Roofing Company in Charleston, SC That Does Roof Inspections, Roof Repairs, Roof Replacements, Siding, Windows and Gutters
Charleston Roofs and Windows Protects Charleston Homes From the Roof Down With One Locally Owned Team and a W2 Project Manager on Every Job
Charleston Roofs and Windows is the roofing company in Charleston, SC that inspects, repairs and replaces roofs, then finishes the house with new windows, siding and gutters. One team, one W2 project manager, and a final walkaround on every job from the peninsula to the islands.
Free inspections and 0% financing for 12 months on approved credit.
- Atlas Pro+ Diamond Level
- Viwinco Blue Label Windows
- BBB A+ Accredited
- 4.9 Stars From 680 Google Reviews
- Locally Owned Since 2012
About Charleston Roofs and Windows, the Charleston Roofer Locals Have Trusted Since 2012
Charleston Roofs and Windows is a locally owned roofing, window, siding and gutter company that has worked on Lowcountry homes since January 2012.
Our office is in Ladson, about 16 miles up I-26 from downtown, and our crews are on Charleston roofs every week, from South of Broad to Wagener Terrace.
Most of our work in Charleston is everyday roofing. A leak shows up over a bedroom ceiling, a few shingles blow off in a summer storm, or a 20-year-old roof starts dropping granules into the gutters.
We trace the leak from the attic and the roof, quote a repair when a repair will do, and quote a replacement only when the roof is truly done.
When a roof needs to come off, our crews tear it down to the deck, replace rotten decking, and install a complete Atlas Signature Select roofing system.
Most Charleston replacements finish in one day. A W2 project manager, an employee and not a subcontractor foreman, checks the work and walks the finished roof with you.
The other half of our work is storm roofing. Charleston sits in the path of tropical systems almost every year, and wind, hail and hurricane gusts lift shingles, tear ridge caps and punch holes through decking.
Our team tarps open roofs fast, finds the damage you can't see from the ground, and restores the roof, windows, siding and gutters under one project manager.
"We discovered a leak (rain dripping from a can light) and called Chas Roofs & Windows. They responded immediately, as hurricane Helene was on its way. Grady Brown discovered the leak quickly, he climbed on the roof and then patched it - all in the same call!"
- 2012 working on Lowcountry homes since January
- 16 mi from our Ladson office up I-26 from downtown
- 1 day most Charleston replacements, start to finish
- W2 PM an employee on site, not a subcontractor foreman
Our crews are on Charleston roofs every week.
- South of Broad
- Wagener Terrace
- The islands
The Truth About Hiring a Roofing Company in Charleston (And How Charleston Roofs and Windows Fixes It)
Hiring a roofer in Charleston is harder than it should be, and most homeowners find that out after the first two calls.
One company never shows. Another quotes a full replacement without climbing a ladder. After a storm like Debby or Helene, out-of-town crews knock on doors and are gone before the warranty matters.
The Problems Charleston Homeowners Run Into
"We called 3 roofing companies to come out and take a look at a leak in our roof in our new house. Charleston roofs + windows was the only one that came at the scheduled time."
Roofers Who Quote Before They Look
A leak over a Charleston kitchen can start at a chimney, a ridge vent or a pipe boot 10 feet away. A roofer who quotes from the driveway is guessing, and guesses usually come back as full replacements.
How Charleston Roofs and Windows Solves It
Our inspection managers check the attic first and the roof second, then photograph the exact entry point. You see what we see before you pay for anything.
"The first company came to my house and without stepping one foot on my roof, told me I needed a whole roof repair in the amount of 6,500.00 dollars. Michael from Charleston Roof came out. He walk my roof and took pictures of the areas that needed attention. He told me my roof was still in good shape for its age."
Jobs Handed Off to Crews Nobody Supervises
Many roofing companies sell the job, then hand it to a subcontractor crew and check in by phone. That handoff is where cleanup gets skipped and small misses become leaks.
How Charleston Roofs and Windows Solves It
A W2 project manager runs every Charleston Roofs and Windows job. He's on site, he checks the work as it goes in, and he does a final walkaround with you before the job is closed.
