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10 Best Roofing Companies in Columbus, OH (Updated 2026)

TenBestFind ranks 10 roofing companies in Columbus, OH. Each company was checked against the criteria set out under How we chose. Each entry below says why the company was picked and what to weigh before hiring. Marcus Reed last reviewed the list on October 10, 2026.

Cardinal Roofing and Construction (5.0 from 228 Google reviews) and Cap City Restoration (4.9 from 173) lead our list of the 10 best roofing companies in Columbus, followed by JF Baker Roofing, a family firm that has roofed the city since 1929. Every company below is open, rated 4.5 or higher on Google with at least 50 reviews, has a working website, and has a base inside Columbus. We read the ratings on October 10, 2026.

The Ranking

Our top 10 roofing companies in Columbus

Columbus roofs take a beating from two directions. Spring and summer storms bring hail and straight-line wind that strip shingles across neighborhoods in a single afternoon, and the freeze and thaw cycles from December to March open up flashing and valleys that looked fine in the fall. Much of the housing near the core, in Clintonville, the Near East Side, Merion Village and the Short North, is a century old, so a replacement often turns into a deck repair, a ventilation fix or a flat-roof section on a porch. Suburban subdivisions in the north and west have large, steep roofs where insurance claims after hail are common, and several companies on this list build their business around those claims. Ohio has no statewide roofing license, which makes your own checks more important. Before signing, ask for a current certificate of liability insurance and proof of workers' compensation coverage, get the scope, shingle brand and warranty in a written contract, and look the company up on the Ohio Secretary of State business search. Some companies below list license-style numbers or manufacturer certifications on their websites. We report those as stated by the company and have not verified them, so confirm them with the issuer. Be wary of anyone who asks for the full payment before work starts.

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  1. 01

    Best for storm and hail damage roofs with insurance claim help

    Cardinal Roofing and Construction

    5.0(248 Google reviews)
    Best forStorm and hail damage roofs with insurance claim help
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyCertainTeed SureStart PLUS 4-Star warranties on CertainTeed materials, per the company website.
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    Rated 5.0 from 228 Google reviews and first on Google Maps, with reviewers consistently crediting its help through insurance storm claims.

    What we like

    • Reviewers say Jesse and Carissa handled insurance adjusters
    • Installs CertainTeed products with SureStart PLUS 4-Star warranties
    • Google lists it open 24 hours Monday to Saturday

    Things to consider

    • The website publishes no license, insurance or founding year, and its services page still shows template text.

    Services

    • Roof repair
    • Roof replacement
    • Roof inspection
    • Flat roofing
    • Storm damage repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Storm and hail damage roofs with insurance claim help
    Service area
    Columbus
    Address
    1580 King Ave #102
    Warranty
    CertainTeed SureStart PLUS 4-Star warranties on CertainTeed materials, per the company website.
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    CertainTeed SureStart PLUS 4-Star warranty offered
  2. 02

    Best for hail and wind damage insurance claims

    Cap City Restoration

    4.9(173 Google reviews)
    Best forHail and wind damage insurance claims
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    Rated 4.9 from 173 Google reviews, with insurance claim handling named in several reviews.

    What we like

    • Handles insurance adjuster meetings, confirmed by several reviews
    • Open 24 hours per Google, 24/7 emergency repair advertised
    • Specialty roofing: cedar, composite slate, stone-coated steel, quarried slate

    Things to consider

    • The site publishes no license number, founding year or warranty terms, and its footer reads 2020.

    Services

    • Roof repair
    • Roof replacement
    • Roof inspection
    • Metal roofing
    • Storm damage repair
    • Gutter cleaning
    • Gutter guards
    Key details
    Best for
    Hail and wind damage insurance claims
    Service area
    Columbus
    Address
    1723 Old Leonard Ave
    Emergency service
    Available
    Credentials
    Licensed and insured (stated by the company)
  3. 03

    Best for homeowners who want a long-established family roofer

    JF Baker Roofing Company

    5.0(87 Google reviews)
    Best forHomeowners who want a long-established family roofer
    In business97 years
    WarrantyThe website promises to stand behind its work and mentions manufacturer warranties through its Owens Corning Preferred Contractor status. No specific terms or lengths are published.
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    Rated 5.0 from 87 Google reviews, JF Baker has roofed Columbus since 1929 under the same family.

    What we like

    • Family-run since 1929, now led by Chad and Pat Baker
    • CertainTeed ShingleMaster and Owens Corning preferred credentials
    • Storm tarping and tidy job sites praised in reviews

    Things to consider

    • No license number, financing terms or warranty length published, and the office is closed weekends.

