Vetted, currently-operating roofing contractors serving Barrie and Simcoe County, ranked by longevity, manufacturer certifications and verified BBB standing.
Founded in 1990, Ainger is a second-generation, family-owned roofing and exteriors company that has served Barrie and the Georgian Bay region for over 35 years, with its head office on Gunn Street in Barrie and additional locations across Central Ontario. It holds Owens Corning Preferred Contractor status and installs both asphalt shingle and metal (standing seam and steel panel) roofs. Beyond roofing it offers siding, soffit, fascia, eavestroughs, blown-in attic insulation, windows and doors, plus rooftop snow removal and ice-damming service. It is BBB accredited with an A+ rating.
Operating since 1980, Brentwood is among the longest-established roofing contractors serving Barrie, Orillia and all of Simcoe County. It is a GAF certified contractor and a BP certified roofer, and works across asphalt shingles, metal roofing, flat roofs, cedar shakes and architectural panels, plus skylights, roof vents, ice-and-water protection and heat-line systems. The company is BBB accredited with an A+ rating and backs its work with a five-year workmanship warranty.
Barrie-based D.C. United Roofing is a GAF Master Elite Residential Roofing Contractor, a designation it notes is held by only about 2% of roofers, which enables comprehensive lifetime limited warranties. The company serves both residential and commercial clients across Simcoe County, Peel and York, and parts of Dufferin, Grey and Muskoka. Services include roof inspection, repair, replacement and installation, plus snow removal and 24-hour emergency service. It is BBB accredited with an A+ rating.
Based in downtown Barrie and operating since 2015, JN Roofing is an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor and Product Excellence Award recipient, the manufacturer's top installer tier. It is BBB accredited with an A+ rating (accredited since 2017). Services span roof replacement, repair, new-construction roofing, roof inspections, attic insulation top-up and 24/7/365 emergency repair for homeowners and businesses across Barrie and neighbouring communities.
Roof ReplacementRoof RepairAsphalt ShinglesNew ConstructionRoof InspectionsAttic InsulationEmergency Service
A family-owned and operated business providing roofing services in Barrie and Simcoe County since 1993, Peaks & Valleys Construction is a GAF certified contractor and an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor. Residential roofing is its main focus, with roof installation and replacement, roof repair, eavestroughs, siding, and soffit and fascia work, plus assistance with roof insurance claims.
Roof ReplacementRoof RepairAsphalt ShinglesEavestroughSidingSoffit & Fascia
Roof Pro Plus brings more than two decades of experience serving Barrie and the Greater Toronto Area for both residential and commercial property owners. The company installs IKO Dynasty Performance and Owens Corning TruDefinition shingles, and works across shingle, composite, metal and flat roofing. Additional services include skylights, eavestroughs, soffit and fascia, siding, attic insulation, ice-dam removal and hail-damage repair, backed by a 10-year workmanship guarantee.
Based in Midhurst just outside Barrie, Midhurst Roofing brings over 50 years of experience and specializes in flat-roof systems for commercial, industrial and residential buildings throughout Simcoe County. Services include flat-roof installation and replacement, emergency and standard flat-roof repair, roof maintenance and inspections, and snow removal. The company is BBB accredited with an A+ rating.
Established in 2019 and based in Barrie, CT Roofing Solutions is a full-service contractor specializing in metal roofing, including standing-seam metal roof installation, alongside architectural and asphalt shingle roofing and eavestrough work. It offers roof inspection, maintenance, repair, restoration, re-roofing, soffit, fascia and siding for residential and commercial clients across York and Simcoe County.
Metal RoofingRoof ReplacementAsphalt ShinglesRoof RepairEavestroughSoffit & FasciaSiding
Advanced Roofing & Sheet Metal serves Barrie, Simcoe County, Muskoka and the wider Georgian Bay region, with a focus on high-end home and cottage roofing. A GAF Certified Installer, the company handles shingle roofing, standing-seam steel roofing, flat roofing and Euro Shield rubber roofing, along with custom sheet-metal fabrication.
Roof ReplacementRoof RepairAsphalt ShinglesMetal RoofingFlat RoofingSheet Metal
Northern Metal Roofing is a Barrie-based contractor specializing in metal roof installation across Simcoe County, serving homeowners and cottage owners who want the longevity and snow-shedding performance of a steel roof. The company focuses on new metal-roof installs and metal roofing repairs for residential properties throughout the region.
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Ontario has no provincial roofing trade licence, so the single most important credential for a Barrie roofer is proof of WSIB (Workplace Safety and Insurance Board) coverage and commercial liability insurance. WSIB coverage is mandatory for virtually all construction businesses in Ontario, including sole operators. A roofer can supply a WSIB clearance certificate on request; without it, you can be exposed to liability if a worker is injured on your Barrie property.
Check for manufacturer certifications
Because there is no provincial licence, manufacturer certifications are the best proxy for installer quality. Look for GAF Master Elite (held by D.C. United Roofing), GAF certification (Brentwood, Peaks & Valleys, Advanced Roofing), Owens Corning Platinum Preferred (JN Roofing), Owens Corning Preferred (Ainger, Peaks & Valleys), BP certification (Brentwood) or IKO product credentials (Roof Pro Plus). These designations also unlock extended 25-to-50-year material warranties.
Verify the City of Barrie building permit process
Roof replacements that involve structural changes, replacing roof sheathing or altering the roofline require a building permit from the City of Barrie, while a straightforward re-shingle over a sound existing deck often does not. You can apply through the City's online APLI portal, and Service Barrie (705-726-4242) can confirm requirements. A trustworthy contractor will tell you when a permit is needed and pull it; never let a roofer skip a required permit to save time.
