Storm Guard Roofing of The Piedmont Triad is a full-service roofing company in Winston-Salem, NC, providing roof repair, full replacements, storm damage repair, and emergency tarping for homes and commercial properties across Forsyth County.
Storm Guard is part of a national franchise network run here by a local Piedmont Triad team. Our office is at 511 Shepherd Street, Suite 203, Winston-Salem, and the number is (336) 283-3197.
Schedule a consultation, and we will start on the roof.
We protect and maintain your property by offering expert advice, addressing storm damage, and providing roofing and exterior services across Forsyth County.
A replacement roof backed by manufacturer material and written workmanship warranties, available in architectural asphalt, standing seam metal, or synthetic slate. We also provide roof repairs.
A roofing system built to protect your commercial property, with low-slope and flat roofing services for offices, retail properties, and multi-tenant buildings.
Improved control of roof runoff with gutter installation to direct water away from the building and foundation.
A repaired or replaced exterior that helps protect the building from the elements, with siding services for worn or damaged surfaces.
Replacement windows that address aging, damaged, or inefficient units are installed as part of exterior improvement projects.
A refreshed exterior that brings repaired siding and trim together, with painting services that can be coordinated with related exterior work.
Temporary protection against additional water intrusion after storm damage, helping limit further exposure while permanent roof repairs are arranged.
We serve Winston-Salem, Clemmons, Lewisville, Walkertown, Rural Hall, Kernersville, and unincorporated Forsyth County.
Being “licensed and insured” is easy to claim, and so is being the “best roofing company in Winston-Salem.” Before signing a roofing contract, compare Winston-Salem roofing contractors by verifying the documents yourself so you know who you are hiring and what protections are in place.
Under North Carolina General Statute 87-1, contractors must hold an NC general contractor license when work costs $40,000 or more. The threshold increased from $30,000 on October 1, 2023.
Some residential re-roofs fall below that threshold, so ask about licensing rather than assuming it applies. Insurance and warranty documents matter, too, because they provide additional information about the contractor and the work being performed.
| Check | What to verify | Storm Guard |
|---|---|---|
| State license | Number, entity name, classification | Supplied on request. |
| General liability | Current certificate and expiration | Provided before contract signing. |
| Workers’ compensation | Coverage for your roofing crew | Coverage is in place for our crews. |
| Workmanship warranty | Written warranty and term | Issued with completed roofs alongside the manufacturer's warranty. |
Check | What to verify | Storm Guard |
State license | Number, entity name, classification | Supplied on request. |
General liability | Current certificate and expiration | Provided before contract signing. |
Workers’ compensation | Coverage for your roofing crew | Coverage is in place for our crews. |
Workmanship warranty | Written warranty and term | Issued with completed roofs alongside the manufacturer's warranty. |
If you want to run those checks against us, schedule a consultation, and we will bring the paperwork to the inspection.
The office responsible for your roof permit depends on where your property sits within Forsyth County. Knowing which jurisdiction applies helps prevent delays before roofing work begins.
The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Inspections Division is a joint city-county agency within Planning and Development Services. It reviews plans and issues building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits in accordance with North Carolina codes and enforces local zoning ordinances.
Applications are submitted electronically. To confirm requirements for your address, call (336) 283-3197.
The division covers Forsyth County, except for properties within the city or town limits of High Point, Kernersville, and King, which operate their own permitting offices.
Two homeowners in the same county can therefore deal with different permitting authorities for similar roofing work. Confirm the responsible office before work begins, especially if your property is near a municipal boundary.
Permit requirements and application responsibilities can vary by project and jurisdiction. As a local roofer in Winston-Salem, we handle the application as part of the job, so that responsibility does not fall back on you.
A permit also provides an independent inspection of completed work. That municipal inspection adds a third-party check to the project, helping verify that permitted work meets applicable requirements. It also gives homeowners a documented checkpoint before the project is considered complete.
Working with us ensures that the roof will be built following the manufacturer specifications of the materials used, municipal sign-off where a permit applies, and two written warranties.
As part of our roofing services in Winston-Salem, we inspect the roof, photograph what we find, and check decking, flashing, ventilation, and penetrations, not just shingles from the driveway. The photographs are yours to keep, providing a record of existing conditions and the work.
The estimate identifies the material and manufacturer, square count, tear-off scope, decking replacement price, underlayment and flashing specifications, permit responsibility, cleanup, and both warranties. Pricing the potential decking replacement in writing helps prevent an unexpected repair from becoming a dispute later. It gives you a basis for comparing estimates.
A typical single-family roof replacement in Winston-Salem in the Triad takes 1 to 2 days on-site, weather permitting. Steep rooflines, metal systems, and damaged decking may take longer, and we explain any timing changes as they arise. We also keep the work area organized throughout every stage of the project and address debris as installation progresses.
