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Roofing & Fortified Roofs contractors in Louisiana

The roof is usually the first part of a house to be damaged in a hurricane. A wind-resistant re-roof focuses on how well the roof deck is attached, sealing the deck so water stays out if shingles blow off, and using roof coverings rated for high winds. FORTIFIED Roof, a voluntary standard from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), packages these upgrades with third-party verification.

Pros

  • A stronger roof protects everything under it; roof damage is often what lets water into a house during a storm.
  • Upgrades such as better deck attachment and a sealed roof deck are easiest and cheapest to add while the roof is being replaced anyway.
  • A roof built to the IBHS FORTIFIED Roof standard can qualify for insurance premium reductions in Louisiana. See our FORTIFIED guide.
  • Higher wind-rated roof coverings and enhanced edge details help keep shingles and metal panels in place.

Things to consider

  • Wind-resistant upgrades add materials and labor compared with a basic re-roof.
  • A FORTIFIED designation requires third-party evaluation and documentation, which takes coordination and adds fees.
  • Demand for roofers spikes after a storm, so lead times can be long and storm chasers are common.
  • Older roof decks may need repairs or replacement once the old roof is removed.

What to ask for in a quote

  • The contractor's state license number and classification, so you can confirm it on the LSLBC contractor search.
  • Who pulls the permit, whether permit fees are included, and when inspections will happen.
  • Proof of general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage.
  • How the roof deck will be attached (fastener type and spacing) and how deck seams will be sealed.
  • The wind rating of the shingles or metal roofing, and the manufacturer's installation requirements for that rating.
  • Whether the company is able to build to the FORTIFIED Roof standard, and whether you will hire an evaluator before work starts.
  • How rotten decking will be priced if it's found after tear-off.

Find roofing & fortified roofs contractors by parish

Contractors licensed or named for roofing & fortified roofs (631)

Frequently asked questions

What is a FORTIFIED Roof?

FORTIFIED Roof is a voluntary construction and re-roofing standard from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS). It calls for upgrades such as a sealed roof deck, enhanced deck attachment with ring-shank nails, stronger roof edges and high-wind-rated roof coverings, verified by a FORTIFIED evaluator. Read our FORTIFIED roof guide.

Does a new roof need a permit in Louisiana?

Permit rules are set by your parish or city. Many jurisdictions require a permit for re-roofing. Ask your contractor who will pull the permit and check with your local permit office.

Should I hire the roofer who knocks on my door after a storm?

Be careful. Verify the license on the LSLBC contractor search before you sign or pay, get written estimates from more than one contractor, and avoid large upfront deposits. See our guide to hiring a licensed contractor.