Look for proven cold-climate experience
Barrie sits in one of southern Ontario's snowiest pockets, with heavy lake-effect snow off Georgian Bay, significant snow load, ice damming and dozens of freeze-thaw cycles each winter. Ask whether the contractor installs ice-and-water shield membrane at eaves and valleys (required under the Ontario Building Code in this climate zone), proper attic ventilation and adequate insulation. Local roofers with decades of Simcoe County experience understand these details better than out-of-area crews.
Get a detailed written quote and warranty
Compare written quotes that itemize tear-off, underlayment, ice-and-water shield, ventilation, flashing and cleanup, not just a lump sum. Confirm both the manufacturer material warranty and the contractor's workmanship warranty in writing; Barrie firms commonly offer 5-to-10-year workmanship coverage. Be wary of door-to-door pressure tactics and demands for large upfront cash deposits, which are common in the post-storm season.
Check BBB standing and local reputation
The Better Business Bureau serves Canada, and you can verify a Barrie roofer's accreditation and rating on bbb.org. Several of the strongest local firms, including D.C. United Roofing, Brentwood Roofing, JN Roofing and Midhurst Roofing, hold BBB A+ accredited ratings. Cross-check with reviews on platforms such as HomeStars and Google, and ask for references from recent Barrie jobs to confirm a contractor's local track record.
Frequently Asked Questions
For a typical Barrie detached home, an asphalt-shingle roof replacement generally runs about $7,000 to $16,000 CAD, with most jobs landing in the $9,000 to $13,000 range depending on roof size, pitch and the number of layers being torn off. Larger or steeper homes, premium architectural shingles, and added ice-and-water shield or ventilation upgrades push costs higher. Standing-seam metal roofing typically costs $15,000 to $35,000+ CAD, while flat-roof (EPDM/TPO) systems are priced by area. Always get two or three itemized quotes.
Architectural asphalt shingles are by far the most common choice in Barrie because they balance cost, durability and performance through long, snowy winters and warm summers. For longevity, standing-seam metal roofing sheds the region's heavy lake-effect snow well and can last 40 to 50 years, which is why it is popular on Simcoe County homes and cottages. Flat commercial and addition roofs typically use EPDM or TPO membranes. Whatever the material, proper attic ventilation and eaves ice-and-water shield matter as much as the shingle itself in this freeze-thaw climate.
Ontario does not have a provincial roofing trade licence, so any roofer working in Barrie is not required to hold a provincial roofing certification. What they must have is WSIB (Workplace Safety and Insurance Board) coverage for their workers and adequate liability insurance, and most structural roof replacements require a City of Barrie building permit. This differs from provinces like Alberta (which requires a prepaid contractor licence for door-to-door sales) or British Columbia (municipal business licences), so in Ontario the burden is on you to verify insurance, WSIB and manufacturer credentials.
It depends on the scope. A straightforward re-shingle over a sound existing deck without structural changes usually does not require a permit, but if the work involves replacing or repairing the roof sheathing, changing the roof structure, adding openings or altering the roofline, a building permit from the City of Barrie is generally required. You can apply through the City's online APLI portal, and a reputable local contractor will confirm permit requirements for your specific job and obtain the permit on your behalf when one is needed.
In Barrie's climate, a quality architectural asphalt shingle roof typically lasts about 20 to 30 years, while basic three-tab shingles may need replacing closer to 15 to 20 years. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles, heavy snow load, ice damming and summer UV exposure all shorten lifespan, so longevity depends heavily on installation quality, attic ventilation and regular maintenance. Metal roofs can last 40 to 50 years or more. Annual inspections and prompt repair of damaged shingles or flashing help you reach the upper end of these ranges.
Ice dams form when heat escaping from the living space melts snow on the upper roof, and the meltwater refreezes at the colder eaves, backing water up under the shingles and into the home. They are a common winter problem in Barrie given the region's heavy snowfall. The best defenses are continuous ice-and-water shield membrane along the eaves and valleys (now standard in proper local installations), adequate attic insulation to keep the roof deck cold, and balanced soffit-to-ridge ventilation. An experienced Barrie roofer will assess all three when quoting a replacement, and several local firms also offer rooftop snow removal and ice-dam service.
Roofing in Barrie
Barrie sits on the western shore of Lake Simcoe at the southern edge of Ontario's snowbelt, about an hour north of Toronto. Lake-effect snow, heavy seasonal snow load, and repeated freeze-thaw cycles that drive ice damming are the main stresses on Barrie roofs, alongside occasional summer wind and hail.
Asphalt shingles dominate Barrie's residential roofs, with architectural (laminate) shingles favoured for their wind and snow resistance. Metal roofing is increasingly popular for shedding heavy snow, while low-slope commercial buildings rely on EPDM, TPO, and modified-bitumen membranes. Good attic ventilation and ice-and-water shield at the eaves are essential in this climate.
Ontario has no province-wide roofing contractor licence, so verification falls to the homeowner: confirm a Barrie roofer carries WSIB (Workplace Safety and Insurance Board) coverage and general liability insurance, and that they pull a City of Barrie building permit for structural re-roofing. Work is governed by the Ontario Building Code.
Barrie's snow loads and sharp freeze-thaw swings punish poorly installed roofs, so local experience with ice-dam prevention, ventilation, and eaves detailing matters. The contractors in this directory serve Barrie and Simcoe County and can quote work suited to the local climate, with costs in Canadian dollars.
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