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ROYAL OAK ROOFING EXPERTS

Roofing Company in Royal Oak, MI

Roofing Army serves Royal Oak from our Ferndale office right next door on Woodward Heights. We specialize in Royal Oak's mix of 1920s bungalows, Cape Cods, mid-century ranches, and modern renovations. Full roof replacements, minor repairs, storm damage, attic ventilation, emergency tarping, and seamless gutters. We install shingles from Atlas, CertainTeed, GAF, Owens Corning, and Tilcor metal shingles. No deposits, no subcontractors, no runaround.
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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 49 Google reviews

  • Family Owned
  • No Deposits
  • In-House Crews
  • Licensed & Insured
  • BBB Accredited Business, A+ rating
  • HomePros Certified contractor
  • Google Guaranteed
  • Atlas Pro+ Diamond contractor

Our Services

Roofing Services in Royal Oak

From full roof replacements to minor repairs, no job is too small or too large. We install shingles from Atlas, CertainTeed, GAF, and Owens Corning, and we offer Tilcor metal shingles for homeowners looking for the durability of metal with a traditional shingle look. Our Ferndale office is right next door to Royal Oak on Woodward Heights. We have completed 3+ roof projects in the area.

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Royal Oak's Neighborhood Roofer

Our Ferndale office is literally on the Royal Oak border. Our crews work in Royal Oak neighborhoods every day and understand the mix of older bungalows, mid-century homes, and modern renovations that make this community unique. When you call us, you are talking to the people who will actually be on your roof, not a sales team.

  • No Deposits Required
  • Family Owned & Operated
  • We Back Our Work
Roofing Army van parked at a home in Royal Oak, MI during a roof replacement

What Sets Roofing Army Apart in Royal Oak

Who We Are

Roofing Army was built by Aaron Scott, a licensed residential builder who has spent his entire life in the home service industry and never lost his passion for the craft. Aaron lives in Oxford, where he is raising two young daughters with his wife, and he works alongside our crews across Southeast Michigan. He runs this company the same way he runs his home: with pride, integrity, and a refusal to cut corners.

Several of our crew members are Army veterans, and that ethos runs through everything we do: show up, do the work right, and serve the people counting on you. We are not obsessed with profits. We are obsessed with roofing. We built Roofing Army to be everything the other guys are not, and we are proud of every shingle that proves it.

How We Do Business

No high-pressure sales

No High-Pressure Sales

We give you the information, answer your questions, and let you decide on your own time.

We don't chase the big ticket

We Don’t Chase the Big Ticket

If a repair solves the problem, that’s what we recommend, even if it means a smaller job for us.

We right our wrongs

We Right Our Wrongs

We’re not perfect. No contractor is. But when something isn’t right, we own it and fix it. Every time.

Project manager on every job

Project Manager on Every Job

In-house crews. On-site oversight. No random subcontractors, no unsupervised work, no surprises.

Installation Standards

6 feet of ice & water shield at all eaves
Full ice & water coverage on slopes under 4/12
Starter shingles and specialty hip/ridge cap
Underlayment fastened with cap nails, not staples
Every shingle nailed per manufacturer spec
Pipe boot covers on every plumbing vent
Thorough ventilation analysis: ridge, can, or solar fan
Gable vents covered to prevent short-circuiting
Attic baffles for proper soffit-to-ridge airflow
Rotted decking replaced. Shown to you first.
Full tear-off on every job. No overlays.
Rooftop material delivery on every project

Protecting Your Property

Rubber wheel dump trailers on every job, not steel wheels that tear up your driveway. Catchall system to protect landscaping, siding, and windows during tear-off. Magnetic nail sweep across your entire yard, driveway, and walkways after every job. Your property should look better when we leave, not worse.

Transparency You Won't Find Anywhere Else

5 Options

Quotes That Fit Your Budget

You get 5 quotes at different price points so you can choose the package that fits your goals. Every line item is exactly what we install. No bait and switch. We guarantee the best price because we do not have fancy offices or unnecessary overhead rolled into your roof.

Live Portal

Proprietary Job Portal

Custom-built software we spent over a year developing. Real-time project updates, appointment reminders, warranty registration, and before, during, and after drone images of every step. You see exactly what was done and know you got exactly what you paid for.

20+Years Experience
40+5-Star Reviews
10–20yrWorkmanship Warranty
BBBCertified

Family owned & operated. HomePros certified. Fully licensed & insured in Michigan. Manufacturer warranties registered on every job. Professional repair techs on staff.

Roof Financing in Royal Oak

Flexible financing through Service Finance with instant approvals and loan amounts from $1,000 to $100,000.

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0% for 60 Months

Lowest Payment

8.99% for 120 Months

Financing subject to credit approval. Terms and availability may vary.

Roofing Challenges Royal Oak Homeowners Face

Royal Oak shares the demanding Metro Detroit climate with heavy winter snowfall, freezing rain, and sustained cold from November through March. The dense tree canopy that makes Royal Oak's neighborhoods charming also creates specific roofing challenges that newer suburban communities do not face.

Ice Dams on Older Bungalows

The 1920s-1940s bungalows in south Royal Oak along Campbell Road and the streets near Ferndale share the same no-soffit ventilation problem. Heat escapes through the attic, melts snow on the upper roof, and ice dams form at the narrow eaves. Proper ventilation solutions during a roof replacement fix the problem permanently. Edge vents and smart vents are the most common solutions on Royal Oak bungalows where traditional soffit panels cannot be installed.

