Best Metal Roofing Contractors in Chicago (2026) — Ranked

Metal roofing — standing seam and metal shingles — is valued in Chicago for its longevity, wind resistance, and ability to shed snow and rain. The 4 contractors below were selected from our full Chicago top 10 as the strongest for metal roofing work, ranked by experience, manufacturer certifications, BBB standing, and verified reputation.

Chicago's climate imposes more diverse stress on roofing materials than almost any other major North American city: brutally cold winters with heavy snowfall and repeated freeze-thaw cycling, hot and humid summers with intense convective storm seasons, and sustained Lake Michigan winds that test wind-uplift performance year-round. Asphalt shingles handle this range moderately well when new, but the combination of freeze-thaw cycling at seams and bond layers, UV degradation during summer, and impact stress from hail events shortens effective service life in Chicago to the lower end of the warranty range. Metal roofing — particularly standing-seam steel and copper on the city's abundant historic residential stock — addresses each of these stressors from a position of dimensional stability and coating durability that asphalt cannot match.

Chicago's architectural heritage makes it one of the most active metal roofing markets in the Midwest. Historic bungalow districts in Bridgeport, Beverly, and Pilsen, Greystone and two-flat neighborhoods throughout the north and northwest sides, and the city's vast stock of flat and low-slope courtyard buildings all contain metal roofing applications that require specialist knowledge. The Chicago Roofing Contractors Association maintains active membership in the city, and the Chicago Department of Buildings permit and inspection system — while demanding — is well-understood by established local metal roofing contractors who work in the city regularly.

Quick Comparison

Rank	Company	Specialty	Experience	BBB	Website
1	Conrad Roofing of Illinois, Inc.	Most Established	Since 1947 (78+ Years)	A+ Accredited (Since 2007)	Visit
2	Smart Roofing, Inc.	GAF Master Elite — Top 2%	Since 1993 (32+ Years)	A+	Visit
3	O’Danny Boy Builders, Inc.	Best Storm Damage Response	Since 2010 (15+ Years)	A+ Accredited (Since 2015)	Visit
4	ACA Roofing & Construction, Inc.	Most Extensively Licensed	Since 1994 (31+ Years)	A+ Accredited (Since 2025)	Visit

Detailed Reviews

#1

Conrad Roofing of Illinois, Inc.

Most Established

ExperienceSince 1947 (78+ Years)

BBB StatusA+ Accredited (Since 2007)

SpecialtyGAF PlatinumElite Commercial, CRCA, NRCA

Service AreaChicago & Chicagoland

Founded in 1947, Conrad Roofing of Illinois is Chicago’s oldest continuously operating roofing company and a nationally recognized authority on historic and specialty roofing. They hold the GAF PlatinumElite Commercial Contractor designation — the highest GAF commercial tier — making them eligible to offer GAF’s Diamond Pledge NDL Roof Guarantee up to 35 years. Their dual membership in both the CRCA (Chicago Roofing Contractors Association) and NRCA (National Roofing Contractors Association), combined with nearly eight decades of landmark restoration work across Chicagoland, places them unambiguously at the top of any Chicago roofing directory.

Historic Roofing Commercial Roofing Residential Roofing Copper Roofing Slate & Tile Sheet Metal Landmark Restoration

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#2

Smart Roofing, Inc.

GAF Master Elite — Top 2%

ExperienceSince 1993 (32+ Years)

BBB StatusA+

SpecialtyGAF Master Elite, Ludowici Crown Roofer, Brava Excellence

Service AreaChicago & Northwest Suburbs

Founded in 1993, Smart Roofing has earned the rare GAF Master Elite designation — held by fewer than 2% of roofing contractors nationwide — alongside specialty certifications in Ludowici terra cotta tile and Brava composite roofing. The 2025 Brava Excellence Award confirms that their installation quality continues to meet the highest industry standards. Their dual competency in residential and commercial roofing, combined with their terra cotta and specialty tile expertise, gives them an unusually broad capability set for Chicago’s architecturally diverse housing stock.

Residential Roofing Commercial Roofing Flat Roofing Terra Cotta Tile Cedar Shake Metal Roofing Storm Damage

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#3

O’Danny Boy Builders, Inc.

Best Storm Damage Response

ExperienceSince 2010 (15+ Years)

BBB StatusA+ Accredited (Since 2015)

SpecialtyGAF Master Elite, Multi-State Licensed

Service AreaChicagoland & Multi-State

Founded in 2010 and now with over 10,000 completed projects, O’Danny Boy Builders has earned the GAF Master Elite designation and pairs it with an A+ BBB rating built over 15 years. The company excels in both residential and commercial roofing with particular strength in storm damage restoration — a critical capability in Chicago’s severe-weather corridor. Their multi-state expansion into Wisconsin, Ohio, North Carolina, and Texas reflects operational depth that has moved them well beyond a local contractor into a regional roofing leader.