    Services

    • Roof repair
    • Roof replacement
    • Roof inspection
    • Metal roofing
    • Flat roofing
    • Storm damage repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Homeowners who want a long-established family roofer
    Service area
    Columbus
    Address
    1496 Delashmut Ave
    Years in business
    97 years
    Warranty
    The website promises to stand behind its work and mentions manufacturer warranties through its Owens Corning Preferred Contractor status. No specific terms or lengths are published.
    Emergency service
    Available
    Credentials
    CertainTeed ShingleMaster Premier Credentialed
  4. 04

    Best for storm damage and insurance-backed roof replacement

    Mighty Dog Roofing of Columbus West

    4.9(258 Google reviews)
    Best forStorm damage and insurance-backed roof replacement
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyWebsite cites a 5-year workmanship warranty plus the manufacturer's lifetime warranty on shingles, and elsewhere describes lifetime coverage on labor and materials. Confirm which applies in your written contract.
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    Mighty Dog Roofing of Columbus West has 4.9 stars from 258 Google reviews and is a locally owned franchise office and Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor.

    What we like

    • Local owner Nick Paradiso backed by a franchise network
    • Shea praised for honest, thorough roof assessments
    • Replacement finished in one day, nails magnet-swept

    Things to consider

    • One detailed review reports subcontracted window installers, repeated rescheduling and missing caulk.

    Services

    • Roof repair
    • Roof replacement
    • Roof inspection
    • Metal roofing
    • Flat roofing
    • Storm damage repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Storm damage and insurance-backed roof replacement
    Service area
    Columbus
    Address
    1145 Chesapeake Ave
    Warranty
    Website cites a 5-year workmanship warranty plus the manufacturer's lifetime warranty on shingles, and elsewhere describes lifetime coverage on labor and materials. Confirm which applies in your written contract.
    Emergency service
    Available
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor
  5. 05

    Best for storm and insurance claims covering roof, siding and gutters

    Teal Ridge Roofing & Exteriors

    4.9(263 Google reviews)
    Best forStorm and insurance claims covering roof, siding and gutters
    In business7 years
    WarrantyLifetime warranties and a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee, as stated on the company website. Ask for the written terms.
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    4.9 stars from 263 Google reviews, and it is the only listing here built around roofing plus siding and gutters, led by a former insurance adjuster.

    What we like

    • Installs siding, gutters, windows and doors as well as roofs
    • Caleb praised for low-pressure sales and insurance help
    • Founder is a former insurance adjuster

    Things to consider

    • A September 2026 one-star review says a warranty carried over from Empire Roofing was slow to be honored.

    Services

    • Roof repair
    • Roof replacement
    • Roof inspection
    • Metal roofing
    • Flat roofing
    • Storm damage repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Storm and insurance claims covering roof, siding and gutters
    Service area
    Columbus
    Address
    2545 Farmers Dr Ste 140
    Years in business
    7 years
    Warranty
    Lifetime warranties and a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee, as stated on the company website. Ask for the written terms.
    Emergency service
    Available
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Licensed and insured (company statement, no license number given)
  6. 06

    Best for storm and insurance claim roof replacements

    Professional Roofing Contractors LLC

    4.9(106 Google reviews)
    Best forStorm and insurance claim roof replacements
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyWorkmanship warranty, also backed as an Owens Corning Preferred contractor. Specific terms are not published; the company says to ask for them in writing before the project begins.
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    4.9 from 106 Google reviews, with a strong record of storm and insurance claim replacements from an Owens Corning Preferred contractor.

    What we like

    • Owens Corning Preferred and James Hardie certified, per its site
    • Reviews describe one day replacements and a clean yard
    • Reviewers say the team handled insurance adjusters directly

    Things to consider

    • The site gives no issuer for its Ohio HIC license and no warranty terms.

    Services

    • Roof repair
    • Roof replacement
    • Roof inspection
    • Metal roofing
    • Flat roofing
    • Storm damage repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Storm and insurance claim roof replacements
    Service area
    Columbus
    Address
    59 E Gay St, Columbus, OH
    Warranty
    Workmanship warranty, also backed as an Owens Corning Preferred contractor. Specific terms are not published; the company says to ask for them in writing before the project begins.
    Emergency service
    Available
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Ohio HIC License (as stated by the company)
  7. 07

    Best for insurance-backed roof and gutter replacements after hail or wind damage

    D1 Roofing

    4.9(196 Google reviews)
    Best forInsurance-backed roof and gutter replacements
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    4.9 stars from 196 Google reviews, with reviewers praising fast insurance-backed roof and gutter jobs from a Columbus branch open 24 hours on Google.

    What we like

    • Google shows open 24 hours
    • Reviewers report one to two day roof jobs
    • Handles insurance claims

    Things to consider

    • The website lists a different phone number than Google does.

