Top-Rated Roofing Contractors in Akron, OH
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Akron, OH
Top-Rated Roofers in Akron, OH (2026)
Ranked by Google star rating, then by number of reviews. Every roofer below holds at least a 4.0-star average from verified Google reviews. Treat this as a starting shortlist, not an endorsement: always confirm license, insurance, and a written estimate before you hire.
Finding a Roofing Contractor in Akron, OH
Roofer Directory lists 64 roofing-eligible contractors in the Akron, OH market, including 63businesses categorized specifically as roofing companies. Together these listings hold 6,912 Google reviews, and the average rating across them is 4.8 stars. Every contractor shown here maintains at least a 4.0-star rating, and 51 hold a 4.7 or higher.
The Akron area is one of Ohio's active roofing markets. The highest-rated roofer currently listed here is DroCo Roofing, with a 5.0-star rating across 439 Google reviews.
Ratings and review counts come straight from Google and are shown as-is. Before you hire, confirm each contractor's license and insurance: requirements vary by state, so check the appropriate state board and ask for proof of coverage. Our guide on how to verify a roofing license by state walks through where to look, and how to choose a roofing contractor covers the questions worth asking before you sign anything.
Comparing quotes is the fastest way to gauge fair pricing in Akron. You can request a free estimate from a local roofing contractor, or read up on what a new roof costs in 2026 and when to repair versus replace before you start. Browse all Ohio roofing markets to compare nearby cities.
Roof Replacement Costs in Akron
The national average for a full asphalt shingle roof replacement is about $9,500 in 2026, and most homeowners land between $5,800 and $46,000 depending on roof size, pitch, and material. Because Akron, OH carries a high storm-risk profile, many homeowners here weigh impact-rated (Class 4) shingles, which raise the upfront price but can earn insurance premium discounts. Compare two or three written quotes from Akron contractors, and read our full roof cost breakdown before you sign anything.
Akron, OH Storm Risk & Roof Damage History
Over the past 71 years, Akron, OH has recorded 2,165 severe weather events and $956.1M in property damage. With 6.4 hail events, 36.8 wind events, and 69 tornadoes on record, homeowners in Akron should plan for regular roof inspections, especially after May–August.
Based on NOAA data from 1955-2025. How storms affect roof lifespan →
After major hail or wind, review our hail damage insurance guide and storm chaser scam checklist before hiring a contractor.
Hail Damage History in Akron, OH
Akron, OH has recorded 591 hail events since 1955, averaging 6.4 per year. The average hail size is 1", with the largest recorded hailstone measuring 4.25" (softball-sized).
44% of hail events in Akron, OH produce stones 1 inch or larger — the threshold at which asphalt shingles typically begin sustaining granule loss, cracking, and other damage that can shorten roof lifespan.
Hail exposure is one of the biggest factors in roof lifespan. Learn how long your roof should last by material type, then compare local Akron contractor listings.
Akron, OH Storm Season: Month-by-Month Breakdown
Peak storm season in Akron, OH runs from May through August. The best time to schedule a roof inspection is immediately after, in September.
See our seasonal roof maintenance checklist for what to inspect and when.
Akron, OH Severe Weather Trend (Last 15 Years)
2024 was the most active year with 128 events and $7.2M in property damage.
Most Damaging Storms in Akron, OH
The 5 costliest severe weather events recorded in Akron, OH, ranked by property damage. Understanding your area's storm history helps determine when to repair vs. replace your roof.
Torrential rainfall on July 10th ended the streek of 13 days of measurable rain in the Barberton-Norton region, and ending it with the highest rainfall amounts measuring during that time. Almost seven inches of rain fell in the two weeks prior, and on the 10th rainfall amounts in the basin measured between 2 to 3 inches which fell in the hour between 230 and 330 PM. This extreme rainfall rate fell over already saturated ground and swollen stream and creeks, resulting in rapid runoff and flood...
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At daybreak on September 14th, the remnants of Hurricane Ike were centered over southeastern Missouri. This low moved rapidly northeast during the day reaching Northwest Ohio during the afternoon of the 14th. The low then moved up Lake Erie and over Lake Huron by the late evening hours. Damaging winds accompanied this storm system and caused widespread wind damage across northern Ohio. Damage and clean up cost from this event could exceed $300 million in northern Ohio alone. Reports of hi...
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A severe thunderstorm moved across Summit County and caused unprecedented damage. Hail as large as softballs fell across much of the county. Extensive damage was done to homes and vehicles in Akron and surrounding areas. Nearly 51,100 insurance claims were filed for damage in the county. The south side of Akron was the hardest hit.
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Thunderstorms dumped very heavy rains on Summit County causing catastrophic flooding in parts of the county. Rainfall rates exceeded two inches per hour at times during the evening hours. Many streams and creeks left their banks causing widespread flooding. Spotters measured 7.20 inches of rain at Richfield and a gage at Hudson High School record 3 inches of rain between 7:45 and 8:15 p.m. with a storm total of 7.5 inches. Five inches of rain was measured in Stow. Two men drown at approx...
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Recent Severe Weather in Akron, OH
Seven to eight inches of flowing water over Newton Falls Road between Hanna Road and Knapp Road, which prompted the roadway to be closed. Several inches of flowing water over Garrett Road just north o
Several tree limbs downed about two-miles NNW of Stow.
An EF0 tornado with estimated peak winds of 81-mph impacted portions of Chatham and Lafayette Townships, and moved generally east-southeastward during its lifespan. The tornado began just north of Spe
Trees downed in Stow.
Peak straight-line convective wind gust of 66-mph recorded at the Akron Fulton Airport ASOS.
Data: NOAA Storm Events Database (National Centers for Environmental Information). Last updated 2026-06-12. Covers 1955-2025. Hail, wind, and tornado data from 1955. All event types from 1996. See how Akron compares on our U.S. Storm Risk Index.
Protect Your Akron Roof After Storm Season
With a storm risk score of 68/100, regular roof inspections are recommended for Akron homeowners — especially after the May–August peak season.
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