Warren grew up fast after World War II, and many of its ranches and bungalows are now on their second or third roof. Rock Solid Exteriors, a Macomb County roofer since 1997, has recently finished jobs on Tecla Drive, Essex Avenue and Gruenburg Drive. From 8 Mile to 14 Mile, if your roof is leaking or worn out, we can help.
Call (844) 757-6543 for a free estimate, or fill out our roofing estimate form.
Warren Roofing Services
- Full roof replacement, including removal of old layers and replacement of damaged decking.
- Roof leak and storm damage repair, from a single missing shingle to wind damage across a slope.
- Asphalt shingle roofs in Owens Corning and CertainTeed lines.
- Metal roofs and metal shingles.
- Attic ventilation and insulation upgrades for older homes.
- Garage roofs, porch roofs and additions matched to the main house.
- Seamless gutters, soffit and fascia.
- Commercial roofing for Warren businesses.
Recent Warren Roof Replacements
Some of the roofing work we have completed for Warren homeowners. Street names only — we do not publish house numbers or customer names.
- Roofing on Norbert Avenue — completed July 2026
- Roofing on Otter Street — completed July 2026
- Roofing on Flanders Avenue — completed July 2026
- Roofing on Revere Drive — completed May 2026
- Roofing on Palomino Avenue — completed March 2026
- Roofing on La Salle Boulevard — completed March 2026
- Roofing on Wagner Avenue — completed December 2025
- Roofing on Autumn Lane — completed November 2025
- Roofing on Chalfonte Drive — completed August 2025
- Roofing on Dowland Court — completed June 2025
- Roofing on Tecla Drive — completed May 2025
- Roofing on Bonnie Avenue — completed May 2025
- Roofing on Julius Avenue — completed May 2025
- Roofing on Milton Avenue — completed May 2025
- Roofing on Gruenburg Drive — completed November 2024
- Roofing on Los Angeles Avenue — completed September 2024
See more of our work on the projects page and map, or call (844) 757-6543 for a free estimate.
Why Homeowners in Warren Call Us
- Close enough to come back. From our Hayes Road headquarters in Clinton Township it is about 10 to 15 minutes from north Warren and a little farther to the 8 Mile end. Warranty questions and follow-ups are handled by the same local office that sold the job.
- Local crews since 1997. Over 25 years in Macomb County means we know what older Warren roofs tend to hide.
- The right certifications. Rock Solid is an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, credentialed to install and register Owens Corning roofing system warranties, and we also install CertainTeed roofing. For siding we are James Hardie Select Contractor and Mastic Preferred, and we are members of the National Roofing Contractors Association.
- Manufacturer warranties. Qualifying Owens Corning systems come with manufacturer warranty options; ask for the terms on your roof. Learn more on our warranties page.
- Claims help. We inspect and photo-document storm and hail damage, explain honestly whether it looks worth a claim, and can meet your insurance adjuster at the house.
- Easier to afford. Financing on approved credit and a 10% veterans discount.
Rock Solid was very professional and fast. The crew did a great job respecting the property and making sure everything was cleaned up.
Michelle W., Warren MI
What Makes Warren Roofs Different
Mid-century homes, built in a hurry
Warren’s population roughly doubled between 1940 and 1950, doubled again by 1960 and reached 179,260 by 1970, driven by plants like Chrysler’s truck assembly plant, the Detroit Arsenal Tank Plant and the General Motors Technical Center. Neighborhood data from NeighborhoodScout puts about 64% of the city’s housing in the 1940s through 1960s, and about three out of four housing units are single-family detached homes.
For a roofer, that means a lot of modest ranches and bungalows with simple gable or hip roofs, plus the add-ons that came later: enclosed porches, rear family rooms, breezeways and detached garages. Those later pieces often have lower slopes and their own flashing where they tie into the original house, and that is where leaks commonly start.
Old layers and tired decking
On houses this age, it is common to find that a past re-roof was installed right over the original shingles. Extra layers add weight, hide rotted sheathing and make it hard to install new flashing correctly. That is why we recommend tearing off down to the deck, so damaged boards can be replaced and the new shingles go onto a clean, flat surface.
