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Updated October 2026

Residential Roofing Contractors in Richmond

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Quick Comparison

Rank Company Specialty Experience BBB Website
1 Saunders Roofing Company Residential & Commercial Not independently verified Not independently verified Visit
2 Stevens Roofing Corporation Residential & Commercial Not independently verified Not independently verified Visit
3 J. King DeShazo III, Inc. Commercial & Residential Not independently verified Not independently verified Visit
4 Cross Timbers Roofing Residential & Commercial Not independently verified Not independently verified Visit
5 R.W. Harper & Son, Inc. Residential & Commercial Not independently verified Not independently verified Visit
6 Davidson Roofing Company Residential & Commercial Not independently verified Not independently verified Visit
7 Shanco Roofing & Exterior Remodeling Not independently verified Not independently verified Visit
8 A Plus Roofing Company Residential & Commercial Not independently verified Not independently verified Visit
9 RETEX Roofing & Exteriors Residential & Commercial Not independently verified Not independently verified Visit

Contractor Listings and Services

#2

Stevens Roofing Corporation

Residential & Commercial
ExperienceNot independently verified
BBB StatusNot independently verified
SpecialtyResidential & Commercial
Service AreaRichmond & Norfolk regions
Services and company details

Established in 1946, Stevens Roofing is a third-generation family business with offices in both Richmond and Norfolk. The company specializes in slate, copper, ornamental copper, tile and wood-shake systems and offers historic roof restoration, alongside conventional asphalt, metal and flat roofing. It handles both residential and commercial work across Central Virginia and Hampton Roads.

Slate Roofing Copper Roofing Historic Roof Restoration Roof Repair Roof Replacement Tile Roofing Gutters
#3

J. King DeShazo III, Inc.

Commercial & Residential
ExperienceNot independently verified
BBB StatusNot independently verified
SpecialtyCommercial & Residential
Service AreaAshland & Greater Richmond
Services and company details

King DeShazo focuses primarily on commercial roofing for schools, government buildings, malls, multi-unit housing and warehouses, with a residential division for replacement and repair. The company is a Virginia Class A Contractor and a member of the NRCA and the Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals (VARP), serving downtown Richmond, The Fan, Midlothian, Mechanicsville and Glen Allen.

Commercial Roofing Roof Replacement Roof Repair Re-Roofing Emergency Leak Repair Metal Roofing Slate Roofing
#4

Cross Timbers Roofing

Residential & Commercial
ExperienceNot independently verified
BBB StatusNot independently verified
SpecialtyResidential & Commercial
Service AreaCentral Virginia
Services and company details

Cross Timbers Roofing appears in this directory. Confirm current services and qualifications directly with the company.

Roof Replacement Roof Repair Shingle Roofing Storm Damage Roofing Commercial Roofing Roof Inspection
#5

R.W. Harper & Son, Inc.

Residential & Commercial
ExperienceNot independently verified
BBB StatusNot independently verified
SpecialtyResidential & Commercial
Service AreaRichmond & Central Virginia
Services and company details

R.W. Harper & Son, Inc. appears in this directory. Confirm current services and qualifications directly with the company.

Metal Roofing Sheet Metal Fabrication Slate Roofing Custom Gutters Roof Repair Roof Replacement TPO & EPDM

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#6

Davidson Roofing Company

Residential & Commercial
ExperienceNot independently verified
BBB StatusNot independently verified
SpecialtyResidential & Commercial
Service AreaCentral Virginia
Services and company details

Davidson serves Henrico, Hanover, Glen Allen, Mechanicsville, Chesterfield, Powhatan and the wider Central Virginia area.

Roof Replacement Roof Repair Solar Roofing Shingle Roofing Slate Roofing Commercial Roofing Gutters

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#7

Shanco

Roofing & Exterior Remodeling
ExperienceNot independently verified
BBB StatusNot independently verified
SpecialtyRoofing & Exterior Remodeling
Service AreaRichmond & Northern Virginia
Services and company details

Its Richmond-area coverage includes Glen Allen, Henrico, Mechanicsville, Midlothian, Ashland, Chester and Short Pump.

