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New York Roofing Contractors — Free Statewide Estimates

Last reviewed: May 5, 2026

Enter your New York zip code or call (844) 763-3777 — RoofPros connects you with a state-licensed roofing professional in your zip in under 60 seconds. 310+ New York cities served, climate-aware quotes for humid continental conditions and ice damming, and 24/7 dispatch for storm-damage projects.

Roofing cost calculator — your project in 30 seconds

Move the sliders, pick a material, see your 2026 estimate. Numbers are pulled from 1,247 completed jobs in our network — within ±15% of a real written quote for a comparable home.

Roof size 2,000 sq ft

800 sq ft 6,000 sq ft

Roof pitch 6/12

Flat (2/12) Steep (12/12)

Material

Tear-off included?

No tear-off Roof over existing 1 layer +$1.50/sq ft 2 layers +$3.00/sq ft

New York climate

Why New York roofing is different

New York roofs face specific climate stressors — humid continental conditions plus ice damming and snow load — that demand different specs than the state next door. Your assigned roofing contractor calibrates material, ventilation, and underlayment to local code and weather load.

New York climate metrics affecting roof design
Metric	New York average	Implication for your roof
Average annual snowfall	55″	Ice-dam underlayment + ice-and-water shield required at eaves and valleys.
Average annual rainfall	42″	Standard drip-edge + sealed valleys per IRC R905.
Hail risk	low	Standard architectural shingle systems perform well across New York.
Hurricane / coastal wind	Yes — coastal counties	130 mph wind-rated shingles + ring-shank nails for FORTIFIED Roof eligibility.

The four problems we see most in New York

ice damming
snow load
nor'easter wind
lake-effect snow

Most popular roofing materials in New York

architectural shingleslatestanding-seam metal

For most New York homes, architectural shingle and slate are the two most-installed systems. Asphalt shingles remain the most affordable roofing option; standing-seam metal is the longest-lasting (40–70 years).

Roofing services

Roofing services we cover statewide in New York

Roof-Master New York installs and repairs every residential roof system — architectural shingle re-roofs, standing-seam metal, hail/wind storm restoration, leak repair, gutter installation, and Class 4 impact-rated upgrades — same network across all 310 New York cities.

Service	Typical SLA	Most-requested in
Free roof inspection	Same week	Statewide New York
Storm-damage assessment + tarp	24–48h	New York, Brooklyn
Roof repair (leaks, missing shingles, flashing)	2–3 business days	Statewide New York
Full re-roof (architectural shingle)	1–3 days on-site	Statewide New York
Standing-seam metal roof installation	3–5 days on-site	Rural / agricultural areas
Gutter installation + gutter-guard upgrades	1 day	Statewide New York

Browse all 15 services available in New York

Each service has a dedicated page with pricing, named materials (GAF Timberline HDZ, CertainTeed Landmark, Owens Corning Duration), per-service FAQs, and a licensed local pro for every New York zip code.

Asphalt Shingle Roofing

80% of US homes wear asphalt shingles for a reason — affordability, broad style range, and easy repair. The difference is in installation quality.

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Commercial Roofing

Property managers and facility directors trust us for TPO, EPDM, modified-bitumen, and metal commercial systems with documented R-values.

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Emergency Roofing

When a tree comes through your roof at 11pm, you don't need a quote — you need a tarp. We dispatch emergency crews around the clock.

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Flat Roof Systems

Low-slope roofs need a specialist. Wrong fastening, bad seam welds, or skipped flashing details turn a $30k roof into a $5k tear-out.

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Gutter Installation

A perfect roof still fails if water can't get away from your foundation. We install seamless gutter systems sized to your roof's actual drainage load.

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Metal Roofing

Standing-seam steel, aluminum, and stone-coated steel systems that last two to three times longer than asphalt and earn insurance discounts.

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New Roof Installation

Installing a roof on new construction, an addition, or a complete tear-off rebuild requires a different specialist. Our crews handle everything from joist to ridge cap.

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Residential Roofing

From a 1920s craftsman bungalow to new-build subdivisions, our residential pros match the right system to your home, climate, and budget.

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Roof Inspection

A 25-point professional inspection that documents shingle condition, flashing integrity, ventilation, attic moisture, and remaining roof life.

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Roof Leak Repair

Active leaks rarely come from where the stain shows up. Our leak specialists trace water to its true source and seal it for good.

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Roof Repair

From a single missing shingle to a sagging deck, our local pros diagnose and repair roof issues before they turn into five-figure problems.

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Roof Replacement

When repairs no longer make sense, a full roof replacement adds curb appeal, slashes energy costs, and often pays back at resale.

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Solar Roofing

Pairing a new roof with solar saves on permits, scaffolding, and labor — and the federal tax credit covers up to 30% of the integrated cost.

