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Roofing in Washington, DC

Compare 10 local roofing pros. Typical service: $421–$1894.

Top Roofing Companies in Washington

  1. 1.United Roofing LLC

    5.0★ (399 reviews)

    5.0★ from 399 reviews

  2. 2.Kelbie Home Improvement - Washington, DC Flat Roof Services

    5.0★ (27 reviews)

    5.0★ from 27 reviews

  3. 3.Robert Daniel Roofing

    5.0★ (25 reviews)

    5.0★ from 25 reviews

  4. 4.Brothers Leon Roofing Services

    5.0★ (25 reviews)

    5.0★ from 25 reviews

  5. 5.ASAP Roofing & Exteriors

    4.3★ (28 reviews)

    4.3★ from 28 reviews

  6. 6.GoTech Roofing

    5.0★ (16 reviews)

    5.0★ from 16 reviews

  7. 7.Keith Roofing

    4.6★ (20 reviews)

    4.6★ from 20 reviews

  8. 8.The Kings of Roofing Installation Service

    5.0★ (15 reviews)

    5.0★ from 15 reviews

  9. 9.Mackay Roofing

    4.5★ (11 reviews)

    4.5★ from 11 reviews

  10. 10.A One Roofing Solutions

Roofing Cost in Washington

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Washington
Roof repair$421–$1,894/job
Roof inspection$105–$316/job
Roof replacement$8,416–$23,144/job

Roofing prices in Washington run about 5% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 10 companies serving Washington, rated 4.8★ on average across 566 customer reviews.

Washington Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Washington's weather means for scheduling roofing.

Last spring frost
April 1
First fall frost
November 2
Annual precipitation
43.53"
Heating degree days
4,178
Cooling degree days
1,533
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan26.7°44.3°3.09"
Feb28.8°48°2.9"
Mar36°56.4°3.72"
Apr45.3°67.5°3.51"
May55.1°76.7°4.28"
Jun64.7°85.6°4.08"
Jul69.6°89.6°4.32"
Aug67.7°88.3°3.41"
Sep59.4°81.1°3.76"
Oct47°69.9°3.79"
Nov38.3°59.3°3.47"
Dec30.1°48.2°3.2"

NOAA station data 2.57 miles from Washington.

Permits & Regulations in DC

Permit typically required

  • The District issues no roofing-specific license; residential roofing runs under a Basic Business License with the Home Improvement Contractor endorsement
  • The endorsement requires a $25,000 surety bond and a Clean Hands certificate from the Office of Tax and Revenue
  • Hiring an unlicensed subcontractor makes both parties liable for a Class 1 infraction

License required: DC Basic Business License with Home Improvement Contractor endorsement

Sources: dlcp.dc.gov

Roofing FAQs for Washington

How much does roof repair cost in Washington?

Roof repair in Washington typically runs $421-$1894 per job.

Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Washington, DC?

In DC, The District issues no roofing-specific license; residential roofing runs under a Basic Business License with the Home Improvement Contractor endorsement. Check with the Washington building department before work starts.

How many roofers serve Washington?

We track 10 roofing professionals serving Washington.

How much rain does a Washington roof take?

Washington averages 43.53 inches of rain a year, which is the load the flashing, valleys and underlayment actually have to handle.

How does Washington heat affect shingles?

Summer highs near 90F in Washington accelerate asphalt shingle aging, so roofs here often show granule loss earlier than the warranty term suggests.

Is roofing in Washington more expensive than the national average?

Roofing in Washington runs about +5.2% versus the national average.

Do Washington roofs face freeze-thaw damage?

With winter lows near 27F and 4,178 heating degree days, Washington roofs see enough cold cycling to make ice and flashing detail worth a look before winter.

When is the best time to reroof in Washington?

Asphalt shingles seal best in warm weather, so Washington crews generally aim to finish before the first frost around November 2.