The Final Walkaround Standard
Every job ends with your project manager walking the finished work with you, answering questions, and confirming the yard and driveway are clear.
"Luis, our project manager went above and beyond to make sure we understood every step of the process. I really appreciated how he took pictures and did a final quality check after the work was done."
Storm Chasers After Every Hurricane
After Hurricane Helene in September 2024, gusts hit 67 mph at the Charleston tide gauge and 63 mph at the airport. Every storm like that brings door-knockers with out-of-state plates and no local office.
How Charleston Roofs and Windows Solves It
Charleston Roofs and Windows has worked in the Lowcountry since 2012 from a permanent office in Ladson, with 680 Google reviews you can read today. We'll be here for the next storm, and so will your warranty.
What You Actually Need From a Charleston Roofer
Attic and roof, with photos, before a price.
Not every leak needs a new roof.
Atlas Pro+ Diamond Level is earned by volume of complete Atlas system installs.
A named project manager, not a crew you never meet.
The city re-roof permit, the 150 mph design wind speed and the Board of Architectural Review roofing policy.
Roofing Services From Charleston Roofs and Windows in Charleston, SC
Charleston Roofs and Windows handles every part of a Charleston roof, plus the windows, siding and gutters around it. One team, one project manager, one phone number.
Roofing Services
Roof Repair
Leaks, missing shingles, flashing, valleys, pipe boots and skylights, traced to the source before we quote. See roof repair.
Roof Replacement
Full tear-off, decking repair and a complete Atlas Signature Select system, usually finished in one day. See roof replacement.
Roof Inspection
Free inspections with photos and a plain-language report, including pre-purchase and HOA assessments. See roof inspection.
Storm Damage Repair
Emergency tarping and repair of wind, hail and hurricane damage. See storm damage repair.
Shingle, Metal, Flat and FORTIFIED Roofing
- Shingle roofing: Atlas shingles with Scotchgard Protector to fight the black algae streaks Charleston humidity causes.
- Metal roofing: standing seam and exposed fastener systems for coastal wind.
- Flat and modified roofing: TPO and modified bitumen for porches, additions and low-slope sections.
- FORTIFIED roofing: sealed roof decks and reinforced edges built to the IBHS standard.
Windows, Siding and Gutters
- Window replacement: Viwinco impact and energy-efficient windows, measured by your project manager before ordering.
- Siding: vinyl and James Hardie fiber cement built for salt air and humidity.
- Gutters: seamless aluminum gutters installed by our own in-house W2 crews.
How Charleston Weather Wears Down Your Roof, and How Charleston Roofs and Windows Builds Against It
Charleston weather is the single biggest reason roofs here fail early. The city averages 52.5 inches of rain a year, July highs average 90.1 F, and tidal water surrounds the peninsula on three sides.
Heat bakes shingles, humidity feeds algae, and salt air corrodes fasteners and flashing. Then a tropical storm tests everything at once.
Recent Storms That Hit Charleston Roofs
| Date | Storm | What Charleston Saw |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2026 | EF0 tornado at Folly Beach | A waterspout came ashore with winds near 55 mph |
| Jul 11, 2026 | Severe thunderstorm | 59 mph gust measured at Charleston International Airport |
| Jun 14, 2026 | Severe thunderstorm warnings | Gusts up to 60 mph forecast with damage to roofs and siding |
| Oct 10 to 11, 2025 | Nor'easter | Charleston Harbor peaked at 8.46 feet, major flood stage |
| Jul 4 to 6, 2025 | Tropical Storm Chantal | Gusts near 47 mph at the Charleston tide gauge |
| Sep 26 to 27, 2024 | Hurricane Helene | 67 mph gust at the tide gauge, 63 mph at the airport, four tornadoes in Charleston County |
| Aug 5 to 8, 2024 | Tropical Storm Debby | 15 to 19 inches of rain across the metro, 60 mph gusts at Charleston |
| Sep 30, 2022 | Hurricane Ian | 68 mph gust and 5.57 inches of rain at the airport |
| Sep 22, 1989 | Hurricane Hugo | 108 mph gusts downtown, a 10.4 foot storm tide on the peninsula |
What Each Charleston Weather Threat Does to a Roof
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Wind and Hurricane Gusts
Wind lifts shingle edges, breaks the seal strips, and peels ridge caps first. The City of Charleston designs to a 150 mph wind speed under the 2021 South Carolina codes, which is why the right nailing and underlayment matter here. -
Heavy Rain and Flooding
Debby dropped close to 19 inches on parts of the metro in four days. Water that sits behind a clogged gutter or a failed valley finds every weak spot in the decking. -
Salt Air and Humidity
Salt air corrodes exposed fasteners and metal flashing, and steady humidity feeds the algae that streaks shingles black. Atlas Scotchgard Protector shingles are built to resist those streaks.