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Storm Damage Repair

Storm-damaged roofs need fast documentation for insurance and faster repair to prevent secondary damage. We handle both, end to end.

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Tile Roofing

Concrete and clay tile systems for homes that demand timeless curb appeal and the longest residential roof lifespan available.

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Licensing & credentials

New York licensing & credentials

Roof-Master's New York crews carry the licensing your state requires, plus $1M+ general liability insurance, full workers compensation, and at least one of the three top manufacturer certifications.

New York state requirement: New York licensing is by city/county. NYC requires a Home Improvement Contractor license; many counties require their own.

Insurance: $1,000,000+ per-occurrence general liability + workers compensation for every state where the contractor operates.

Manufacturer certifications: GAF Master Elite (top 3% of GAF contractors nationwide), CertainTeed ShingleMaster, and Owens Corning Platinum Preferred — every contractor in our New York network carries at least one.

New York cities we serve

RoofPros dispatches licensed New York contractors in 310 cities covering 36,124,734 residents — search your zip below or pick your city to see your local crew.

New York

Queens County · pop. 19,268,388

Brooklyn

Kings County · pop. 2,736,074

Queens

Queens County · pop. 2,405,464

Manhattan

New York County · pop. 1,694,263

Bronx

Bronx County · pop. 1,472,654

Buffalo

Erie County · pop. 934,832

Rochester

Monroe County · pop. 697,898

Albany

Albany County · pop. 607,238

Staten Island

Richmond County · pop. 495,747

Syracuse

Onondaga County · pop. 402,509

Poughkeepsie

Dutchess County · pop. 318,383

Yonkers

Westchester County · pop. 209,978

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Live Google Maps

Top-rated roofing contractors in New York

Real Google Maps results in New York — verified ratings, addresses, and review counts pulled directly from Google.

4.6(576)

Lakeside Roofing & Contracting

Roofing contractor

2123 NY-14, Geneva, NY 14456

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4.9(335)

Pinnacle Roofing Inc.

Roofing contractor

1101 Wedgewood Heights, Schenectady, NY 12306

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4.9(269)

Ultimate Roofing

Roofing contractor

207 E Campbell Rd, Schenectady, NY 12303

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4.7(71)

Northeastern Roofing & Construction LLC

Roofing contractor

1140 Webster Ave, Utica, NY 13501

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4.9(636)

All Seasons Roofing & Siding Inc

Roofing contractor

12 Columbus St, New Windsor, NY 12553

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4.5(67)

Hudson Valley Roofers Inc.

Roofing contractor

822 W Kaisertown Rd, Montgomery, NY 12549

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Listings pulled from Google Maps on 2026-05-05. Independent businesses listed for comparison; not affiliated with RoofPros USA. Call (844) 763-3777 to be matched with a vetted contractor in our network.

Verified Google reviews

What New York homeowners say about local roofers

Real reviews pulled from Google Maps for top-rated New York roofing contractors — names, ratings, and review snippets verifiable on each reviewer's public Google contributor profile.

Peter Stubler

Google Local Guide · 36 reviews

· 4 months ago

"We hired Lakeside Roofing to install an R-panel metal roof on our 21 year old house. Prior to getting an estimate, we received three recommendations that we reach out to them. We scheduled the installation for late summer. It took about four days. The crew was hard working and courteous. They straightened up each evening and the final cleanup was excellent. We are thrilled with the results. But, the real sign of customer service happened during the winter wind storms. A few pieces of siding trim came loose just above the porch roof. Gene stopped out and had it fixed in less than 2 hours of my call. I highly recommend Lakeside Roofing."

Review for: Lakeside Roofing & Contracting

Randi Millman-Brown

Google Local Guide · 9 reviews

· 6 months ago

"I have had Lakeside Roofing work on my house 3 separate times. They installed new gutters on my house this year and had to make repairs to a previous gutter install from 3 years ago. They did a great job on the repair to a previous install - however, I did have to pay additional costs to get the repairs completed."

Review for: Lakeside Roofing & Contracting

Cole Palen

Google Local Guide · 2 reviews

· 3 months ago

"I cannot say enough good things about Luis, Alex, Emilio, and Alex from the Kanga team. From start to finish, this crew delivered a first-class metal roof installation that exceeded every expectation. They were professional, respectful, and extremely hard-working, with clear attention to detail at every stage of the job. It was obvious they knew exactly what they were doing, from proper underlayment prep and flashing work to clean panel alignment, fastening consistency, and finishing details. Everything that should have been done on a high-quality metal roof install was done correctly. Additionally what set this crew apart, was their empathy and consideration. I was recovering from an injury and had limited mobility, and they went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable, informed, and never felt like an inconvenience. That level of care is rare and speaks volumes about their professionalism and character. They were well-mannered, communicated clearly, and worked tirelessly. The end result is a fantastic roof that reflects both skill and pride in craftsmanship. Solar panels have been installed effectively on the LEED certified metal roof. In combination, a great way to move forward with a more eco-sustainable and eco-safe living approach. Nothing but good things to say about this crew, they did an exceptional job, and I would recommend Luis, Alex, Emilio, and Alex without hesitation. Truly outstanding work."

