Roofing Contractors in Grand Rapids, MI
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Grand Rapids, MI
Finding a Roofing Contractor in Grand Rapids, MI
Roofer Directory lists 73 roofing-eligible contractors in the Grand Rapids, MI market, including 70 businesses categorized specifically as roofing companies. Together these listings hold 9,718 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 54 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 Grand Rapids. 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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Grand Rapids, MI Storm Risk & Roof Damage History
Over the past 73 years, Grand Rapids, MI has recorded 1,899 severe weather events and $387.2M in property damage. With 3 hail events, 17.8 wind events, and 125 tornadoes on record, homeowners in Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids, MI has recorded 371 hail events since 1954, averaging 3 per year. The average hail size is 1.1", with the largest recorded hailstone measuring 4" (softball-sized).
54% of hail events in Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids contractor listings.
Grand Rapids, MI Storm Season: Month-by-Month Breakdown
Peak storm season in Grand Rapids, MI 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.
Grand Rapids, MI Severe Weather Trend (Last 15 Years)
2024 was the most active year with 62 events and $5.4M in property damage.
Most Damaging Storms in Grand Rapids, MI
The 5 costliest severe weather events recorded in Grand Rapids, MI, ranked by property damage. Understanding your area's storm history helps determine when to repair vs. replace your roof.
Severe storms developed during the evening hours in an extremely unstable environment. Two tornadoes occurred. The first tornado touched down in west central Kent County from Alpine Township to Plainfield Township and was rated an EF-1. The second tornado touched down in eastern Ingham County from Williamston to Webberville, before continuing on into Livingston County, and was rated an EF-2 in Ingham County before weakening to an EF-1 in Livingston County. The thunderstorms produced numerous ...
National Weather Service
Widespread non thunderstorm wind gusts of 60 to 70 mph caused hundreds of thousands of people to lose power on March 8th. At one point slightly over one million people were without power in Michigan. The winds caused numerous trees and tree limbs to fall and downed thousands of power lines. The winds also caused damage to many homes and numerous homes incurred significant roof damage. Two people were killed in central lower Michigan in Clare county near the Osceola and Clare county line w...
National Weather Service
Damage to both trees and structures were found along the tornado path. A Circa 1940 pole barn was destroyed and numerous trees were snapped or uprooted just over a half a mile west of Chicora north of 108th Avenue. Further down the tornado's path, garage doors were blown out and carried 300 yards while two boats were blown out of the garage. The house suffered 80% shingle loss with one 2-foot diameter hole in the roof on the home's west side. This was approximately 0.35 miles north of Chico...
National Weather Service
Damage surveys conducted by the National Weather Service Office in Grand Rapids, MI, in addition to trained spotter reports, local media meteorologist input, emergency management officials, and a review of National Weather Service Doppler Radar, indicate the widespread and severe damage which occurred with the fast-moving line of thunderstorms during the early morning hours of Sunday, May 31st, was caused primarily by strong straight-line winds and isolated wet microburst winds. This particul...
National Weather Service
Recent Severe Weather in Grand Rapids, MI
Wind gusts over 60 mph with sustained winds of 20 to 35 mph. Around 3 to 6 inches of snow county wide. Numerous traffic accidents and power outages occurred county wide. Travel was near impossible at
Trained spotters reported 8 to 15 inches of snow across Ottawa County from lake effect snow. Most of the snow fell in less than a 12 hour period.
Between 6 and 12 inches of snow fell countywide. Travel was significantly impacted.
Wind gusts over 50 mph were common across Allegan County for more than 18 hours. Snow amounts of up to 6 inches occurred with significant travel impacts reported.
Multiple reports of downed trees across Central Allegan Co.
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 Grand Rapids compares on our U.S. Storm Risk Index.
Protect Your Grand Rapids Roof After Storm Season
With a storm risk score of 61/100, regular roof inspections are recommended for Grand Rapids homeowners — especially after the May–August peak season.
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