Roofing in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids, in Linn County, gets the full range of eastern Iowa weather. Here is what Cedar Rapids homeowners should know before a roof repair or replacement.
Roof permits in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids is clear on this one. The city's Building Services FAQ answers "Is a permit required to re-roof my house?" with "A permit is required for roofing." It adds that a maximum of two layers of shingles may be on a roof, and if two already exist, they must be torn off before a new layer goes on. The city's roofing application asks for the number of layers and whether sheathing will be replaced. Building Services can be reached at 319-286-5831.
Permit rules change, so treat this as a starting point and confirm with the city. Iowa's Attorney General advises caution if a contractor avoids discussing permits or inspections.
After a hail or wind storm
Cedar Rapids is served by the NWS Quad Cities office of the National Weather Service, which issues local warnings and storm reports. To see past hail and wind reports for your county, search NOAA's Storm Events Database.
After a storm, the Iowa Insurance Division suggests inspecting damage only when it is safe, taking photos, making temporary repairs such as tarping to prevent more damage, and contacting your insurance company. Be careful with door-to-door crews: the Iowa Attorney General's storm-chaser warning urges homeowners to get multiple estimates, check a contractor's reputation before signing or paying, and avoid large up-front payments. See our guides to hail damage claims and storm-chaser roofers.
Winter: ice dams
Iowa winters can cause ice dams along roof edges, which can push meltwater under shingles. The usual fix is inside the attic: air sealing, insulation and ventilation. Our ice dam guide explains the causes and safe steps.
Check a roofer's Iowa registration
Iowa's Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing requires construction contractors, including roofers, who earn at least $2,000 a year from construction to register with the state. Ask for the registration number and look it up in the state contractor registration search. Our guide to choosing a roofer has the full checklist.
Roofing guides for Cedar Rapids homeowners
- Hiring a rooferHow to Choose a Roofing Contractor in IowaHiring a roofer in Iowa? How to check state contractor registration, what to ask, what the contract should say, and red flags Iowa agencies warn about.Read guide →
- Storm and hailHow to Spot and Avoid Storm-Chaser Roofers in IowaDoor-knocking roofers after an Iowa storm? Red flags from the Iowa Attorney General, your 3-day right to cancel, and how to check registration.Read guide →
Roofing companies that serve Cedar Rapids
2000 James Street, Suite 111, Coralville, IA 52241
Family-owned roofing and exterior company offering roof repair and replacement, storm damage work, windows, siding, gutters and insulation.
- Roof replacement
- Roof repair
- Storm & hail damage
- Gutters
- Siding
- Commercial roofing
Service area (their words): Has dedicated service-area pages for Cedar Rapids and Iowa City; says the Runge family has served the Cedar Rapids area for nearly 100 years.
Iowa contractor registration found (C118092, checked 2026-10-22)
How we checked
DIAL Active Iowa Construction Contractor Registrations open data (data.iowa.gov dataset 1052, data updated 2026-10-19), searched 2026-10-22: active record C118092, FIVE STAR HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC, Coralville, IA (Residential Remodelers), expires 2027-10-09.
Listing source: https://www.fivestarhic.com/service-area/cedar-rapids-roofing-company/, https://www.fivestarhic.com/service-area/iowa-city-roofing-company/ (checked 2026-10-22).
1116 Center Point Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Locally owned Cedar Rapids company offering residential and commercial roofing and siding.
- Roof replacement
- Roof repair
- Storm & hail damage
- Siding
- Commercial roofing
Service area (their words): Serves Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Coralville and the surrounding communities.
Iowa contractor registration found (C129567, checked 2026-10-22)
How we checked
DIAL Active Iowa Construction Contractor Registrations open data (data.iowa.gov dataset 1052, data updated 2026-10-19), searched 2026-10-22: active record C129567, GARCIA ROOFING AND EXTERIORS INC, Cedar Rapids, IA (Roofing Contractors), expires 2027-05-04.
Listing source: https://www.garciaroofingandexteriors.com/ (checked 2026-10-22).
Marion-based exterior company offering roof replacement and repair, storm and hail damage inspections, siding and gutters.
