Roofing Contractors in Lafayette, LA
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Lafayette, LA
Finding a Roofing Contractor in Lafayette, LA
Roofer Directory lists 39 roofing-eligible contractors in the Lafayette, LA market, including 36 businesses categorized specifically as roofing companies. Together these listings hold 2,281 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 34 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 Lafayette. 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 Louisiana roofing markets to compare nearby cities.
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Lafayette, LA Storm Risk & Roof Damage History
Over the past 74 years, Lafayette, LA has recorded 1,607 severe weather events and $4.7B in property damage. With 8.1 hail events, 22.9 wind events, and 252 tornadoes on record, homeowners in Lafayette should plan for regular roof inspections, especially after April–May.
Based on NOAA data from 1952-2025. 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 Lafayette, LA
Lafayette, LA has recorded 292 hail events since 1952, averaging 8.1 per year. The average hail size is 1.2", with the largest recorded hailstone measuring 4.25" (softball-sized).
62% of hail events in Lafayette, LA 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 Lafayette contractor listings.
Lafayette, LA Storm Season: Month-by-Month Breakdown
Peak storm season in Lafayette, LA runs from April through May. The best time to schedule a roof inspection is immediately after, in June.
See our seasonal roof maintenance checklist for what to inspect and when.
Lafayette, LA Severe Weather Trend (Last 15 Years)
2024 was the most active year with 182 events and $1.6M in property damage.
Most Damaging Storms in Lafayette, LA
The 5 costliest severe weather events recorded in Lafayette, LA, ranked by property damage. Understanding your area's storm history helps determine when to repair vs. replace your roof.
A tropical wave moved into the Caribbean in early October and became a tropical depression by the 5th. The system quickly gained strength and obtained category 4 status before shear weakened it back to a category 2. The hurricane weakened farther while over the Yucatan Peninsula, however after moving into the southern gulf and toward Louisiana it again obtained category 2 status. Delta made land fall on the 9th near where Hurricane Laura did just 6 weeks prior. Wind gusts around 100 mph, rain...
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A tropical wave emerged off of Africa during August 16 and then developed into a depression by the 20th. The system gradually became better organized as it passed across the Greater Antilles. It entered the Gulf of Mexico and became a hurricane on the 25th. Outer bands spread inland during the afternoon of the 26th and it made landfall at Cameron at 1AM local time on the 27th as the first category 4 hurricane to landfall in Southwest Louisiana and the strongest Louisiana hurricane since 1856....
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Heavy rain fell on the 12th, 13th, and 14th and gradually drained into the Mermentau River. Interstate 10 became closed as the river flowed across the roadway from the end of the flash flood event on the 14th through the next few days while the river crested. At the town of Mermentau the river crested at 10.8 feet which was the 5th highest recorded crest. Flood stage is 4 feet. Many roadways and homes stayed flooded for multiple days as the water slowly drained after the flash flood event.
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Street flooding along Ambassador Caffery and a few other poorly drained streets were first reported during the early morning of the 12th. High rainfall rates continued through the day with many streets being flooded and some structures by mid morning. Widespread flooding of vehicles, structures, and high water rescues began during the late morning across Lafayette Parish. The Vermilion River reached major flood stage by sunrise on the 13th and remained above major flood stage for 5 and a half...
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Hurricane Gustav caused wind damage, flash flooding, and several tornadoes across southwest Louisiana.||Hustav made landfall in Terrebonne Parish in the morning of September 2nd as a category 2 hurricane with sustained winds of 110 mph.||Gustav moved northwest, almost up along Highway 90 across St. Mary, Iberia, St. Martin, and Lafayette Parishes. The highest measured wind gusts were 85 mph at a research site near Abbeville, LA in Vermilion Parish. However, wind speeds were estimated between ...
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Recent Severe Weather in Lafayette, LA
Heavy rain fell across sections of Lafayette with totals ranging from 4 to 6 inches. Ponding on streets occurred in Lafayette and the Vermilion River reached minor flood stage at Surrey Street.
Two power poles were snapped in the Cow Island community.
A tree fell onto a house on Pearl Street trapping people inside.
Three power poles were broken near Crowley resulting in 1,976 customers without power. Two more poles were broken near Estherwood along with minor roof damage to a home.
Heavy rain caused minor street flooding around Lafayette.
Data: NOAA Storm Events Database (National Centers for Environmental Information). Last updated 2026-06-12. Covers 1952-2025. Hail, wind, and tornado data from 1952. All event types from 1996. See how Lafayette compares on our U.S. Storm Risk Index.
Protect Your Lafayette Roof After Storm Season
With a storm risk score of 85/100, regular roof inspections are recommended for Lafayette homeowners — especially after the April–May peak season.
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