Review for: Lakeside Roofing & Contracting

Vesper McCrindle

Google Local Guide · 6 reviews

· Edited 6 months ago

"When our roof needed replacement Pinnacle was one of the companies that we got an estimate from. The salesperson arrived on time, was professional and knowledgeable. As he detailed everything that our roof replacement would include I was thinking this is going to be very expensive as it seemed like all the layers and materials would be expensive. I was shocked when Pinnacle was almost $3k less than a local small contractor. The salesperson wasn't high pressure. We signed to have the roof replaced and the crew that arrived to do the replacement arrived on time and were gentlemen. I was carrying a large item out to my car and one of the workers came right over and asked if I needed help. He carried the item for me. The roof was competed in 1 day. I was impressed with the steps that they took to ensure no damage occurred to my landscaping, windows, etc. The cleanup was fantastic, no spare nails, etc left on my driveway or lawn. The foreman was knowledgeable and even hung a downspout that had recently fallen for us. The roof looks incredible and the price was great. Had a wonderful experience with Pinnacle."

Review for: Pinnacle Roofing Inc.

C Quin

Google Local Guide · 16 reviews

· 6 months ago

"I can't say enough great things about Pinnacle Roofing. They've just completed a Davinci Slate roof on our house and the results are absolutely amazing. Everything down to the copper details are beautiful. The process from quote to execution were seamless. The crew were true atisans, always polite and professional. They left the site immaculate every day and kept us apprised of their progress as the job went along. I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for a roofer. Thank you too everyone at Pinnacle for making this job a resounding success!"

Review for: Pinnacle Roofing Inc.

Amy Geddis

Google Local Guide · 1 reviews

· 3 months ago

"Pinnacle Roofing was outstanding from start to finish! From the initial communication to the final cleanup, everything was handled with professionalism and care! They were prompt, thorough, and clearly took pride in their work. The crew arrived on time, worked efficiently, and kept the entire area neat and well organized throughout the job, which made a big difference! The new roof looks absolutely amazing! They also installed two new skylights, and the quality of the workmanship is excellent—everything looks beautiful and was done with great attention to detail. They explained the process clearly, answered all of our questions, and made the entire experience stress-free!! We are extremely happy with the results and would *highly* recommend Pinnacle Roofing to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality work!!"

Review for: Pinnacle Roofing Inc.

Reviews shown verbatim from Google Maps with reviewer name, rating, and date as published by the reviewer. Click any name to verify on the reviewer's public Google contributor profile. Independent of RoofPros USA — listed for transparency and comparison.

NOAA Storm Events Database

Recent severe-weather roof damage in New York

New York recorded 2,419 severe-weather events from 2024–2025–2026 — including 141 hail, 2,238 damaging-wind, and 40 tornado events. The largest hail measured 2.5″ in diameter. Source: NOAA Storm Events Database.

141

Hail events

2,238

Wind events

Tornadoes

2.5″

Largest hail

Largest hail events in New York, 2024–2025–2026
Date	County	Hail size	Damage potential
15-JUL-24	ONTARIO	2.5″	Severe — likely full roof replacement
05-JUN-25	STEUBEN	2.5″	Severe — likely full roof replacement
05-JUN-25	STEUBEN	2″	High — shingle damage typical
03-JUL-25	BROOME	2″	High — shingle damage typical
15-JUL-24	ONTARIO	1.75″	High — shingle damage typical

If your New York roof was in any of these counties on a recorded hail date, you likely have an insurance-eligible damage claim. Most carriers (State Farm, Allstate, USAA, Liberty Mutual) cover hail-damage roof replacement after the deductible. Get a free storm-damage assessment →

Insurance & financing

Insurance claims & financing in New York

RoofPros files your New York insurance claim end-to-end — timestamped photos within 48 hours, an Xactimate-format supplement filed with your carrier, an on-site adjuster meeting led by our project manager, and direct billing with State Farm, Allstate, USAA, Liberty Mutual, Travelers, and Farmers. Storm damage in most states carries a 4-year statute of limitations for property-damage claims — check yours promptly after any regional event.

Carriers we direct-bill in New York

State Farm
Allstate
USAA
Liberty Mutual
Travelers
Farmers

Direct billing eligibility varies by state and policy. Carrier names and logos shown for informational purposes — RoofPros USA is independent of and not endorsed by any insurance carrier.

Financing options

0% APR for 12–18 months or extended-term financing through GreenSky and Service Finance Company. Most quotes approved same-day. Veterans and active military receive an additional 5% discount on residential replacement projects in New York.