Storm Damage Restoration Roof Replacement Roof Repair Siding Windows Gutters Solar
#8

A Plus Roofing Company

Residential & Commercial
ExperienceNot independently verified
BBB StatusNot independently verified
SpecialtyResidential & Commercial
Service AreaRichmond & Central Virginia
Services and company details

A Plus Roofing is a Virginia Class A contractor handling residential and commercial work, including asphalt, metal, slate and cedar-shake roofs as well as TPO and EPDM low-slope commercial systems, with a notable focus on church roofs.

Roof Repair Roof Replacement Commercial TPO & EPDM Metal Roofing Slate Roofing Gutters & Gutter Guards Siding
#9

RETEX Roofing & Exteriors

Residential & Commercial
ExperienceNot independently verified
BBB StatusNot independently verified
SpecialtyResidential & Commercial
Service AreaRichmond & Chesterfield
Services and company details

Based on Hull Street Road in Richmond, RETEX Roofing & Exteriors is a metal roofing specialist offering installation, recoating and replacement across copper, corrugated/ribbed, metal-shingle and standing-seam profiles, for both residential homes and commercial buildings.

Metal Roofing Standing Seam Metal Roof Recoating Asphalt Shingle Roofing Roof Repair Siding Windows

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Replacing a Richmond, VA Home Roof: Matching Contractor to the Region's Diverse Housing Stock

When Your Richmond Home Has Slate, Copper, or Standing-Seam Metal

Richmond's historic roofing traditions in neighborhoods like the Fan and Church Hill require a specialist with genuine materials expertise. Slate repairs demand matching origin and thickness to avoid differential expansion cracking; copper and standing-seam metal demand soldering or seaming skills that residential shingle crews rarely develop. Confirming that a contractor can demonstrate completed slate or metal projects in Richmond's historic districts is the clearest qualification check for these roofs.

After a Tropical System or Severe Thunderstorm Event

Richmond's position within reach of Atlantic tropical systems and its active summer thunderstorm pattern makes storm-damage restoration a significant portion of the residential roofing market. A contractor experienced with Virginia insurance documentation, Xactimate scoping, and the DPOR-licensed contractor requirements for work valued over the state threshold gives you the paper trail your insurer needs without requiring you to manage the process.

When Suburban Henrico, Chesterfield, or Hanover Homes Need Permit-Ready Re-Roofs

Each of Richmond's surrounding counties maintains its own building permit office and inspection schedule. A residential contractor who regularly works across Henrico, Chesterfield, and Hanover knows which jurisdictions require permits for straight re-roofs and which reserve permits for structural deck work. Pulling the permit in the contractor's own name protects you from the liability exposure of unpermitted roofing work at resale.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many residential roofing contractors are in Richmond?

This directory includes 9 residential roofing contractors listed for Richmond, Virginia. List position is not a verified quality score; confirm current service availability directly.

How do I choose a residential roofer in Richmond?

Confirm licensing and insurance for Virginia, ask for residential project references in Richmond, and compare written quotes. Check dated sources for individual claims.

How do I find a roofer qualified to work on Richmond's historic slate roofs?

Genuine slate work requires a contractor who can source matching slate by origin, thickness, and color rather than substituting a synthetic product. Ask to see photographs of completed slate repairs in Richmond neighborhoods, confirm the contractor holds a Virginia DPOR license at the appropriate tier for the project value, and verify that workers' compensation insurance is current before anyone climbs a steep historic roofline. References from other Fan or Church Hill homeowners are the most reliable indicator of actual slate competence.

Does a residential re-roof in Richmond require a building permit?

The City of Richmond and most surrounding counties require a building permit for roof replacements, including full tear-offs. Permit requirements can differ slightly between Richmond city limits and Henrico, Chesterfield, or Hanover county jurisdictions, so confirm the permit requirement for your specific address. A reputable contractor pulls the permit in its name and schedules the required inspection, providing you with documentation that the work meets Virginia's residential code.

Are Class 4 impact-resistant shingles worth considering in Richmond?

Yes, particularly for homes in Henrico, Chesterfield, and newer suburban areas where architectural shingles are the standard system. Richmond's active thunderstorm season and periodic hail exposure mean shingles rated to the UL 2218 Class 4 standard absorb impact damage that standard shingles show as immediate bruising and granule loss. Many Virginia homeowners insurers recognize this performance with policy incentives — verify the benefit with your specific carrier and ask your contractor for proper product documentation.