Roofing Contractors in Lincoln, NE
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Lincoln, NE
Finding a Roofing Contractor in Lincoln, NE
Roofer Directory lists 63 roofing-eligible contractors in the Lincoln, NE market, including 59 businesses categorized specifically as roofing companies. Together these listings hold 4,349 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 50 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 Lincoln. 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 Nebraska roofing markets to compare nearby cities.
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Lincoln, NE Storm Risk & Roof Damage History
Over the past 77 years, Lincoln, NE has recorded 2,353 severe weather events and $378.1M in property damage. With 21.9 hail events, 31.8 wind events, and 146 tornadoes on record, homeowners in Lincoln should plan for regular roof inspections, especially after May–July.
Based on NOAA data from 1950-2026. 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 Lincoln, NE
Lincoln, NE has recorded 978 hail events since 1950, averaging 21.9 per year. The average hail size is 1.27", with the largest recorded hailstone measuring 5" (grapefruit-sized or larger).
68% of hail events in Lincoln, NE 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 Lincoln contractor listings.
Lincoln, NE Storm Season: Month-by-Month Breakdown
Peak storm season in Lincoln, NE runs from May 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.
Lincoln, NE Severe Weather Trend (Last 15 Years)
2024 was the most active year with 136 events and $6.0M in property damage.
Most Damaging Storms in Lincoln, NE
The 5 costliest severe weather events recorded in Lincoln, NE, ranked by property damage. Understanding your area's storm history helps determine when to repair vs. replace your roof.
A 971mb bomb cyclone moved out of the central Rockies on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 and helped to create widespread, moderate to major, and in many cases historic, flooding across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. From 4 to 15 inches of snow cover remained across the mid Missouri River valley, and the ground was frozen with existing frost depths of 15 to 23 inches. Warm temperatures allowed all of the snow to rapidly melt and record moisture allowed 1 to 2.5 inches of rain to fall over a 48 h...
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Record rainfall of 5 to 10 inches fell across Lancaster County, and the Salt Creek basin on the evening of the 6th into the early morning of the 7th. This led to significant flooding along the creek, from near Roca north through the Lincoln metro area. The flooding resulted in numerous road closures, water rescues and some mandatory evacuations. The flooding was largely contained within the levy system within the city of Lincoln, but many parks and low-lined areas were flooded.
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This long tracked tornado is often referred to as the Hallam tornado. It initially touched down 3 miles west of Daykin in northern Jefferson county. The tornado was rated an f0 or f1 in Jefferson county damaging farm outbuildings, grain bins and trees. From there the tornado crossed into Saline county southwest of Western and remained an f0 or f1 until it struck the southern portion of Wilber where it strengthened to f2. Roofs were blown off of homes just southeast of Wilber.The tornado tra...
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Recent Severe Weather in Lincoln, NE
Personal weather station measured wind gust of 58 mph near Staplehurst, NE.
No observations within the county. Estimated maximum wind gusts of 58-60 mph based on surrounding observations.
Personal weather station measured wind gust of 59 mph near Ceresco, NE and 58 mph near Ithaca, NE.
Personal weather station measured wind gust of 60 mph near Ithaca, NE.
Amateur radio report of hail measured up to 1 inches in diameter. Hail lasted an estimated 7 minutes.
Data: NOAA Storm Events Database (National Centers for Environmental Information). Last updated 2026-06-12. Covers 1950-2026. Hail, wind, and tornado data from 1950. All event types from 1996. See how Lincoln compares on our U.S. Storm Risk Index.
Protect Your Lincoln Roof After Storm Season
With a storm risk score of 81/100, regular roof inspections are recommended for Lincoln homeowners — especially after the May–July peak season.
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