Roofing Contractor in Des Moines, IA
Locally owned in Grimes. BBB A+ accredited. 5.0 stars across 66 Google reviews. Free photo-documented roof inspections anywhere in Des Moines.
Searching for the best roofer in Des Moines? Here’s what 64 five-star reviews, BBB A+ accreditation, and a local crew that answers the phone get you.
At a Glance
- Who we are: Hutch Unlimited Roofing — locally owned by Scott, based at 2407 NE 12th St, Grimes, IA 50111. In business since 2021.
- Where we work: All of Des Moines proper — 50309, 50310, 50311, 50312, 50313, 50314, 50315, 50316, 50317, 50319, 50320, 50321. About 20–25 minutes from our shop to most Des Moines neighborhoods.
- What we do: Roof repair, full roof replacement (architectural asphalt, Class 3 and Class 4 impact-resistant, standing-seam metal), storm/hail/wind damage repair, seamless gutters, siding, and free photo-documented inspections.
- Trust signals: BBB A+ accredited. 5.0-star average across 66 Google reviews. Google Guaranteed.
- Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat 8am–12pm. Phone: (515) 313-7355.
- Financing: Financing options available, including Wise financing with up to 24 months no interest.
What We Do
Roofing Services in Des Moines
Roof Repair
A leak around a pipe boot, wind-lifted shingles after a storm, flashing that’s pulled away from a chimney — most Des Moines repairs are one visit. We get on the roof, photograph everything we find, and show you before we touch a thing. If it doesn’t need fixing, we’ll tell you that too.
Roof Replacement
When repairs stop making sense, we do full tear-offs — not overlays over somebody else’s old shingles. Architectural asphalt, Class 3 and Class 4 impact-resistant shingles (worth asking your insurer about for discounts), and standing-seam metal. Every replacement gets new underlayment, ice-and-water shield in the valleys, and a full decking check. A lot of Des Moines homes still have plank decking instead of plywood; we find it and fix it right.
Storm, Hail & Wind Damage
Des Moines takes a beating. The August 2020 derecho, the December 2021 derecho, the July 2024 metro tornado event, the July 2026 floods — if your roof lived through any of those, it may be carrying damage you can’t see from the ground. We document storm damage with photos and measurements, in the format insurance adjusters actually want.
Seamless Gutters
Oversized seamless gutters and downspouts, sized for the kind of downpours Des Moines has been getting. After the 7-plus inches of rain that fell on parts of the metro in September 2026, a lot of homeowners learned their 5-inch gutters weren’t cutting it.
Siding
Vinyl and LP SmartSide siding replacement and repair. Hail doesn’t just hit roofs — if your siding took a beating, we can handle the whole exterior in one project.
Free Photo-Documented Inspections
No charge, no pressure. We walk the roof, photograph every problem area, and hand you the pictures with a straight answer: what’s fine, what needs attention, and what it costs.
Des Moines Housing
Des Moines Housing Waves — and What Each One Does to Roofs
Des Moines isn’t one kind of house. It’s four or five eras stacked on top of each other, and each era rots a roof in its own way.
1900s–1930s: Victorians, foursquares, and Beaverdale brick. Sherman Hill, the Drake neighborhood, River Bend, and the famous “Beaverdale Brick” Tudors and Colonial Revivals built in the 1920s and 30s. Steep pitches, real craftsmanship — and decking that’s often 1x planks instead of plywood, original pipe boots that have been cooking for decades, and in some cases two or three layers of shingles stacked on top of each other. These roofs need a careful tear-off and a decking check, not a quick overlay.
1940s–1960s: Post-war ranches and cape cods. Merle Hay area, Waveland Park, the south side around Watrous Heights, Highland Park. Simple, low-slope roofs that are easy to work on — but many are on their second or third roof, ventilation was an afterthought in that era, and brittle, curling shingles are everywhere. If your ranch still has its original 90s roof, it’s done.
1970s–1990s: Split-levels and two-stories. Waterbury, the Easter Lake area, parts of the south side and east side. The first replacement cycle on these is long over; plenty are on aging second roofs now. Builder-grade shingles from the 90s don’t owe anybody anything at this point.
2000s and newer: Infill and newer subdivisions. Twenty to twenty-five years later, the architectural shingles from the 2000s builds are hitting the end of their real-world life all at once. If your Des Moines house was built around 2000–2008, start planning — this is the decade it comes due.
Storm History
Des Moines Storm History (the Ones That Hit Roofs)
We don’t guess about storm damage — we check the record. Here’s what Des Moines roofs have lived through recently:
- August 10, 2020 — Derecho. Estimated 75 mph gusts at Des Moines International Airport (NWS). More than 100,000 customers in the Des Moines area lost power. At $11 billion, the costliest thunderstorm in U.S. history (NOAA billion-dollar database).
- December 15, 2021 — December derecho. The first December derecho ever recorded in the United States. Des Moines International Airport logged a 74 mph gust — the strongest non-thunderstorm gust there in over 50 years (NWS Des Moines).
- July 15, 2024 — Des Moines metro tornado/derecho event (NWS Des Moines event summary).
- July 20, 2026 — Flooding and wind. Des Moines measured 2.64 inches of rain in 24 hours (Iowa Environmental Mesonet); about 19,100 MidAmerican customers lost power at the peak, with flooded roadways and downed trees across the metro (Des Moines Register). Baseball-sized hail fell just north of the metro in the Story City corridor (NWS Des Moines).