    Services

    • Roof repair
    • Roof replacement
    • Roof inspection
    • Storm damage repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Insurance-backed roof and gutter replacements
    Service area
    Columbus
    Address
    1025 Stimmel Rd
    Emergency service
    Available
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Great Place To Work Certification 2025
  8. 08

    Best for homeowners wanting a large, established roofer with a lifetime warranty

    Able Roofing

    4.5(1327 Google reviews)
    Best forHomeowners wanting a large, established roofer with a lifetime warranty
    In business45 years
    WarrantyOwn-brand warranties: RoofGuard covers leaks from installation or shingle defects for 5 years, RoofGuard+ for 20 years, and ThunderGuard carries a transferable lifetime warranty for as long as the owner lives in the home. Incidental and consequential damages are excluded.
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    Rated 4.5 stars from 1,298 Google reviews, Able Roofing stands out for roofing Central Ohio homes since 1981 with its own lifetime warranty.

    What we like

    • 1,298 Google reviews, in business since 1981
    • Own-brand warranties up to transferable lifetime
    • One-day installs, 0% for 18 months financing

    Things to consider

    • A July two-star review reports damaged flower beds, lawn and a leaking new gutter.

    Services

    • Roof repair
    • Roof replacement
    • Roof inspection
    • Metal roofing
    • Flat roofing
    • Storm damage repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Homeowners wanting a large, established roofer with a lifetime warranty
    Service area
    Columbus
    Address
    4777 Westerville Rd
    Years in business
    45 years
    Warranty
    Own-brand warranties: RoofGuard covers leaks from installation or shingle defects for 5 years, RoofGuard+ for 20 years, and ThunderGuard carries a transferable lifetime warranty for as long as the owner lives in the home. Incidental and consequential damages are excluded.
    Emergency service
    Available
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Owens Corning Platinum Roofing Contractor
  9. 09

    Best for one contractor handling roof plus siding, gutters or remodeling

    Summit Building & Roofing

    4.9(281 Google reviews)
    Best forHomeowners who want one contractor for a roof, siding, gutters and larger remodeling work
    In business16 years
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    4.9 stars from 278 Google reviews, plus GAF Master Elite and Owens Corning Preferred status from a Windsor Avenue base operating since 2010.

    What we like

    • GAF Master Elite and Owens Corning Preferred certified
    • Reviewers praise cleanup and next-day follow-up visits
    • Handles roofing, siding, gutters and full remodels

    Things to consider

    • No license number or warranty terms published, and the office is closed weekends.

    Services

    • Roof repair
    • Roof replacement
    • Roof inspection
    • Metal roofing
    • Flat roofing
    • Storm damage repair
    • Gutter guards
    Key details
    Best for
    Homeowners who want one contractor for a roof, siding, gutters and larger remodeling work
    Service area
    Columbus
    Address
    1647 Windsor Ave
    Years in business
    16 years
    Emergency service
    Available
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    GAF Master Elite Certified
  10. 10

    Best for insurance-claim roof replacements and repairs in north Columbus

    The Roof Detective

    4.8(246 Google reviews)
    Best forInsurance-claim roof replacements and repairs in north Columbus
    In business14 years
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    Rated 4.8 from 246 Google reviews, it is a family-owned Clintonville roofer since 2012 that reviewers repeatedly praise for insurance claim help.

    What we like

    • Reviewers credit Cody, Jeff and Trinity with guiding insurance claims
    • Open 7 AM to 8 PM seven days a week
    • Family-owned since 2012, on Indianola Avenue in Clintonville

    Things to consider

    • The site publishes no warranty terms or pricing, and its phone number differs from Google's.

    Services

    • Roof repair
    • Roof replacement
    • Roof inspection
    • Storm damage repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Insurance-claim roof replacements and repairs in north Columbus
    Service area
    Columbus
    Address
    4550 Indianola Ave
    Years in business
    14 years
    Emergency service
    Available
    Financing
    Available
    Credentials
    Contractor license numbers HIC02660 and G08057

Side by Side

Compare the top roofing companies in Columbus

Ranking position reflects our editorial review, not customer ratings.

