Common problems
- Leaks around a chimney or skylight
- Ice dams in winter
- Missing or curled shingles
Services
- Leak repair
- Shingle replacement
- Full roof replacement estimates
Safety first: After storm damage, stay off the roof. Put a bucket under drips and take photos for your insurance company.
Get connected
Online requests are coming soon. For now, Call 1-844-31-HOME-5(844) 314-6635 and we will connect you with an independent local company.
Detroit homes, up close
Building permits are filed online with the Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department. Many older homes heat with boilers or older gravity furnaces.
Older homes with basements are prone to backups during heavy summer storms. Older homes may have several layers of roofing, chimneys and dormers, which makes flashing details especially important.
Ice dams form when heat melts snow that refreezes at the eaves, forcing water under shingles. Insulation and ventilation help. The Great Lakes Water Authority draws water from the Detroit River and Lake Huron.
Rules and utilities worth knowing
Roofing contractors in Michigan need a maintenance and alteration contractor license with roofing listed on it. Ask for a written estimate that lists materials, tear-off, disposal and how any rotten decking will be handled.
Common reasons for a call
You may want a roofing contractor if you notice any of these:
- Missing or curled shingles
- Leaks around a chimney or skylight
- Ice dams in winter
A little prep helps
Note the age of the roof if you know it, and any past repairs.
How the connection works
- Give us a short description and a good callback number.
- A local roofing contractor who works in Detroit gets your request.
- The two of you settle on a time and a price, or you walk away.
Questions from Detroit residents
Should I get a roof inspection after a storm?
It is a good idea after high winds or hail, even if you do not see damage from the ground. Small problems are easier to fix early.
Is it safe to go on my roof?
It is better to let a pro handle it. Falls are a serious risk. Ladders and wet or steep surfaces cause serious injuries every year, and a pair of binoculars from the ground is a safer first look.
How do I know if my roof needs replacing?
Widespread curling, missing shingles, granule loss and repeated leaks are signs. An inspection can tell you more. Leaks that keep returning in different spots are another clue that patching may no longer be enough.
Which parts of Detroit can you help with?
Pros we work with cover Detroit neighborhoods such as Boston-Edison, Indian Village, Palmer Woods and East English Village, in ZIP codes 48201, 48202, 48203, 48204, 48205 and others. Availability changes day to day, and we will be upfront if nobody can take the job.
We are a referral service, so the pro you speak with sets the schedule and the price. Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Detroit, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 48201, 48202, 48203, 48204, 48205, 48206, 48207, 48208, 48209, 48210, 48211, 48212, 48213, 48214, 48215, 48216, 48217, 48219, 48221, 48223, 48224, 48226, 48227, 48228, 48233, 48234, 48235, 48238, 48243
HamtramckHazel ParkFerndaleOak ParkDearbornMelvindaleWarrenMadison HeightsRoyal OakBerkleyGrosse Pointe ParkHarper WoodsEastpointeDearborn HeightsAllen ParkSouthfieldLincoln ParkClawsonGrosse Pointe WoodsBeverly HillsRosevilleWyandotteBirminghamInksterGarden CitySt. Clair ShoresFraserSouthgateTaylorLivonia
Other services in Detroit
Appliance RepairElectricalGarage DoorHeating & CoolingLocksmithPest ControlPlumbingWater Heater
To be clear, VendorReach does not send its own crews. When you call or send a request, we connect you with an independent roofing contractor who sets the price and schedules the visit. Get the details in writing if that makes you more comfortable.