Roofing Contractors in Tyler, TX

NOAA recorded 50 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Smith County in the five years through June 2026. More than half of homes in Tyler (53%) were built before 1980.

Compare the 34 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Tyler on their public records: half have been in business 8 years or more and 11 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.

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

Contractors in the registry
34

Profiles with contact details on file

Median years in business
8

Half have been in business at least this long; 23 with recorded dates

Average customer rating
4.8 / 5

Mean of 19 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded

All 34 roofing contractors in Tyler

Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.

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Rating
3.8
Reviews
12
In business
29 yrs

Roofing conditions in Tyler

Homes in Tyler

Median year built
1978
Built before 1980
52.6%
Owner-occupied homes
55.4%

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

Severe weather reported in Smith County

Hail 1 inch or larger
50 reports
Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
72 reports
Tornadoes
7 reports

Most recent large hail: May 23, 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 Smith County

Hail
Relatively Moderate
Strong wind
Relatively High
Tornado
Relatively Low
Hurricane
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 Tyler

Permit required

Residential roof replacement is its own permit type in Tyler, applied for online through the city's eTRAKiT permit portal.

City of Tyler Development Services: Schedule of Fees

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

Texas rules that apply

No state roofing license

Texas does not license roofing contractors, so there is no state license number to check. Local registration, insurance and a verifiable business history matter more here.

Texas Legislature, 2025 committee analysis

Verified October 2026

Roofers can't waive your insurance deductible

Under Texas law a roofer may not waive, absorb or rebate your deductible. Insurance-funded contracts of $1,000 or more must include a deductible notice, and a roofer can't act as your public adjuster.

Texas Department of Insurance

Verified October 2026

Hiring a roofer in Tyler: common questions

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

Yes. Tyler requires a permit to replace a roof. Residential roof replacement is its own permit type in Tyler, applied for online through the city's eTRAKiT permit portal. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.

Do roofers need a license in Texas?

Texas does not license roofing contractors, so there is no state license number to check. Local registration, insurance and a verifiable business history matter more here. Source: Texas Legislature, 2025 committee analysis, verified October 2026.

How often is large hail reported around Tyler?

NOAA received 50 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Smith County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on May 23, 2026 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.

How old are homes in Tyler?

The median home in Tyler was built in 1978, and 52.6% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).

How long have Tyler roofing companies been in business?

Half of the 23 Tyler contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 8 years or more. 11 have at least 10 years of history and 8 have at least 20. The longest-running is Cook & Son Roofing, at 61 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.

Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Tyler roofers hold?

11 of the 34 Tyler contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: CertainTeed (8), Owens Corning (3), Atlas (2), GAF (2), and Malarkey (2). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.

How do Tyler roofers rate with customers?

19 of the 34 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.

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