Roofing and Siding Contractors

The 32,000 roofing and siding contractors in the US install new roofs, replace old roofs, perform other roofing related services and install various types of building siding and finish materials. Roofing contractors may also provide roof painting, spraying, or coating services or install skylights. Siding contractors include firms that install gutters and downspouts. A company may offer both roofing and siding installation. Some companies offer related construction services, such as brick or stone installation and waterproofing services.

Seasonality And The Weather

Roofing and siding jobs are seasonal, with most projects occurring during months with temperate weather conducive to construction.

Dependence On General Contractors

Roofing and siding contractors depend on relationships with general contractors (GC) to secure work on large projects, particularly non-residential construction jobs and managed residential developments.

Sep 17, 2026 - Mold Claims Put Greater Focus on Moisture Control

• Mold problems are driving more disputes between homeowners and builders over alleged construction defects, according to The Wall Street Journal. Tighter, more energy-efficient homes can require careful control of moisture, ventilation, and water intrusion, and homeowners have pursued costly claims when mold develops. Roofing and siding contractors may face greater scrutiny over installation practices that affect the building envelope, particularly flashing, weather barriers, siding penetrations, and other areas where water can enter a structure. Contractors can reduce potential callbacks and liability by closely following manufacturer specifications and documenting proper installation.
• New 50% US tariffs on a broad range of Canadian imports took effect August 22, according to the National Roofing Contractors Association. The duties cover products, including cement and certain building materials, and apply regardless of whether the covered goods otherwise qualify under the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement, although certain products subject to separate trade measures are excluded. Roofing contractors that use affected Canadian materials could see higher acquisition costs or changes in supplier sourcing as distributors adjust to the new duties. Even contractors that do not directly import products may encounter price increases as tariffs work through domestic distribution channels. Firms may need to verify current pricing and availability before submitting bids, particularly on projects with long lead times or significant material requirements.
• California, Texas, and Florida accounted for more than 20% of US remodeling activity in the first quarter of 2026, according to the National Association of Home Builders. Inflation-adjusted remodeling spending increased more than 10% from 2023 to 2025, supported by aging housing stock and record-high home equity gains. Remodeling activity can provide an important source of demand for roofing and siding contractors when new-home construction is weak, particularly as older homes require exterior repairs and replacements. NAHB expects remodeling growth in the years ahead as rising home equity gives homeowners more resources to fund improvement projects. Remodeling conditions vary significantly by state, however, and the number of states posting negative growth increased in the first quarter.
• In 2025, 27.7% of all new homes started had vinyl siding, making it the most popular siding material used in new single-family homes, according to the US Census Bureau's Survey of Construction. At 24.1%, stucco siding was the second most popular siding material used in new single-family homes in 2025, followed by fiber cement siding (22.6%), brick or brick veneer (16.8%), wood or wood products (5.9%), other materials (1.3%), stone materials (1.1%), and concrete block (0.5%). Fiber cement siding – such as Hardiboard and Hardiplank - is the fastest-growing siding material, rising almost 20 percentage points in the past 25 years. Meanwhile, brick has fallen out of favor, dropping from a market share of nearly 25% in 2012 to just under 17% in 2025.

Industry size & Structure

The average roofing or siding contractor operates out of a single location, employs 5-8 workers, and generates about $2 million annually.

• The roofing and siding contracting industry consists of about 33,000 establishments that employ 290,00 workers and generate about $80 billion annually.
• Roofing contractors account for 74% of establishments and 87% of total industry revenue.
• Most roofing and siding contractors are independent firms and operate within a limited market.
• Large companies include Tecta America, CentiMark Corporation, and Flynn Group of companies.
• Single-family residential projects account for the majority of industry revenue.