Dense Tree Canopy & Algae

Royal Oak's mature street trees shade large portions of the roof, especially on north-facing slopes. Shaded roofs develop dark algae streaking faster and moss growth on areas that stay damp. Fallen leaves clog gutters and trap moisture in valleys. Atlas shingles with Scotchgard protector granules resist the algae streaking that is common throughout Royal Oak's tree-lined residential streets.

Multi-Era Housing Stock

Royal Oak has everything from 1920s bungalows to 1950s Cape Cods to mid-century ranches to modern renovations. Each era has its own roofing considerations. Bungalows need ventilation work. Cape Cods have complex knee-wall and dormer flashing. Mid-century ranches may have low-slope sections requiring different materials. Modern renovations need integration between new and existing roof planes. If your roof was installed before 2000, it is likely time for a full replacement.

Summer Storm Damage

Metro Detroit averages 30+ thunderstorm days per year. High winds and hail strip granules from aging shingles, and on Royal Oak's compact lots, debris from one roof can land on a neighbor's property. Spring thunderstorms bring sudden downbursts that can peel back shingle tabs on older roofs where the adhesive strip has dried out. If you notice storm damage, call us for a free inspection.

Renovation Integration Challenges

Royal Oak's ongoing renovation boom means many homeowners are adding second stories, bump-outs, or dormers to existing homes. These additions create new roof-to-wall transitions, valleys, and flashing points that must be properly integrated with the existing roof system. Improper integration is a common source of leaks on renovated homes. We coordinate with general contractors to ensure the roofing is done right when it is part of a larger renovation project.

Local Roofing Insights for Royal Oak

Normandy & Vinsetta Area

Royal Oak's most iconic older homes. 1920s-1940s construction with steep pitches, decorative dormers, and period details. Require experienced crews who can work with older construction and install proper ventilation alternatives on homes built without soffits.

South Royal Oak & Campbell Road

Compact bungalows sharing the same era and construction as neighboring Ferndale. Many on their third or fourth roof with potential decking issues. Same no-soffit ventilation challenges. Budget for decking inspection on any home older than 60 years here.

Shrine Area & North Royal Oak

Larger colonials near Shrine of the Little Flower and along 13 Mile Road. Mid-century homes with better soffit ventilation but aging shingles. Some modern renovations with additions that need proper roof integration and gutter systems.

Metro Detroit's Most Desirable Suburb

Royal Oak Schools. Vibrant downtown. Rising property values. An active renovation market where homeowners invest in quality. Our Ferndale office is right next door on Woodward Heights. We work in Royal Oak every single day.

Building Permits & Codes in Royal Oak

Permit information for the City of Royal Oak is being confirmed with the local building department. We handle all permit requirements for every jurisdiction we serve and will update this section with specific fee details.

Regardless of permit requirements, every Roofing Army installation follows Michigan Residential Code and manufacturer specifications. We install ice and water shield well past the minimum code requirement on every Royal Oak roof.

Contact us at 248-326-2020 for the latest permit details for your specific address.

Signs You Need a New Roof in Royal Oak

Watch for these warning signs on your Royal Oak home:

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Curling or buckling shingles

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Missing or cracked shingles

3

Granules in your gutters

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Dark streaks or algae growth

5

Sagging areas

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Daylight through the attic

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Recurring leaks

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Your roof is 20+ years old

Noticing any of these? Read the full guide to roof warning signs and repairs, or have us take a look for free.

Storm Damage? We Help With Insurance Claims in Royal Oak

If wind, hail, or a fallen tree damaged your roof, your homeowners insurance will typically cover the repair or replacement minus your deductible. Our four-step process keeps it simple: call us first for a same-day or next-day inspection, we meet your adjuster on site, we handle all the documentation, and once the claim is approved we do the work. See the full storm damage claims process.

Office Serving Royal Oak

Address701 Woodward Hts, Suite 135
Ferndale, MI 48220
HoursM - F: 8am - 8pm
Service AreaRoyal Oak, Ferndale, Berkley, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge, Clawson, and more

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What Royal Oak Homeowners Say

Roofing Army is without a doubt the best roofing company in Metro Detroit and Southeast Michigan. If you are a homeowner in this area and need a roof inspection or new roof, make sure to schedule an inspection with Roofing Army. Aaron is extremely knowledgeable and professional.

After getting the runaround from a couple other companies, Aaron came out and was completely straight with me about what I needed. No pressure, no scare tactics, just honest info. The crew showed up on time, did solid work, and left the place clean.

I had a roof inspection performed. Scott came by on time, immediately went up on the roof and performed his inspection. He came down and told me that my roof is perfectly fine and to contact him in a couple more years. Their company is honest, respectful, and has integrity.

Hundreds of Happy Customers

Aaron performed a very thorough inspection of the roof with a well-documented report. I was provided a very reasonable quote for a new roof with many options. The whole process was transparent and professional from start to finish.

After getting the runaround from a couple other companies, Aaron came out and was completely straight with me about what I needed. No pressure, no scare tactics, just honest info. The crew showed up on time, did solid work, and left the place clean.

This was an extremely smooth process. Starting with Aaron Scott who handled the estimate, he was friendly, on time, no hard sell, just advised me of problems and gave a good price. Evan and the roofers took it from there. The clean up was excellent. I would highly recommend Roofing Army.

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