Roofing Contractors in Chicago, IL
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Chicago, IL
Finding a Roofing Contractor in Chicago, IL
Roofer Directory lists 153 roofing-eligible contractors in the Chicago, IL market, including 149 businesses categorized specifically as roofing companies. Together these listings hold 10,126 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 113 hold a 4.7 or higher.
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 Chicago. 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 Illinois roofing markets to compare nearby cities.
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Chicago, IL Storm Risk & Roof Damage History
Over the past 73 years, Chicago, IL has recorded 7,002 severe weather events and $2.2B in property damage. With 45.8 hail events, 180.9 wind events, and 309 tornadoes on record, homeowners in Chicago should plan for regular roof inspections, especially after May–August.
Based on NOAA data from 1954-2026. 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 Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL has recorded 1,622 hail events since 1954, averaging 45.8 per year. The average hail size is 1.11", with the largest recorded hailstone measuring 3" (baseball-sized).
65% of hail events in Chicago, IL 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 Chicago contractor listings.
Chicago, IL Storm Season: Month-by-Month Breakdown
Peak storm season in Chicago, IL 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.
Chicago, IL Severe Weather Trend (Last 15 Years)
2024 was the most active year with 822 events and $706K in property damage.
Most Damaging Storms in Chicago, IL
The 5 costliest severe weather events recorded in Chicago, IL, ranked by property damage. Understanding your area's storm history helps determine when to repair vs. replace your roof.
Widespread flash flooding impacted the southwest side of Chicago. The city received over 3,000 service requests for water in basements, a large majority of which were from areas near and east of Midway Airport. The highest concentration of reports were out of the West Lawn, Chicago Lawn, Marquette Park, and Gage Park community areas. A photo shared via social media showed at least six inches of standing water on roads and sidewalks in Gage Park. Near W 47th St and Archer Ave, at least four ca...
National Weather Service
Flash flooding was widespread across a narrow corridor in central Cook County roughly along and south of Interstate 55 with the heaviest rain falling near Midway Airport. An estimated 30,000 basements were flooded in Chicago, including in Chicago Lawn, West Lawn, Elsdon, Clearing, Garfield Ridge and Gage Park. Approximately 100 structures were damaged or destroyed from the flooding. Numerous roads and viaducts were flooded and closed. A person was reported trapped in a car that was stuck ...
National Weather Service
Throughout much of central Cook County including Chicago and nearby suburbs, very heavy rainfall caused widespread flash flooding of roadways and structures. During a 12-hour period from 3 AM to 3 PM CST, storm total rainfall in Cook County ranged from 1-9 inches, with the highest amounts in central Cook County near the border of Chicago, Cicero, and Oak Park. The magnitude of this rainfall ranged from typical to extreme, with the peak rainfall estimated to have less than a 0.2% chance of occ...
National Weather Service
Very heavy rain fell across much of north central Cook County producing widespread flooding and flash flooding during the early morning hours of July 24th. Hundreds of streets and thousands of basements were flooded. Numerous homes were surrounded by flood waters with water damage on the first floor. Several hundred vehicles were submerged or floating in flood waters, many were a total loss. Areas that suffered some of the most widespread flooding and extensive damage included Westchester...
National Weather Service
Recent Severe Weather in Chicago, IL
Data: NOAA Storm Events Database (National Centers for Environmental Information). Last updated 2026-06-12. Covers 1954-2026. Hail, wind, and tornado data from 1954. All event types from 1996. See how Chicago compares on our U.S. Storm Risk Index.
Protect Your Chicago Roof After Storm Season
With a storm risk score of 95/100, regular roof inspections are recommended for Chicago homeowners — especially after the May–August peak season.
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