- Roof replacement
- Roof repair
- Storm & hail damage
- Gutters
- Siding
- Commercial roofing
Service area (their words): Based in Marion; names Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha, Iowa City, Coralville and North Liberty.
No active Iowa registration found by name (checked 2026-10-22)
How we checked
DIAL Active Iowa Construction Contractor Registrations open data (data.iowa.gov dataset 1052, data updated 2026-10-19), searched 2026-10-22: No record found under 'Manny's Central Iowa Exteriors'. Ask the company for its registration number.
Listing source: https://mannyscentraliowaexteriors.com/, https://mannyscentraliowaexteriors.com/locations/marion (checked 2026-10-22).
Passion Exteriors
local4515 N River Blvd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
Locally owned roofing, siding and gutter contractor headquartered in Cedar Rapids.
- Roof replacement
- Roof repair
- Storm & hail damage
- Gutters
- Siding
Service area (their words): Headquartered in Cedar Rapids, with service-area pages for Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha, Iowa City, Coralville, North Liberty and Dubuque.
Registration not confirmed by us (checked 2026-10-22)
How we checked
DIAL Active Iowa Construction Contractor Registrations open data (data.iowa.gov dataset 1052, data updated 2026-10-19), searched 2026-10-22: No record found under 'Passion Exteriors'. (An unrelated-looking PASSION HOME IMPROVEMENTS LLC in Waukee is registered; we could not confirm a link.) Ask the company for its registration number.
Listing source: https://www.passionexteriors.com/, https://www.passionexteriors.com/service-areas/cedar-rapids, https://www.passionexteriors.com/service-areas/iowa-city, https://www.passionexteriors.com/service-areas/dubuque (checked 2026-10-22).
Cedar Rapids-area roofing company whose site describes roofing, storm damage, siding and gutter work.
- Roof repair
- Storm & hail damage
- Gutters
- Siding
Service area (their words): Names Cedar Rapids and Marion on its site.
Iowa contractor registration found (C122099, checked 2026-10-22)
How we checked
DIAL Active Iowa Construction Contractor Registrations open data (data.iowa.gov dataset 1052, data updated 2026-10-19), searched 2026-10-22: active record C122099, PERFECT PITCH ROOFING LC, Cedar Rapids, IA (Roofing Contractors), expires 2027-05-06.
Listing source: https://perfectpitchroofs.com/about-us (checked 2026-10-22).
Family-owned home exterior company offering roof replacement, storm damage repair, siding, gutters and windows.
- Roof replacement
- Roof repair
- Storm & hail damage
- Gutters
- Siding
Service area (their words): Has a Dubuque service page and names Cedar Rapids and Marion.
Iowa contractor registration found (C135133, checked 2026-10-22)
How we checked
DIAL Active Iowa Construction Contractor Registrations open data (data.iowa.gov dataset 1052, data updated 2026-10-19), searched 2026-10-22: active record C135133, SERENITY HOME TRANFORMATIONS LLC, Cedar Rapids, IA (Siding Contractors), expires 2027-11-05. Registered as SERENITY HOME TRANFORMATIONS LLC (spelling as in the state record), Cedar Rapids.
Listing source: https://serenityht.com/dubuque-ia (checked 2026-10-22).
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Listings are informational, not endorsements or rankings, and no company paid to be listed. Details come from each company’s own website. Registration status comes from the State of Iowa’s active contractor registration list on the date shown; always search Iowa contractor registration yourself before hiring. Companies can request a correction or removal.
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Sources
- Building Services FAQs - City of Cedar Rapids (checked 2026-10-22)
- Roofing permit application (PDF) - City of Cedar Rapids (checked 2026-10-22)
- NWS Quad Cities forecast office - National Weather Service (checked 2026-10-22)
- Contractor Registration - Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (checked 2026-10-22)
- April Consumer Connection: Hail Claims - Iowa Insurance Division (checked 2026-10-22)
- Attorney General Bird Warns Iowans of Storm-Chaser Scams and Price Gouging (April 29, 2024) - Iowa Attorney General (checked 2026-10-22)
- Storm Events Database - NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (checked 2026-10-22)
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