- September 8, 2026 — Drake neighborhood storm. Over 7 inches of rain fell on parts of the metro in a 24-hour window, with widespread tree damage — the Drake neighborhood took the hardest hit (Des Moines Register, Sept. 9, 2026).
If your roof went through the 2020 or 2021 derechos and hasn’t been inspected since, that’s the first thing we’d check.
Straight Numbers
What Does a Roof Cost in Des Moines?
Baseline planning numbers for the Des Moines metro — the same ranges we quote in Ankeny, Altoona, and Polk City. These are starting points only: nothing is final until we’ve met at your home, measured the roof, and put it in a written contract.
| Home size | Architectural asphalt | Impact-resistant (Class 3 & 4) | Standing-seam metal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small ranch | $9,000–$14,000 | $12,000–$18,000 | $22,000–$34,000 |
| Typical two-story | $13,000–$19,500 | $17,000–$25,000 | $30,000–$46,000 |
| Large / complex | $18,000–$28,000 | $24,000–$35,000 | $42,000–$65,000 |
Add 10–25% for steep pitches or complex rooflines (those Beaverdale Tudors with all the valleys and dormers). Every estimate is free, written, and photo-documented — no “call for pricing” games.
Warning Signs
Signs Your Des Moines Roof Needs Repair
- Water stains on ceilings or walls — especially after the big rain events
- Shingles curling, cracking, or missing granules (check your gutters for granule buildup)
- Lifted or creased shingles after high wind — the derechos creased a lot of shingles that are only now leaking
- Rusty or cracked pipe boots around plumbing vents
- Flashing pulling away from chimneys or walls
- Sagging spots or soft decking underfoot
- A roof that’s 20+ years old in a neighborhood of 1920s–1960s homes — age is the most common cause we see
- Neighbors getting new roofs after a hailstorm — hail doesn’t skip houses
See any of these? A free inspection takes about 30 minutes and you’ll have photos the same day.
Local Coverage
Des Moines Neighborhoods We Serve
Plus the streets around the Iowa State Fairgrounds, downtown, the East Village, and the airport corridor. If your address says Des Moines, we come to you.
Simple & Transparent
Simple & Transparent
How does a roof repair or replacement with Hutch work?
Call or Request
Tell us what you’re seeing on your Des Moines roof — (515) 313-7355 or the estimate form.
Free Inspection
We drive out from Grimes, get on the roof, and photograph what we find.
Clear Estimate
An honest written quote, plus a photo-documented damage report.
We Get to Work
Tear-off, decking checks, new roof — cleanly staged on your drive.
Final Walkthrough
We review the work with you and magnet-sweep every nail off the lawn.
What Neighbors Say
Verified Google Reviews
What do Central Iowa homeowners say about Scott?
A 5.0-star average across 66 Google reviews. Three, word for word.
“Scott is professional, efficient, and honest. He went WAY above and beyond and provided top-notch service.”
— Colin & Whitney M.“Scott was so responsive and quickly helped us repair a leak in our ceiling. Incredibly friendly and gave great advice.”
— Whitney Peitz“Scott and his team were very professional and punctual. Honest and informative about our roof and insulation.”
— Kristen PohlmanDes Moines Roofing FAQs
Des Moines Roofing FAQ
How fast can you get to my Des Moines house from Grimes?
About 20–25 minutes to most Des Moines neighborhoods. For active leaks we do our best to get there same-day.
Are you local, or one of those storm-chaser outfits?
Local. We’re based in Grimes, BBB A+ accredited, and we’ve been roofing Central Iowa since 2021. We don’t knock on doors after storms — but we do answer the phone when your neighbor’s “free roof” guy disappears.
My house was built in the 2000s. Is it really time for a new roof?
Probably soon. The architectural shingles from that era are hitting 20–25 years now, which is the end of their real-world life in Iowa weather. A free inspection will tell you whether you’ve got five years or five months.
Will you help with my insurance claim after hail or wind damage?
Yes. We document damage with photos and measurements in the format adjusters work with, meet the adjuster on-site if you want, and put everything in writing. We don’t promise what insurance will cover — nobody honest can — but we make the process clean.
My old Des Moines house has two layers of shingles. Now what?
Tear both off and start fresh. Layering a third roof over the top hides decking problems and voids most manufacturer warranties. A lot of pre-1960 Des Moines homes have plank decking underneath — we check it and replace bad boards as part of the job.
Can you put a metal roof on a Beaverdale Tudor?
Yes — standing-seam metal looks great on steep-pitch Tudors and lasts 50+ years. It’s a bigger upfront number (see the cost table), but for a house you’ll keep for decades, the math works.
What’s the difference between roofing on the south side versus Beaverdale?
Mostly the house, not the side of town. Beaverdale’s 1920s–30s brick homes have steep pitches, lots of valleys, and plank decking. South-side ranches are simpler and faster to roof. Either way, the inspection process is the same.
Do you offer financing?
Yes — we have financing options available, including Wise financing with up to 24 months no interest. Ask about it when you get your estimate.
Get Your Free Des Moines Roof Inspection
No pressure, no obligation. We come out from Grimes, walk your roof, and hand you photos and a straight answer.
Call or text: (515) 313-7355
Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat 8am–12pm
Hutch Unlimited Roofing — 2407 NE 12th St, Grimes, IA 50111
Written and reviewed by the Hutch Unlimited Roofing team, Grimes, Iowa.