Nez Perce County, Idaho
Roofing help in Lewiston, ID
Call and describe the problem, whether it is a leak, storm damage, worn shingles or a roof that needs replacing, and you will be connected with an independent roofing contractor serving Lewiston.
Your call is connected to an independent roofing contractor, subject to availability in your area. Roofing Nation may receive compensation when your call is connected with a participating contractor. Contractors are independent businesses.
Lewiston at a glance
Homes and roofs in Lewiston
The median year built for housing in Lewiston is 1971, and about 66% of its 15,109 housing units were built before 1980. Many homes from this period are on their second roof, and asphalt shingles installed in the 2000s are reaching the age when wear, granule loss and leaks become more common.
Weather and roof wear
NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the LEWISTON NEZ PERCE CO AP, ID station record about 80 nights a year at or below freezing. Regular freeze-thaw cycles can work water into small cracks in shingles and flashing, and ice can build up along gutters and eaves.
Services worth knowing about here
- Roof Replacement (median home built in 1971)
- Roof Leak Repair (leaks are the most common roofing call)
- Storm Damage Roof Repair (wind, hail and fallen limbs can strike anywhere)
- Roof Repair (about 80 freezing nights a year)
Owners, landlords and tenants
About 68% of occupied homes in Lewiston are owner-occupied and 33% are rented. Homeowners, landlords and property managers can call to be connected; tenants should contact their landlord or property manager about roof problems first.
Nearby places
Lewiston is in Nez Perce County. Places within about 30 miles include Pullman, WA (25 mi), Moscow (23 mi) and Clarkston, WA (3 mi).
Other Idaho locations
Questions
Is Roofing Nation a roofer in Lewiston?
No. Roofing Nation is a referral service. Calls from Lewiston are connected to an independent roofing contractor, subject to availability in Nez Perce County.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Lewiston?
Many cities and counties require a permit for re-roofing. Check with the City of Lewiston or Nez Perce County building department, and ask the contractor.
What should I do right after storm damage?
Stay off the roof and away from downed lines, photograph damage from the ground, protect belongings from water inside, and contact your insurer if you plan to file a claim.
Who decides what the work will cost?
The independent contractor sets the scope and the charges after inspecting the roof. Confirm all details with the contractor directly.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population totals, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year (tables B25034, B25035, B25003), 2024 Gazetteer; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.