Roofing Contractors in San Jose, CA
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San Jose, CA
Finding a Roofing Contractor in San Jose, CA
Roofer Directory lists 89 roofing-eligible contractors in the San Jose, CA market, including 86 businesses categorized specifically as roofing companies. Together these listings hold 2,621 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 71 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 San Jose. 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 California roofing markets to compare nearby cities.
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San Jose, CA Storm Risk & Roof Damage History
Over the past 76 years, San Jose, CA has recorded 339 severe weather events and $21.8M in property damage. With 3.5 hail events, 4.7 wind events, and 6 tornadoes on record, homeowners in San Jose should plan for regular roof inspections, especially after January–March.
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 San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA has recorded 37 hail events since 1951, averaging 3.5 per year. The average hail size is 0.3", with the largest recorded hailstone measuring 1" (quarter-sized).
3% of hail events in San Jose, CA 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 San Jose contractor listings.
San Jose, CA Storm Season: Month-by-Month Breakdown
Peak storm season in San Jose, CA runs from January through March. The best time to schedule a roof inspection is immediately after, in April.
See our seasonal roof maintenance checklist for what to inspect and when.
San Jose, CA Severe Weather Trend (Last 15 Years)
2017 was the most active year with 68 events and $10.0M in property damage.
Most Damaging Storms in San Jose, CA
The 5 costliest severe weather events recorded in San Jose, CA, ranked by property damage. Understanding your area's storm history helps determine when to repair vs. replace your roof.
The second in a series of three storms between January 18-23. Storm two occurred January 19-20. Heavy rain, strong winds, and small hail were observed with this frontal system as well as lightning strikes in San Francisco.
National Weather Service
A series of storm systems, part of a large Atmospheric River type of pattern, impacted the area during late December 2012. From the 21st through 26th of December, heavy rain, gusty winds, flooding, and mudslides occurred across the Bay Area in these consecutive events. Downed trees, powerlines, and flooded roadways impacted residents over the Christmas holiday season. The event included a tornado touchdown on the coast of Santa Cruz County which brought extensive damage to portions of a green...
National Weather Service
A Tornado touched down in the Chevy Chase residential area of Sunnyvale, CA near Hwy 85. The storm survey assessed the Damage to 15 home and a large chucrch as a mininimal F2.. One woman was injured when struck by flying debris. The storm was well documented on a video shot by a person from their backyard. The storm appears to be rotating anticyclonically from this video. This storm apparently developed from thunderstorms that developed in the lee of the Santa Cruz mountains over the W ...
National Weather Service
Recent Severe Weather in San Jose, CA
The connector between southbound Highway 17 to southbound Interstate 280 was flooded.
A 114 mph wind gust was reported on Copernicus Peak on Mount Hamilton, damaging the Lick Observatory on the mountain. Time approximate based on intense radar returns in the vicinity.
The PG&E station on Mount Umunhum reported a gust of 90 mph.
The PG&E station on Black Mountain reported a gust of 75 mph.
The PG&E station at Fowler Road reported a wind gust of 46 mph.
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 San Jose compares on our U.S. Storm Risk Index.
Protect Your San Jose Roof After Storm Season
With a storm risk score of 11/100, regular roof inspections are recommended for San Jose homeowners — especially after the January–March peak season.
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