Top-Rated Roofing Contractors in Columbus, OH
Compare 90 categorized roofing contractors and 93 roofing-eligible listingsin the Columbus area. Browse all Ohio markets.
Columbus, OH
Top-Rated Roofers in Columbus, 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 Columbus, OH
Roofer Directory lists 93 roofing-eligible contractors in the Columbus, OH market, including 90businesses categorized specifically as roofing companies. Together these listings hold 13,331 Google reviews, and the average rating across them is 4.9 stars. Every contractor shown here maintains at least a 4.0-star rating, and 85 hold a 4.7 or higher.
The Columbus area is one of Ohio's active roofing markets. The highest-rated roofer currently listed here is Newman Roofing, LLC, with a 5.0-star rating across 1,038 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 Columbus. 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 Columbus
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 Columbus, OH carries a very 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 Columbus contractors, and read our full roof cost breakdown before you sign anything.
Roofers Near Columbus
Browse dedicated pages for cities and suburbs in the Columbus area, each with its own local contractor listings.
Columbus, OH Storm Risk & Roof Damage History
Over the past 73 years, Columbus, OH has recorded 2,908 severe weather events and $655.8M in property damage. With 20.1 hail events, 49.3 wind events, and 122 tornadoes on record, homeowners in Columbus should plan for regular roof inspections, especially after March–July.
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 Columbus, OH
Columbus, OH has recorded 646 hail events since 1954, averaging 20.1 per year. The average hail size is 1.03", with the largest recorded hailstone measuring 3" (baseball-sized).
51% of hail events in Columbus, 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 Columbus contractor listings.
Columbus, OH Storm Season: Month-by-Month Breakdown
Peak storm season in Columbus, OH runs from March through July. The best time to schedule a roof inspection is immediately after, in August.
See our seasonal roof maintenance checklist for what to inspect and when.
Columbus, OH Severe Weather Trend (Last 15 Years)
2024 was the most active year with 198 events and $5.2M in property damage.
Most Damaging Storms in Columbus, OH
The 5 costliest severe weather events recorded in Columbus, OH, ranked by property damage. Understanding your area's storm history helps determine when to repair vs. replace your roof.
The remnants of hurricane Ike raced northeast through the midwest and merged with a frontal boundary across the lower Ohio Valley Sunday morning. Abundant sunshine promoted deep mixing of the atmosphere, and warm, dry air aloft translated down to the surface. Gusty winds in excess of 70 mph persisted for a period of several hours, causing significant damage and widespread power outages.
National Weather Service
A tornado touched down and moved through the Upper Albany West subdivision. Sixty-seven homes were damaged, sixteen of those severely and an additional eight completely destroyed. Many of the homes sustained significant roof, siding and window damage. Much of the damage was F1, with some low end F2 damage to around 120 mph.
National Weather Service
Large hail to golf ball size fell for an extended period of time across the far western portion of the county, causing widespread significant damage. Thirty to forty mobile homes and numerous vehicles were severely damaged. A few subdivisions in the Pataskala area had homes that sustained extensive roof and siding damage.
National Weather Service
Hail up to the size of golf balls affected the north side of the Columbus metro area and southern Delaware county. Hail was extensive from Dublin, through Worthington and Powell, to Westerville. Trees and shrubs were stripped of their foliage and cars and homes sustained significant hail damage. The hail covered the ground in some locations up to six inches deep in Worthington in northern Franklin county and near the Polaris Mall in southern Delaware county.
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Recent Severe Weather in Columbus, OH
The CoCoRaHS observer 3 miles southeast of Reynoldsburg measured 5 inches of snow. Public reports of 5 inches of accumulation were also received from Pickerington, Lithopolis, and 3 miles south of Lit
Two observers north of Pikerington measured 5.4 and 5 inches. A public report from there, and another northwest of Sugar Grove had 4.5 inches of accumulation.
A tree was downed onto power lines along Cleveland Road Southwest.
Several trees were downed in the city of Delaware, including in Mingo Park.
Water completely covered several roads in the Jefferson Farms subdivision, including Glenwood Avenue and Laurelwood Drive.
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 Columbus compares on our U.S. Storm Risk Index.
Protect Your Columbus Roof After Storm Season
With a storm risk score of 80/100, regular roof inspections are recommended for Columbus homeowners — especially after the March–July peak season.
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