Residential Roofing Commercial Roofing Storm Damage Insurance Claims Metal Roofing Emergency Repairs Siding

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#4

ACA Roofing & Construction, Inc.

Most Extensively Licensed

ExperienceSince 1994 (31+ Years)

BBB StatusA+ Accredited (Since 2025)

Specialty15 Chicago Municipal Licenses, IL Licensed

Service AreaChicago & Cook County

In business since 1994, ACA Roofing & Construction has built a strong Chicago reputation by combining broad material expertise — from standard asphalt shingles to EPDM commercial systems — with an unusually extensive municipal licensing portfolio covering 15 City of Chicago license categories, including a Class E General Contractor designation. Led by President Pawel Buch, the company holds a 4.8-star overall rating across review platforms and serves both residential and commercial clients across the city.

Residential Roofing Commercial Roofing Flat Roofing Shingle Roofing Metal Roofing Storm Damage Siding & Windows

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When Chicago property owners should invest in metal roofing

When Chicago's freeze-thaw cycling is cracking shingle bond layers and creating ice dams

Chicago's winters subject asphalt shingles to repeated freeze-thaw transitions that expand and contract the bond layer between shingle courses, eventually breaking down the adhesive seal that maintains weather resistance. Metal roofing's expansion is managed through engineered clip systems that accommodate movement without stressing seams — eliminating the bond-layer attrition that is the dominant failure mechanism for Chicago asphalt in winter.

When a historic Chicago neighborhood property requires a long-lived, architecturally appropriate system

Chicago's historic residential neighborhoods contain properties where the roofing material is part of the architectural identity — particularly bungalow belt homes, Greystones, and two-flats where original tin or copper detail appears at dormers, valleys, and cornices. A metal roofing contractor with Chicago historic preservation experience understands how to restore or extend these systems using appropriate profiles and materials, potentially in coordination with the Commission on Chicago Landmarks where applicable.

When Lake Michigan wind and summer hail events are creating recurring damage to asphalt

Chicago's position on Lake Michigan generates sustained wind exposures that test roof uplift resistance throughout the year, and summer convective storms produce hail events that damage asphalt shingles in localized but recurring patterns across different neighborhoods each season. Class 4 impact-rated metal panels address the hail exposure directly, while standing-seam profiles with concealed fasteners and appropriate clip systems handle the uplift loads that Chicago's wind environment demands.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many metal roofing contractors are in Chicago?

Our directory lists 4 independently verified metal roofing contractors serving Chicago, Illinois, ranked by experience, certifications and reputation. Conrad Roofing of Illinois, Inc. is ranked #1. There are no paid placements.

How do I choose a metal roofing roofer in Chicago?

Confirm licensing and insurance for Illinois, ask for metal roofing project references in Chicago, get multiple written quotes, and check each contractor's BBB standing. Every company listed here has been independently researched.

What Chicago Department of Buildings permits are required for metal roofing?

The Chicago Department of Buildings requires a permit for residential roof replacements, and the process is more detailed than in most surrounding suburban municipalities — involving plan review and, for larger projects, structural documentation. Metal roofing permits are routine for Chicago DOB, but the application requires a licensed Illinois contractor and correct classification of the work scope. A contractor who regularly works in Chicago — rather than primarily in the suburbs — will have an established relationship with the permit process and can manage it efficiently.

How does Chicago's flat-roof bungalow and two-flat stock relate to metal roofing?

Chicago's iconic bungalow belt and two-flat typology includes many structures with low-pitch roof sections or flat-deck rear additions where metal panels are a natural fit. Standing-seam metal can be installed on pitches as low as 1:12 with appropriate seaming and drainage details, making it suitable for the low-slope front sections of many Chicago bungalows that asphalt or tile installations handle poorly. Copper valley and flashing details on these structures are particularly appropriate given the historic material context.

Is snow and ice accumulation a concern with metal roofing on Chicago homes?

Metal roofing sheds snow more actively than asphalt once melting begins, which can be beneficial for load management but requires attention at eave lines and over occupied entries. Snow guards placed above doorways, skylights, and low-slope sections prevent damaging slides while allowing the rest of the roof to clear naturally. Chicago metal roofing contractors routinely design snow guard layouts as part of the installation plan — it is a standard specification element, not an afterthought.

Best Metal Roofing Contractors in Chicago