Standard New York deposit terms

Typical roofing project deposit: 25%–30%, with the balance due only after final inspection and a walk-through with our project manager. Anyone demanding full payment upfront is a red flag — walk away.

About

About RoofPros New York

RoofPros USA is a contractor-vetting and lead-matching platform that connects New York homeowners with state-licensed local roofing professionals. Founded in 2014, we serve homeowners and property managers in all 50 states and have placed 1,247+ roofs to date.

Reviewed by Mark Hennessey, Director of Contractor Operations — 17 years in roofing, holder of the RCI Certified Roof Consultant credential (#38291) and member of the NRCA.

Last reviewed: May 5, 2026 · Next review: November 2026

Our New York vetting methodology

Before any contractor joins our New York network we pull and verify:

01 We pull the contractor's active New York state or municipal roofing license and verify it against the issuing board's online registry.
02 We require a general liability certificate showing $1,000,000+ per-occurrence coverage.
03 We require a workers compensation certificate for New York and every other state the contractor operates in.
04 We confirm at least one active manufacturer certification — GAF Master Elite, CertainTeed ShingleMaster, or Owens Corning Platinum Preferred.
05 We pull the BBB profile (minimum rating A-).
06 We audit public review profiles — Google, BBB, and Angi — for ≥ 4.5★ across ≥ 25 reviews.
07 Our regional ops manager conducts an in-person New York crew interview before the contractor takes any leads.

Our regional ops team re-verifies every contractor's documentation every 12 months. We remove any contractor who fails re-verification from the network within 30 days. Network contractors are independent businesses, not employees of RoofPros USA.

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Roofing FAQ for New York homeowners

What is the 25% rule for roofing in New York?

If more than 25% of your shingles show storm damage, granule loss, lifting, or curling, full replacement usually beats patch repair on lifecycle cost. New York insurance carriers also use this threshold — once 25% of a roof slope is damaged by a covered peril, most policies pay to replace the entire slope rather than repair it. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) treats 25% as the standard repair-vs-replace inflection point.

What's the average cost of a new roof in New York?

For a typical 2,000 sq ft (≈22-square) New York home with architectural shingle, plan on $14,200 including tear-off, decking inspection, ice-and-water shield, drip edge, and a manufacturer-registered warranty. Standing-seam metal runs roughly 2–3× that figure but lasts 40–70 years. Repair-only jobs run $380–$1,800 with $1,100 the average roofing-repair-project spend.

How do I tell if a New York roofer is dishonest?

Five red flags every New York homeowner should watch for: (1) door-knockers showing up after a storm with no local address, (2) demands for full payment upfront — standard deposit is 25–30% with the balance due after final inspection, (3) no written, itemized estimate with named materials and brand, (4) verbal "guarantee" instead of a written manufacturer + workmanship warranty, and (5) no proof of $1M+ general liability insurance and workers compensation. Always verify the contractor in your state's online registry and the BBB before signing.

What is the cheapest time of year to get a new roof in New York?

Late winter through early spring (typically February–April) is the cheapest time to schedule a New York roof replacement. Demand is lowest, crews have open calendars, and contractors often discount 5–15%. Avoid the August–October peak when storm-damage claims spike. Emergency repairs are available year-round.

Do I need a licensed roofer in New York?

New York licensing is by city/county. NYC requires a Home Improvement Contractor license; many counties require their own.

What roof material works best in New York?

Given New York's humid continental climate, the most popular choices are architectural shingle, slate, standing-seam metal. Local building practices, hail and wind risk, and snow load all factor in — your assigned local roofing contractor recommends the right system after a free inspection.

What's the most common roof problem in New York?

ice damming is the leading roof issue in New York, followed by snow load and nor'easter wind.

How long does it take to get a quote in New York?

Most New York homeowners get a written, itemized quote within one business hour of submitting our online form. Your assigned roofing professional schedules an in-home inspection within 2–3 business days, and active leaks get same-day emergency tarping in major metros.

What is the 25% rule for roofing?

The 25% Rule in roofing serves as a guideline for both homeowners and contractors when planning roofing projects. Basically, it means that if more than 25% of your roof's surface needs repairs, it's often wiser to contemplate a full replacement rather than patchwork.

What is the best time of year to replace shingles?

Fall is considered the best time to schedule a roofing project because it often boasts the best temperature range for roof installation. The weather has cooled off from summer highs, but it hasn't gotten too cold yet.

How much does a new roof cost in NY?

On average, replacing a roof in New York can cost anywhere from $8,000 to $15,000. The price can vary based on factors like the size of your home, the new roofing material you choose, and how complicated the installation is.

Is $25,000 a lot for a new roof?

The average cost is around $17,500, with a common range of $11,875 to $25,000. However, the final price depends heavily on your roof's true surface area.

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