rates its hail risk Relatively High. More than half of homes in Rapid City (53%) were built before 1980.
Compare the 20 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Rapid City on their public records: half have been in business 13 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
- 20
- Median years in business
- 13
- Average customer rating
- 4.8 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Half have been in business at least this long; 12 with recorded dates
Mean of 12 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
All 20 roofing contractors in Rapid City
Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.
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- Rating
- 5.0
- Reviews
- 63
- In business
- 4 yrs
- Malarkey
- Rating
- 4.9
- Reviews
- 107
- In business
- 68 yrs
- GAF
- Owens Corning
- CertainTeed
- Malarkey
- Rating
- 4.9
- Reviews
- 337
- In business
- 14 yrs
- Rating
- 4.9
- Reviews
- 82
- In business
- 12 yrs
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 4.9
- Reviews
- 59
- In business
- 5 yrs
- GAF
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 171
- In business
- 33 yrs
- GAF
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 74
- In business
- 11 yrs
- Owens Corning
- Rating
- 4.6
- Reviews
- 32
- In business
- 18 yrs
- GAF
- Owens Corning
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 4.6
- Reviews
- 28
- In business
- 8 yrs
- Owens Corning
- IKO
- Rating
- 4.4
- Reviews
- 33
- In business
- 24 yrs
- Rating
- 4.2
- Reviews
- 15
- In business
- 19 yrs
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Roofing conditions in Rapid City
Homes in Rapid City
- Median year built
- 1979
- Built before 1980
- 52.6%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in Pennington County
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 206 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 130 reports
- Tornadoes
- 0 reports
Most recent large hail: June 22, 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 Pennington County
- Hail
- Relatively High
- Strong wind
- Relatively Low
- Tornado
- 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 Rapid City
Permit required
The city requires a permit for roofing work, and the job must meet city code items such as ice shield and flashing. A roofer's South Dakota excise tax license is not a contractor license.
Roofers must register with the city. Roofers must hold a Rapid City roofing contractor license (Class R), which requires liability insurance and continuing education.
City of Rapid City: Check out roofing contractors, get permits
Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
South Dakota rules that apply
Deductible rebates banned, 72-hour cancellation
A South Dakota roofer can't offer to pay or rebate your insurance deductible; a contract that does is void. You can cancel a storm-damage roofing contract within 72 hours of signing it, or within 72 hours of learning your insurer denied all or part of the claim.
South Dakota Legislature: 2012 Session Law, residential roofing contracts
Verified October 2026
Hiring a roofer in Rapid City: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Rapid City?
Yes. Rapid City requires a permit to replace a roof. The city requires a permit for roofing work, and the job must meet city code items such as ice shield and flashing. A roofer's South Dakota excise tax license is not a contractor license. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
How often is large hail reported around Rapid City?
NOAA received 206 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Pennington County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on June 22, 2026 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Rapid City?
The median home in Rapid City was built in 1979, and 52.6% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
How long have Rapid City roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 12 Rapid City contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 13 years or more. 8 have at least 10 years of history and 3 have at least 20. The longest-running is Black Hills Roofing, at 68 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Rapid City roofers hold?
9 of the 20 Rapid City contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: GAF (5), Owens Corning (5), CertainTeed (4), Malarkey (3), and IKO (1). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Rapid City roofers rate with customers?
12 of the 20 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.9 out of 5. 4 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.