Wapello County, Iowa
Roofing help in Ottumwa, IA
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 Ottumwa.
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.
Ottumwa at a glance
Homes and roofs in Ottumwa
The median year built for housing in Ottumwa is 1955, and about 80% of its 11,395 housing units were built before 1980. With much of the housing stock this old, many homes have been re-roofed at least once, and some have several layers of shingles or original board decking that a contractor may want to check during a replacement.
Weather and roof wear
NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the OTTUMWA INDUSTRIAL AP, IA station record about 130 nights a year at or below freezing. Long freeze seasons bring snow load, ice dams at the eaves and repeated freeze-thaw cycles that can lift shingles and open gaps around flashing.
Services worth knowing about here
- Roof Replacement (median home built in 1955)
- 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 130 freezing nights a year)
Owners, landlords and tenants
About 62% of occupied homes in Ottumwa are owner-occupied and 38% 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
Ottumwa is in Wapello County. Places within about 30 miles include Oskaloosa (22 mi), Fairfield (24 mi), Albia (20 mi) and Bloomfield (19 mi).
Other Iowa locations
Questions
Is Roofing Nation a roofer in Ottumwa?
No. Roofing Nation is a referral service. Calls from Ottumwa are connected to an independent roofing contractor, subject to availability in Wapello County.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Ottumwa?
Many cities and counties require a permit for re-roofing. Check with the City of Ottumwa or Wapello 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.