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Roofing Contractors in Des Moines, Iowa

58 public registry records for Des Moines.

Source observed 2026-11-02: Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing. Registration is not a quality rating. A recorded location does not establish a service area.

State registry category: Roofing Contractors. This is the complete registry for Des Moines. Premiere members appear first, marked with the gold check. Owner-verified listings follow, then listings with published business details, then everyone else, alphabetical within each group. Nobody is ranked by quality. How this list is built →

Also searched as: roof, roofing, roofer, rofer, shingle, shingles, hail.

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5 of 60 listings publish services; 12 publish hours. These are published details, not availability guarantees.

Premiere members appear first, marked with the gold check.

Premiere members appear first, marked with the gold check.Verified: owner confirmed their details with the StateEvery registered contractor is listed either way, a badge moves a listing up, it never removes anyone, and neither is a judgement of anyone’s work.

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1 of 10 listings publish services; 6 publish hours. These are published details, not availability guarantees.

Premiere members appear first, marked with the gold check.

Premiere members appear first, marked with the gold check.Verified: owner confirmed their details with the StateEvery registered contractor is listed either way, a badge moves a listing up, it never removes anyone, and neither is a judgement of anyone’s work.

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How many roofing contractors are registered in Des Moines?

As of November 2026, 58 roofing contractors based in Des Moines hold a construction contractor registration with the State of Iowa, 58 of them currently in Registered status. That is about 6% of the 896 roofing contractors registered statewide. This is the complete State registry for Des Moines, not a curated selection.

In Des Moines
58
registered in this trade
Currently registered
58
in active status
Not current
0
expired or lapsed, still on record
Renewing in 90 days
8
registrations due to expire

Comparing beyond city limits? All 896 roofing contractors registered in Iowa →

What to know before hiring roofing contractors in Des Moines

Storm damage and the insurance path

If wind or hail is the cause, your insurer, not the contractor, determines what is covered. Get your own inspection and your own written scope before signing anything, and be wary of any offer to "waive" or absorb your deductible. That practice creates real legal exposure for the homeowner, not just the contractor.

Out-of-town crews after a storm

Major Iowa hail events draw crews from out of state. That is not automatically a problem, plenty are legitimate and Iowa registration is required of them too, but the risk of a company that will not be reachable for a warranty claim in three years is genuine. Check how long the registration has been held and confirm a physical Iowa presence.

Season and lead time

Iowa roofing concentrates between spring thaw and hard freeze. After a widespread hail event, the backlog in the affected counties can stretch for months, and shingles do not seal properly in cold weather. A quote in October may mean a spring install, and a contractor who promises otherwise is worth questioning.

Guides for hiring roofing contractors in Des Moines

How to Find the Best Roofing Companies in Iowa

Learn how to choose the best roofing companies in Iowa. Find state-registered roofers, check references, and compare bids the smart way.

Hiring · 7 min read

The Best Time of Year to Replace Your Roof in Iowa

The best time to replace a roof in Iowa is late spring through early fall. Learn how each season affects cost, scheduling, and shingle quality.

Seasonal · 6 min read

Tree Damage to Your Iowa Roof After a Storm: What to Do Next

A tree limb hit your Iowa roof during a storm. Here's what to do immediately, how to file an insurance claim, and how to find a registered roofer.

Seasonal · 7 min read

How to choose the best roofing contractors in Des Moines

Iowa does not rate or rank contractors, and neither do we. The 58 registered roofing contractors listed on this page (current as of November 2026) are the complete State registry for Des Moines, shown without any quality ranking. “Best” is not a list you can look up; it is the contractor who is right for your job. Here is the method the pros’ own trade associations recommend for finding them:

  1. 1. Start from the complete list. Every business above holds a current State registration, and nobody pays to be included. Premiere members appear first, marked with the gold check. That is placement, not a rating. Shortlist three or four whose location and trade fit your project.
  2. 2. Confirm the registration is active. Check each one on the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing’s official portal (verify a registration ↗). Every profile here links to the State’s own record so you can check it in one click.
  3. 3. Get current proof of insurance. Ask for a certificate of general liability and workers’ compensation. Never let uninsured work start on your property.
  4. 4. Get at least three written, itemized bids. Compare the same scope apples-to-apples. Be wary of a bid far below the rest. It usually hides missing scope or “surprise” costs later.
  5. 5. Check references and recent local work, then put the full scope, price, milestone payment schedule, and warranty in a written contract before anyone starts. Never pay the full amount up front.

The full guide: finding the best contractor in Iowa →Questions to ask before you hire →How to verify a registration →

Frequently asked questions

Do roofers need a license in Iowa?

No. Roofing is not a licensed trade in Iowa. Roofing contractors must hold a State construction contractor registration under Iowa Code ch. 91C, which confirms unemployment-insurance and workers’ compensation compliance. It is not a skills test and involves no exam. Ask separately for proof of liability and workers’ comp insurance.

How do I check an Iowa roofing company before hiring?

Confirm the registration is active on the State’s own portal, ask for a current certificate of general liability and workers’ compensation insurance, and get at least three written itemized bids covering the same scope. Ask for recent local addresses you can drive past, and get the full scope, payment schedule, and warranty in writing before work starts.

Who are the best registered roofing contractors in Des Moines, Iowa?

Iowa does not rate or rank contractors, so there is no official "best registered roofing contractors" list. This directory shows all 58 registered roofing contractors the State lists in Des Moines, Iowa. Premiere members appear first, marked with the gold check. Owner-verified listings follow, then listings with published business details, then everyone else, alphabetical within each group. Nobody is ranked by quality. To choose one for your project, confirm the registration is active, ask for current proof of liability insurance and workers' compensation (and, for a licensed trade, a current State trade license), and compare written itemized bids. Registration and advertising placement do not establish quality.

How many registered roofing contractors are there in Des Moines, Iowa?

As of November 2026, the State of Iowa lists 58 registered roofing contractors in Des Moines, Iowa. This directory shows all of them. It is the complete public registry, and nobody can pay to be added or left out.

Is a registered contractor the same as a licensed contractor?

No. Iowa requires most construction contractors to register with the State (Iowa Code ch. 91C), but registration is not a license, an endorsement, or a guarantee of quality, insurance, or bonding. It confirms only that the business filed a current registration with the State.

How do I verify a contractor's Iowa registration?

Look up the registration number on the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing's official portal (https://laborportal.iwd.iowa.gov/iwd_portal/). Every profile in this directory links to the State's own record so you can confirm it independently. See the step-by-step guide at https://contractiowa.com/verify.

Are these contractors insured or bonded?

Registration does not verify insurance or bonding. Always ask a contractor for current proof of liability insurance and workers' compensation, and get at least three written bids, before you hire.

Where does this data come from and how current is it?

It comes directly from the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing's public "Active Iowa Construction Contractor Registrations" record, last exported November 2026. You can read how this directory is built and download the underlying dataset.

Data, sources & method →Verify a registration with the State ↗