How Charleston Roofs and Windows Builds Roofs for This Climate
- Wind-rated installs. Correct nail patterns and sealed starter and ridge courses.
- Code-compliant underlayment. Wind-design underlayment that meets the 2021 IRC as adopted in South Carolina.
- Algae-resistant shingles. Atlas Scotchgard Protector shingles on Atlas Signature Select systems.
- Coastal metal choices. Material and fastener choices matched to salt exposure near the water.
- Fast storm response. Same-day tarping when a storm opens your roof.
Roofing Historic Charleston Homes: Permits, the BAR and What Charleston Roofs and Windows Checks First
Roofing in Charleston comes with rules most other Lowcountry towns don't have.
The City of Charleston created the Board of Architectural Review (BAR) in 1931 with the first preservation ordinance in the United States, and the Old and Historic District was the first historic district protected by local law in the country.
The City of Charleston Re-Roof Permit
- A permit is required. Residential re-roofing is filed with the city as a roofing permit for single-family and duplex homes.
- Shingles must meet Type H unless otherwise specified, a high wind resistance rating.
- A final inspection is required before the job is closed out.
- Jobs over $5,000 must be filed with the Charleston County Register of Deeds.
- Metal and elastomeric roofs need the manufacturer's specifications with the application.
The BAR Roofing Policy for Historic Roofs
The BAR adopted its roofing policy on December 10, 2014 for the Old and Historic and Old City districts. If your home sits in one of those districts, these rules shape what can go on your roof.
What the BAR Expects
- Repair first. Historic roofs should be repaired rather than replaced wherever possible.
- Replace in kind. A historic roof that's beyond repair is replaced with the same material.
- Hand-crimped standing seam. Modern snap-lock and commercial-grade metal roofs are not approved on historic structures.
- Terne is the historic original. Staff may approve aluminum or coated copper in kind when terne isn't available.
- Synthetic slate and tile are generally not appropriate on historic roofs.
How Charleston Roofs and Windows Handles It
Before you pick a material, your Charleston Roofs and Windows inspection manager confirms whether your address sits in a BAR district and what the existing roof is made of. That answer decides whether you're looking at a repair, an in-kind replacement or a full range of options.
Charleston Homes by Age and What It Means for the Roof
Charleston housing spans three centuries. About 10 percent of homes in the city were built before 1940, while more than 40 percent went up after 2000, so the right roof depends heavily on when and where the house was built.
- 1939 or earlier
Share of Charleston Homes 10 percentWhat It Usually Means for the Roof Historic materials, likely BAR review on the peninsula, repair-first approach
- 1940s to 1970s
Share of Charleston Homes About 25 percentWhat It Usually Means for the Roof Often on their second or third roof, decking and ventilation worth checking
- 1980s to 1990s
Share of Charleston Homes About 21 percentWhat It Usually Means for the Roof Prime age for full replacement if the roof was never redone
- 2000s
Share of Charleston Homes About 19 percentWhat It Usually Means for the Roof First replacement window for builder-grade shingles
- 2010 or later
Share of Charleston Homes About 26 percentWhat It Usually Means for the Roof Repairs, storm damage and HOA assessments more than replacements
Roof Materials for Charleston Homes Compared by Charleston Roofs and Windows
The best roof material for a Charleston home depends on three things: wind and salt exposure, whether the house sits in a BAR district, and your budget. Here's how the main options compare.
"We used Charleston roof and windows for our roof replacement on Folly beach and couldn’t be happier. We had a couple other companies come out, but they not only had the best price, but showed up on time."
