- Rating
- 5.0
- Reviews
- 5
- In business
- 15 yrs
Roofing Contractors in Nashville, TN
NOAA recorded 170 reports of thunderstorm wind of 58 mph or more in Davidson County in the five years through June 2026. The median home in Nashville was built in 1987.
Compare the 26 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Nashville on their public records: half have been in business 12 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
- 26
- Median years in business
- 12
- Average customer rating
- 4.9 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Half have been in business at least this long; 16 with recorded dates
Mean of 16 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
All 26 roofing contractors in Nashville
Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.
Page 1 of 2 · 26 contractors
- Rating
- 5.0
- Reviews
- 70
- In business
- 10 yrs
- GAF
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 5.0
- Reviews
- 17
- In business
- 7 yrs
- Rating
- 5.0
- Reviews
- 40
- In business
- 2 yrs
- GAF
- Malarkey
- Rating
- 5.0
- Reviews
- 45
- In business
- 1 yrs
- Owens Corning
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 4.9
- Reviews
- 89
- In business
- 45 yrs
- GAF
- Owens Corning
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 4.9
- Reviews
- 132
- In business
- 28 yrs
- Rating
- 4.9
- Reviews
- 148
- In business
- 26 yrs
- Rating
- 4.9
- Reviews
- 70
- In business
- 9 yrs
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 38
- In business
- 69 yrs
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 772
- In business
- 47 yrs
- GAF
- Owens Corning
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 38
- In business
- 10 yrs
- Owens Corning
- CertainTeed
- IKO
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 390
- In business
- 9 yrs
- Owens Corning
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 586
- In business
- 37 yrs
- Owens Corning
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 78
- In business
- 5 yrs
- Rating
- 4.5
- Reviews
- 26
- In business
- 21 yrs
- GAF
- CertainTeed
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- 0
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Roofing conditions in Nashville
Homes in Nashville
- Median year built
- 1987
- Built before 1980
- 40.8%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 52.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in Davidson County
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 19 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 170 reports
- Tornadoes
- 8 reports
Most recent large hail: November 7, 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 Davidson County
- Hail
- Relatively Moderate
- Strong wind
- Relatively High
- Tornado
- Relatively High
- Hurricane
- Very Low
- Winter weather
- Relatively Moderate
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 Nashville
Permit required
When a permit is needed: Replacing more than a third of the roof, or adding a new layer
Repairs covering up to a third of the roof count as normal maintenance and need no permit. Replacing more of it, adding a layer, or replacing more than 64 square feet of decking needs a Metro Codes permit.
Roofers must register with the city. Contractors must be licensed and bonded with Metro Codes to pull permits.
Metro Nashville Codes & Building Safety: Residential Building Permit Procedures
Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Tennessee rules that apply
State license for roofing jobs of $25,000+
Tennessee requires a state contractor's license before anyone bids or contracts for a project of $25,000 or more, and roofing subcontractors need one when their portion reaches $25,000. Check the license with the state Board for Licensing Contractors.
Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors
Verified October 2026
Home improvement license in some counties
In Davidson, Knox, Shelby and six other counties, contractors need a state Home Improvement license for residential jobs from $3,000 to $24,999, and roofing is included. Larger jobs need a full state contractor's license.
Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors: Home Improvement Contractor
Verified October 2026
Cancel if insurance won't cover the roof
If your insurer says in writing that all or part of a roof claim isn't covered, you can cancel the roofing contract by written notice before midnight on the third business day after you get that notice.
State of Tennessee: Tenn. Code 62-6-602, Residential Roofing Services
Verified October 2026
Hiring a roofer in Nashville: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Nashville?
Yes. Nashville requires a permit for replacing more than a third of the roof, or adding a new layer. Repairs covering up to a third of the roof count as normal maintenance and need no permit. Replacing more of it, adding a layer, or replacing more than 64 square feet of decking needs a Metro Codes permit. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Do roofers need a license in Tennessee?
Tennessee requires a state contractor's license before anyone bids or contracts for a project of $25,000 or more, and roofing subcontractors need one when their portion reaches $25,000. Check the license with the state Board for Licensing Contractors. Source: Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors, verified October 2026.
How often is large hail reported around Nashville?
NOAA received 19 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Davidson County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on November 7, 2025 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Nashville?
The median home in Nashville was built in 1987, and 40.8% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
How long have Nashville roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 16 Nashville contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 12 years or more. 10 have at least 10 years of history and 7 have at least 20. The longest-running is Maxwell Roofing & Sheet Metal, at 69 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Nashville roofers hold?
9 of the 26 Nashville contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: CertainTeed (6), Owens Corning (6), GAF (5), IKO (1), and Malarkey (1). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Nashville roofers rate with customers?
16 of the 26 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.