As a reliable roofing company in Winston-Salem, NC, we walk the roof with you, complete a magnet sweep for nails, and schedule the municipal inspection when a permit applies. You can see recent Winston-Salem projects to see examples of our work.
Piedmont weather is varied: humid summers, thunderstorm winds and hail, freeze-thaw cycles, and heavy tree cover. For residential roofers serving Winston-Salem, those conditions matter when recommending the right roofing materials. The right system depends on slope, exposure, budget, and upkeep.
A versatile choice for Piedmont homes, offering reliable wind and heat performance.
Sheds debris and resists wind uplift, making it suitable for homes under heavy tree cover.
Provides the appearance of slate without the same structural load, making it suitable for older homes.
Porches, additions, and commercial sections may require a membrane rather than shingles. Slope determines the system.
| Material | Best fit in Piedmont conditions | What to confirm before you choose |
|---|---|---|
| Architectural asphalt | Most single-family homes; broad budget and color range | Wind rating, warranty term, and standard or upgraded line |
| Standing seam metal | Heavy tree cover and long roof planes | Panel gauge, finish, penetration details, and service provider |
| Synthetic slate | Older Winston-Salem homes | Weight against existing framing and warranty term |
| Low-slope membrane | Porches, additions, and commercial sections | Membrane, drainage, and seam warranty |
Material | Best fit in Piedmont conditions | What to confirm before you choose |
Architectural asphalt | Most single-family homes; broad budget and color range | Wind rating, warranty term, and standard or upgraded line |
Standing seam metal | Heavy tree cover and long roof planes | Panel gauge, finish, penetration details, and service provider |
Synthetic slate | Older Winston-Salem homes | Weight against existing framing and warranty term |
Low-slope membrane | Porches, additions, and commercial sections | Membrane, drainage, and seam warranty |
Class 4 impact-resistant shingles generally withstand hail better than standard architectural shingles. Insurance credits vary, so ask your agent before applying any discount to your coverage.
Storm damage requires prompt action, careful documentation, and a clear process from initial inspection through completed repairs.
Photograph the damage from the ground with dated images before anyone touches the roof. Get an inspection before calling the insurer, so the claim is supported by evidence. Then file, with your contractor present when the adjuster inspects.
We inspect, document, meet the adjuster on the roof, and provide an itemized scope. However, we do not file, negotiate, or adjust claims: in North Carolina, that is regulated work. We also will not waive, absorb, or discount your deductible.
If water is coming in now, emergency roof tarping in Winston-Salem is the first call, ahead of the claim and estimate. Stopping the intrusion can limit further damage while you arrange the next steps.
Severe weather brings out-of-state crews into the Triad. Verify their credentials, insurance, warranty, and local presence before hiring.
Two estimates from roofers in Winston-Salem, NC, for the same roof can differ by thousands of dollars. The number rarely explains why. Look at what sits behind it: whether the contractor holds the state license the job requires, whether liability and workers' compensation certificates are current and match your contract, whether the workmanship warranty is written down, and who handles your permit.
Storm Guard Roofing of the Piedmont Triad answers these questions in writing before work begins. Schedule a consultation, and we will inspect the roof, document our findings, and provide the complete scope.
Or call (336) 283-3197. 511 Shepherd Street, Suite 203, Winston-Salem, NC 27103.
For projects costing $40,000 or more, North Carolina requires an NC general contractor license. Ask for licensing, insurance, and a warranty regardless of price.
Most re-roofing work requires a building permit through the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Inspections Division. Your contractor should handle the application. Confirm requirements for your address.
A single-family asphalt replacement takes one to two days, weather permitting. Larger, complex, or metal roofs and rotten decking can extend the schedule.
Cost depends on roof size, pitch, material, tear-off layers, and decking replacement. Ask for pricing for decking replacement in writing.
Yes. We inspect, photograph damage, meet your adjuster, and provide an itemized scope. We do not file, negotiate, or adjust the claim.
A manufacturer's warranty covers material defects. A workmanship warranty covers installation. You want both in writing.
Class 4 impact-resistant shingles are designed to withstand hail better than standard ones. Insurance credits vary, so ask your agent before expecting a discount.
We serve Winston-Salem, Clemmons, Lewisville, Walkertown, Rural Hall, Kernersville, and unincorporated Forsyth County. Kernersville and King have separate offices.
Unless otherwise noted, each use of "Storm Guard," “us,” “we,” or “our” throughout Stormguardrc.com collectively refers to both the Storm Guard brand and the Storm Guard Franchise System, which is made up almost exclusively of independently owned and operated franchise locations.
