Roofing & Exterior

Roofing in Metro Detroit

Your roof is the one system that protects everything under it, and in Michigan it takes a beating from ice dams, hail, and freeze-thaw. We match Metro Detroit homeowners with vetted roofers who flash, vent, and waterproof a roof to last.

Typical range: $4.5–$8 per sq ft

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A roof is only as good as its weakest detail, and most leaks do not start in the field of the shingles — they start at the valleys, penetrations, and flashing where two surfaces meet. Michigan adds its own challenge: snow that melts and refreezes at the eaves drives ice dams that push water backward under the shingles, which is why ice-and-water shield and proper attic ventilation matter as much as the shingle you pick. The roofers in our network handle tear-offs, overlays where code allows, repairs, and full architectural-shingle and metal systems.

Whether you are replacing a storm-damaged roof on a Warren ranch or re-roofing a steep Birmingham colonial, we connect you with a licensed, insured contractor who pulls the permit, builds the flashing correctly, and leaves your attic breathing the way it should.

What’s included

Full roof and attic inspection with photo documentation
Tear-off and disposal of old shingles (or overlay where code permits)
Synthetic underlayment and ice-and-water shield at eaves and valleys
New step, valley, and chimney flashing as needed
Ridge, soffit, and intake ventilation correction
Architectural, 3-tab, or metal roofing as specified
Magnetic nail sweep and full site cleanup

A roof that leaks ruins drywall, insulation, and framing long before you see a stain on the ceiling. The roofers we match you with build the flashing and ice protection that prevent that, pull the proper permit, and carry liability and workers-comp coverage for work happening two stories up.

How it works

Inspect & document

A roofer walks the roof and attic, photographs problem areas, and checks decking, ventilation, and flashing before quoting.

Tear off & inspect deck

Old material comes off down to the deck so rotted sheathing can be found and replaced rather than hidden under new shingles.

Underlayment & ice barrier

Synthetic underlayment goes down, with ice-and-water shield run up the eaves and valleys to stop ice-dam backflow.

Flash & shingle

New flashing is set at every penetration and wall, then shingles or panels are installed to spec with correct nailing.

Vent, clean & inspect

Ridge venting is finished, the yard is swept with a magnet for nails, and the roofer walks the finished job with you.

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Roofing: common questions

How long does a roof replacement take?

Most asphalt re-roofs on an average Metro Detroit home are completed in one to three days, weather permitting. Steep, complex, or large roofs and metal systems take longer. Decking repairs discovered during tear-off can add a day. A roofer gives you a firm window once they see the roof.

Do I really need ice-and-water shield?

In Michigan, yes — it is the membrane that stops ice-dam meltwater from being forced back up under the shingles at the eaves. Code requires it along the eaves, and good roofers also run it in valleys and around penetrations. Skipping it is how older roofs leak at the edges every thaw.

Can I just put a new roof over the old one?

Sometimes. Michigan generally allows a second layer if the structure can carry it and the existing roof is in suitable condition, but it hides deck damage and shortens the new roof’s life. A full tear-off is almost always the better long-term value, and a roofer will tell you which your roof qualifies for.

Will my insurance cover storm damage?

Often, if hail or wind caused sudden damage. The roofers we match you with document conditions with photos that help with a claim, but the carrier makes the call. Routine wear and age-related failure are generally not covered — that is a planned replacement.

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