Best Roofers in St. Louis MO

Asphalt shingle roof replacement in St. Louis typically runs $7,500 to $18,000. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles are recommended for St. Louis's significant hail exposure and qualify for insurance premium discounts of 10–25% with Missouri carriers. Metal roofing costs $14,000 to $34,000 and provides excellent performance in St. Louis's combination of hail, wind, ice, and UV extremes.

Yes, most Missouri homeowner's policies cover ice storm damage, including damage from ice accumulation causing structural stress or gutter failure. Ice storm damage is typically covered under the windstorm/hail or 'other perils' section of your policy. Document all damage with photos before any repairs. Gutter damage from ice accumulation is usually covered when it causes damage to fascia or the roof edge.

St. Louis roofs face a combination of challenges unique to the Midwest: spring hail events (March through June are peak hail months), summer severe thunderstorm wind damage, fall tornado risk, and winter ice accumulation. The most common issue is hail-damaged shingles that pass the visual test but have lost granule protection, leading to accelerated UV degradation. Annual post-storm inspections are recommended for St. Louis homeowners.

Yes. For homes in the Metro East area (Belleville, O'Fallon IL, Edwardsville, Collinsville), Illinois requires roofing contractors to hold an Illinois Roofing Contractor License from the IDFPR. This is a separate license from Missouri requirements. Make sure any contractor you hire for Illinois-side work holds a valid Illinois license — not just Missouri registration.

Most single-family residential roof replacements in St Louis can be completed in one to two days, weather permitting. Larger or more complex roofs — steeply pitched, multi-story, or with multiple valleys — may take two to three days. Your contractor should give you a firm start date and a same-day or next-day completion commitment once materials are staged.

If less than 30% of your roof surface is damaged and the decking underneath is sound, repair is usually more cost-effective. Signs that point toward full replacement include widespread granule loss, multiple layers of shingles already in place, shingles older than 20 years, sagging sections, or decking rot. A licensed MO roofing contractor can provide a written inspection report with a clear recommendation.

You should receive two warranties: a manufacturer's material warranty (typically 30 years to lifetime on architectural shingles) and a contractor workmanship warranty (at minimum 5 years, often 10+ from certified installers). GAF MasterElite and Owens Corning Preferred contractors in St Louis can offer enhanced system warranties that cover both materials and labor from the manufacturer.

Yes, but expect significant noise throughout the workday. Crews typically start early and work until dusk to complete the job quickly. If you work from home or have young children or pets sensitive to noise, arrange to be elsewhere during tear-off day — usually the loudest phase. Your contractor should walk you through the daily schedule before work begins.

Permit requirements vary by municipality but most jurisdictions in MO require a building permit for full roof replacements. Reputable St Louis roofing contractors pull permits as a matter of course and factor the cost into their estimates. If a contractor offers to skip the permit to save money, treat it as a red flag — unpermitted roofing work can create problems when you sell.

Metal roofing typically costs 2–3x more upfront than architectural asphalt shingles but can last 40–70 years versus 20–30 for shingles. In St Louis's climate, metal's superior wind resistance and energy-reflective properties can lower cooling costs. If you plan to stay in the home long-term or want the lowest lifetime cost, metal roofing is worth the higher initial investment.