Roofing Contractors in Detroit, MI
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Detroit, MI
Finding a Roofing Contractor in Detroit, MI
Roofer Directory lists 40 roofing-eligible contractors in the Detroit, MI market, including 38 businesses categorized specifically as roofing companies. Together these listings hold 12,263 Google reviews, and the average rating across them is 4.7 stars. Every contractor shown here maintains at least a 4.0-star rating, and 28 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 Detroit. 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 Michigan roofing markets to compare nearby cities.
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Detroit, MI Storm Risk & Roof Damage History
Over the past 76 years, Detroit, MI has recorded 4,629 severe weather events and $3.1B in property damage. With 13.8 hail events, 62.2 wind events, and 157 tornadoes on record, homeowners in Detroit should plan for regular roof inspections, especially after June–August.
Based on NOAA data from 1951-2026. 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 Detroit, MI
Detroit, MI has recorded 999 hail events since 1951, averaging 13.8 per year. The average hail size is 1.02", with the largest recorded hailstone measuring 4.5" (grapefruit-sized or larger).
49% of hail events in Detroit, MI 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 Detroit contractor listings.
Detroit, MI Storm Season: Month-by-Month Breakdown
Peak storm season in Detroit, MI runs from June 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.
Detroit, MI Severe Weather Trend (Last 15 Years)
2014 was the most active year with 237 events and $1.8B in property damage.
Most Damaging Storms in Detroit, MI
The 5 costliest severe weather events recorded in Detroit, MI, ranked by property damage. Understanding your area's storm history helps determine when to repair vs. replace your roof.
After several weeks of moderate to severe drought conditions in Southeast Michigan, an active weather pattern brought widespread rainfall and flooding to Metro Detroit and surrounding areas during the weekend of June 25-27th. Low pressure tracking along a stalled stationary boundary interacted with a very moist subtropical air mass to produce widespread 3 to 5 inches of rainfall across Metro Detroit (localized 6 to 8 inches), resulting in numerous reports of major flooding within the Detroit ...
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A non thunderstorm event took place over the state on Wednesday, March 8, 2017, as high winds brought wind gusts in excess of 60 mph! The high winds took out power lines and trees, along with numerous reports of structural damage to buildings. There were also reports of brush fires and tractor-trailers flipped over around the area. Due to the extensive damage, many areas were without power for several days. Approximately 800,000 DTE customers and approximately 300,000 Consumers Energy custome...
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A historic rainfall event unfolded over Southeast Michigan on Monday, August 11, leading to major flooding and road closures. This event was caused by a strengthening low pressure system moving over the area, focusing the tropical moisture which came up from the south. The hardest hit areas included Metro Detroit and surrounding communities, along with Flint and the Saginaw Valley areas. Wayne, Southern Oakland and Macomb counties saw the worst of the flooding as 4 to 6 inches of rain fel...
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An arctic frontal boundary moved south of the state by the morning of April 3, 2003. This front dropped temperatures to the freezing mark generally along and north of a Brighton to St Clair Shores line. Then, a series of low pressure systems moved across the front. This allowed very warm and moist air to lift north overtop of the sub-freezing temperatures near the ground. The first wave of precipitation moved across eastern Michigan late in the evening on April 3rd and continued through the m...
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Recent Severe Weather in Detroit, MI
Trees were reported down across Central Livingston County, particularly in and around Howell.
Two trees uprooted near 24 mile Rd and Dequindre Road.
Water over roadway with multiple stranded vehicles near Stamford Rd and MacArthur Blvd. Water over roadway with a vehicle stranded near Washtenaw Ave and Glencoe Hills Drive. Curb to curb street flood
Data: NOAA Storm Events Database (National Centers for Environmental Information). Last updated 2026-06-12. Covers 1951-2026. Hail, wind, and tornado data from 1951. All event types from 1996. See how Detroit compares on our U.S. Storm Risk Index.
Protect Your Detroit Roof After Storm Season
With a storm risk score of 88/100, regular roof inspections are recommended for Detroit homeowners — especially after the June–August peak season.
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