Roofing Contractor in Shaker Heights, OH
Roofing in Shaker Heights is not like roofing anywhere else around Cleveland. About three quarters of the city is part of the Shaker Village Historic District, nearly half the homes were built before 1940, and the city has detailed rules on shingle ratings, colors and materials. Getting it right takes a roofer who knows the rules before the first shingle comes off.
ARC Roofing & Home Improvements is a family-owned company that has served Northeast Ohio since 1985. We have completed a full tear-off and replacement here in Shaker Heights, and we handle the city approvals for you.
Current Offer
Free gutter guards with any full roof replacement signed by November 30, 2026.
The Homes That Make Shaker, Shaker
The Van Sweringen brothers planned Shaker Heights as a garden city starting in 1905, with strict design standards that still shape it today. Across Fernway, Ludlow, Malvern, Mercer, Onaway and the city’s other neighborhoods, you will find English Tudors, Colonial Revivals, Dutch Colonials with gambrel roofs and French-style homes with steep slate roofs. Each one needs a different approach, and some should be repaired rather than replaced.
Slate, tile and wood roofs – The city asks that slate and wood roofs be repaired when possible, and asphalt shingles cannot be used to patch them. We assess these roofs honestly before recommending anything.
30-year shingle minimum – Shaker requires asphalt shingles with at least a 30-year rating, in a color from the city’s pre-approved palette, which generally runs darker. We bring compliant samples to your estimate.
Partial replacements – The city does not allow more than 25 percent of a roof to be replaced without replacing all of it. We explain where your project falls before you commit.
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Old Trees, Hard Storms
Shaker’s mature tree canopy is one of the best things about the city, and a National Weather Service meteorologist has called it heavily wooded with large, mature trees, which makes it more prone to wind damage. On March 31, 2026, gusts up to 74 miles per hour brought massive trees down in Shaker Heights. If a limb hit your roof or slate went missing, call us for a free inspection.
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Shaker Heights Permits and the Architectural Board of Review
A new roof in Shaker Heights needs a building permit and approval from the Architectural Board of Review, and roof applications go to the Planning Department with a color photo of the front of the house. Covering wood siding with vinyl also needs ABR approval, and most gutter changes do too. Contractors need an annual Shaker Heights contractor license. We prepare the submission, pull the permit and schedule the work around the approval.
Payment Plans
Wisetack financing lets you split a roof replacement into monthly payments. Prequalifying takes a few minutes and does not affect your credit score. Subject to credit approval.
Ready for Inspections
Shaker inspects owner-occupied homes on a regular cycle and at point of sale. A well-documented roof replacement makes those inspections easier.
Questions We Hear in Shaker Heights
Can I put asphalt shingles on a home that has slate now?
Not to patch it. The city says asphalt shingles cannot be used to patch slate, wood or tile roofs, and it asks owners to repair slate when possible. Replacing the whole roof with a different material requires ABR review. We walk you through the options.
How long does ABR approval take?
It depends on the city’s schedule and how complete the application is. We submit a complete package, including the color photo and the shingle specs, to avoid delays.
Do you handle point-of-sale roof repairs?
Yes. If a point-of-sale or exterior inspection calls out the roof, gutters or siding, we can make the repairs and give you documentation for the city.
More Work for Shaker Heights Homes
Roofing
Roof replacement and repair that meets Shaker’s design rules.
Siding
Siding repair and replacement with ABR approval when required.
Home Remodeling
Kitchen, bath and basement remodels in older homes.
Gutters
Gutter repair and replacement that respects the original style.
Schedule a Free Shaker Heights Estimate
Call (440) 212-2083 any time, or request your estimate online. See a recent Shaker Heights roof replacement we completed.