- Architectural asphalt shingles
Best For in Charleston Most homes outside the historic districtsStrengths Lowest cost, wind-rated options, algae-resistant Atlas Scotchgard linesTrade-Offs Shorter life in heat and humidity than metal
- Standing seam metal
Best For in Charleston Raised homes, island homes and historic metal roofsStrengths Handles high wind, sheds heavy rain, long lifeTrade-Offs Higher upfront cost, hand-crimped detailing required on BAR historic roofs
- Modified bitumen and TPO
Best For in Charleston Porches, additions and low-slope sectionsStrengths Built for slopes shingles can't handleTrade-Offs Needs good drainage to avoid ponding
- Slate and tile
Best For in Charleston Historic homes that already have themStrengths Character-defining materials the BAR expects to preserveTrade-Offs Heavy, specialized repairs, replace in kind
What a Roof Costs in Charleston, SC With Charleston Roofs and Windows
Roof prices in Charleston are quoted per square, which is 100 square feet of roof. Pitch, decking repairs, access on tight peninsula lots, and historic district material rules move the final number.
| Roof Type | Charleston Price Per Square | Typical Whole-Roof Range |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles | $400-$700+ | $11,500-$17,000+ on a 1,800 to 2,200 sq ft home |
| Metal roofing | $1,000-$1,800+ | $18,000-$28,000+ for standing seam on a similar home |
| Commercial TPO flat roofing | $1,400-$2,000+ | Quoted per project |
| FORTIFIED roof | Varies by home | $12,000-$20,000+ depending on size |
Ways to Pay for a Charleston Roof
- 0% interest for 12 months on approved credit through Service Finance Company.
- Veteran and first responder specials on retail projects.
- SC Safe Home grants of up to $7,500+ toward a FORTIFIED roof for eligible owner-occupied Charleston County homes.
- $250 referral reward when someone you refer completes a project with Charleston Roofs and Windows.
Why Charleston Homeowners Rate Charleston Roofs and Windows 4.9 Stars
Charleston Roofs and Windows has 680 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars, and 642 of them are five stars.
Customers bring up the same things again and again: clean job sites in 119 reviews, communication in 80, and crews who show up on time in 69. Read them all on our reviews page.
"Easiest process I’ve dealt with since moving to Charleston in 2015. They came out to look at my roof next day and I had a quote the same day as inspection which was considerably less than the other quotes I received from competitors.They got me on a schedule within a week and knocked out the roof in a day."
"Jesse at Charleston Roofs and Windows did a written assessment of the roofs for our HOA on Daniel Island. He’s professional and thorough, prompt and highly responsive."
"We had a small leak in our roof, Charleston Roofs and Windows was 1 of the 2 companies that responded to us, all others only wanted to do a complete reroofing project."
"We had a great experience with Charleston Roofs from start to finish for replacing our skylights. ... Our project manager stayed in contact during the whole install. The work was done well, efficiently and the area was cleaned up when the work was completed."
"Did a great job on our roof in Mount Pleasant. Would definitely recommend!"
Why Charleston Homeowners Rate Charleston Roofs and Windows 4.9 Stars
Charleston Roofs and Windows has 680 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars, and 642 of them are five stars.
Customers bring up the same things again and again: clean job sites in 119 reviews, communication in 80, and crews who show up on time in 69. Read them all on our reviews page.
"Easiest process I’ve dealt with since moving to Charleston in 2015. They came out to look at my roof next day and I had a quote the same day as inspection which was considerably less than the other quotes I received from competitors.They got me on a schedule within a week and knocked out the roof in a day."
"We had a great experience with Charleston Roofs from start to finish for replacing our skylights. ... Our project manager stayed in contact during the whole install. The work was done well, efficiently and the area was cleaned up when the work was completed."
"Jesse at Charleston Roofs and Windows did a written assessment of the roofs for our HOA on Daniel Island. He’s professional and thorough, prompt and highly responsive."
"We had a small leak in our roof, Charleston Roofs and Windows was 1 of the 2 companies that responded to us, all others only wanted to do a complete reroofing project."
"Did a great job on our roof in Mount Pleasant. Would definitely recommend!"