Few home projects reward careful hiring the way roofing work does, and Oakland is no exception. Ranking #8 by size in California, the city attracts both established firms and newer crews competing on price. Before hiring, verify licensing and insurance, and read what past customers liked - and disliked - about each company. Start with the top-rated companies below, then request California quotes with roofing work in mind.
Oakland, CA Roofing market snapshot
Oakland, CA population for the Roofing market
436,504
#8 among the listed California cities
Oakland, CA county context for Roofing
Alameda County
Some city boundaries can cross county lines.
roofing labor costs around Oakland, CA
$74,340/yr
Shown here: the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA metro-area median for Roofers, 34% above the national median. Since labor typically dominates roofing pricing, expect Oakland quotes to reflect this local rate.
Roofing licensing rules that cover Oakland, CA
Before any work begins, check permit requirements with the Alameda County or Oakland building department; Oakland projects are permitted locally. Contractor licensing is handled at the state level by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB), where you can verify a company's license.
Verify with Contractors State License Board (CSLB)Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2023 Population Estimates (POPESTIMATE2023); U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2025. Population and wage figures are reference data, not project-price estimates.
Trusted Roofing Contractors Near Oakland, CA
These roofing providers serve the Oakland area and can advise on roofing work. Review their ratings, then request a quote or two to compare.
| Company | Phone |
|---|---|
Owned service network · project-intake line for this city | (214) 910-5863 |
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