They took a problem job, fixed rotten timbers/fascias, redecked the whole house, cleaned-up and followed-up professionally.
V. S., Google review
Ventilation, insulation and ice dams
Many Warren bungalows and ranches were built with minimal attic vents, and insulation has often been added unevenly over the years. In a Michigan winter, that combination melts snow from underneath and refreezes it at the gutters, forming ice dams that force water under the shingles. Adding soffit intake and ridge or roof exhaust vents, and keeping insulation from blocking airflow at the eaves, prevents most of it. Ice-and-water membrane along the eaves adds a second line of defense.
Wind and mature trees
Warren’s older streets are lined with mature trees, and summer thunderstorms can drop limbs onto roofs and tear loose shingles that have lost their seal. If you find shingle pieces in the yard after a storm, call for a free inspection before the next rain.
Picking a roof that suits a smaller house
On a compact ranch or bungalow, the roof is a big share of what people see from the street, so color matters more than you might think. Darker architectural shingles can make a low roofline look heavier, while lighter or blended colors can soften it next to red or tan brick. Bring a photo of your house to the estimate, or upload one to our Roof Visualizer and try a few colors before you decide.
Our Roof Replacement Process
- Free estimate. We inspect the roof, attic, flashing and gutters and show you photos of what we find.
- Straight answers. We tell you whether a repair will do or replacement is the better value, and explain material options.
- Written proposal. Scope, materials, tear-off, likely decking repairs, permits and disposal are laid out before you commit, with financing available.
- Permits. We pull whatever permits the City of Warren requires.
- Install day. Tear-off, decking repairs, underlayment, flashing, ventilation and new shingles or metal.
- Cleanup. Old roofing and nails are collected and hauled away.
- Final review. We walk the job with you and register the manufacturer warranty you qualify for.
Storm claims can feel overwhelming. Here is how Bryar C. described the process:
Raymond has gone above and beyond, and was able to get us approved for a new roof! He has made this process so far seamless.
Bryar C., Warren MI
Warren Roofing Questions
My Warren ranch was built in the 1950s. What problems do you usually find when replacing the roof?
On homes that age, the most common surprises are more than one layer of old shingles, sheathing boards that have dried out or rotted near the eaves, and very little attic ventilation. Rear additions, porch roofs and garages were often built later with lower slopes, and those spots tend to leak first. We check all of it during the free estimate so the scope is written down before work begins.
Can you roof my detached garage too?
Yes. Many Warren lots have a detached garage, and we can replace that roof at the same time as the house so the shingles match and you only deal with one crew.
How quickly can you get to Warren after a storm?
We are based at 42452 Hayes Road in Clinton Township. The north end of Warren is typically a 10- to 15-minute drive for us, and neighborhoods closer to 8 Mile take a little longer. Call and we will get an inspection on the schedule as soon as we can.
Is it worth fixing an older roof, or should I replace it?
If the roof is fairly young and the problem is isolated, like a failed pipe boot or a few missing shingles, a repair is usually the smarter spend. If shingles are brittle and curling across the whole roof, or there are multiple layers and soft spots, repairs tend to become a string of service calls. We will give you our honest opinion either way.
Will my insurance pay for a new roof?
It depends on your policy and whether there is covered storm damage. We inspect and photo-document storm and hail damage, explain honestly whether it looks worth a claim, and can meet your insurance adjuster at the house.
Roofing in Nearby Cities
We also work in the communities that border Warren and beyond. See our roofing pages for Sterling Heights, Roseville, St. Clair Shores, Clinton Township, Royal Oak and Troy, or learn more about our roofing services.
Get Your Free Warren Roof Estimate
A roof on a mid-century Warren home deserves an inspection from someone who knows what is usually under those shingles. Call (844) 757-6543 and a local Rock Solid consultant will come out, take a look and give you a clear written price.
Talk to Us About Your Project
Estimates are free, in your home and with no obligation. Call (844) 757-6543 to talk to someone about your roof project in Warren, or request an estimate online.
We also handle siding, concrete work in Warren. See all of our roofing services, or the communities we cover on our areas served page.