Editorial comparison of the 10 ranked companies. Customer ratings, where shown, come from the source named on each company profile.
RankCompanyBest forKey servicesService areaGoogle ratingEmergencyProfile
01Cardinal Roofing and ConstructionStorm and hail damage roofs with insurance claim helpRoof repair, Roof replacement, Roof inspectionColumbus5.0(248)Not listedView
02Cap City RestorationHail and wind damage insurance claimsRoof repair, Roof replacement, Roof inspectionColumbus4.9(173)YesView
03JF Baker Roofing CompanyHomeowners who want a long-established family rooferRoof repair, Roof replacement, Roof inspectionColumbus5.0(87)YesView
04Mighty Dog Roofing of Columbus WestStorm damage and insurance-backed roof replacementRoof repair, Roof replacement, Roof inspectionColumbus4.9(258)YesView
05Teal Ridge Roofing & ExteriorsStorm and insurance claims covering roof, siding and guttersRoof repair, Roof replacement, Roof inspectionColumbus4.9(263)YesView
06Professional Roofing Contractors LLCStorm and insurance claim roof replacementsRoof repair, Roof replacement, Roof inspectionColumbus4.9(106)YesView
07D1 RoofingInsurance-backed roof and gutter replacementsRoof repair, Roof replacement, Roof inspectionColumbus4.9(196)YesView
08Able RoofingHomeowners wanting a large, established roofer with a lifetime warrantyRoof repair, Roof replacement, Roof inspectionColumbus4.5(1327)YesView
09Summit Building & RoofingHomeowners who want one contractor for a roof, siding, gutters and larger remodeling workRoof repair, Roof replacement, Roof inspectionColumbus4.9(281)YesView
10The Roof DetectiveInsurance-claim roof replacements and repairs in north ColumbusRoof repair, Roof replacement, Roof inspectionColumbus4.8(246)YesView

Coverage

Roofing companies serving Columbus and nearby areas

Most companies in this ranking work across Ohio and the surrounding suburbs. Coverage and travel fees vary, so confirm your address is inside the service area before scheduling.

  • Columbus

Service coverage across Columbus. Individual company areas are listed on each profile.

Methodology

How we chose the best roofing companies in Columbus

We searched Google Maps for roofing contractors in Columbus on October 10, 2026 and kept companies that are operational, rated 4.5 or higher with at least 50 reviews, have a real website, and have an office or yard inside the city. Suburban firms, template and lead-generation sites, shared-office addresses and companies whose website does not match their Google listing were removed. The ten that remained are shown in the order Google returned them. No company paid for a place on this list. Ratings and review counts come from Google and were read on October 10, 2026; licenses, certifications and warranties are reported as the companies state them and are not independently verified.

Read our full ranking methodology
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Hiring

How to choose a roofing company in Columbus

  1. Verify insurance and credentials

    Ask for a current certificate of insurance and confirm registration or licensing with the authority that issues it, not with the company.

  2. Ask for a written estimate

    Scope, materials, removal, disposal and who pulls the permit should all be named on the page rather than agreed on the doorstep.

  3. Compare multiple quotes

    Two or three bids on the same scope. A number far below the others usually means something has been left out of it.

  4. Understand the warranty

    Separate the manufacturer's warranty on materials from the company's own warranty on the work, and get both in writing.

  5. Ask who performs the work

    Find out whether the crew are employees or subcontractors, and who supervises them on the day.

  6. Check recent local projects

    Ask for addresses or photographs of comparable jobs finished nearby in the last year or two.

  7. Avoid high-pressure sales

    A discount that expires today, or a knock on the door after a storm, is a reason to slow down rather than sign.

  8. Get everything in writing

    Change orders, timeline and payment schedule included, before the first payment changes hands.

Questions to ask before hiring

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Red flags

  • No verifiable local business address or registration
  • Pressure to sign on the first visit
  • A demand for full payment up front
  • An offer to cover or waive your insurance deductible
  • Refusal to put warranty terms in writing
  • A quote that will not itemize scope

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FAQ

Roofing companies in Columbus FAQs

Do roofers need a license in Columbus, Ohio?

Ohio does not issue a statewide roofing license, so there is no state license to look up. Ask any roofer for a current certificate of liability insurance and proof of workers' compensation coverage, and check the company on the Ohio Secretary of State business search. Some companies list manufacturer certifications such as GAF, Owens Corning or CertainTeed, which you can confirm with the manufacturer.

How much does a roof replacement cost in Columbus?

Cost depends mostly on roof size, pitch, the number of layers to tear off and the material, so none of the companies here publish a flat price. Get at least three written quotes that name the shingle line, underlayment, flashing and cleanup, and compare scope rather than the bottom line. Roofs should be inspected every year or two, and after any hail or wind storm.

Will my insurance cover hail or wind damage to my Columbus roof?

Most homeowner policies cover sudden hail and wind damage, but not wear from age, and your deductible and policy terms decide the payout. Photograph the damage, call your insurer to open a claim, and ask a roofer for a documented inspection. Several companies on this list say they meet adjusters on site, but the claim decision always rests with your insurer.

Editorial Record

About this ranking

Originally published
October 2026
Last reviewed
October 2026
Reviewed by
Marcus Reed, Expert reviewer, exteriors and structure
Companies evaluated
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