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Hiring roofing contractors in Lakeland: Costs and Checks
The four roofing contractors we compare in Lakeland average 4.8 out of 5 from 170 public reviews. Get at least two written quotes for the same scope, and check what each leaves out.
What pushes the price up
Two quotes for the same job can be far apart. Usually that is because one includes things the other leaves out, not because one company is much cheaper.
Ask every company to price the same written list, so you compare like with like.
A good quote lists all of these
- Exact scope, materials and brand names
- Permit fees and who pulls the permit
- Electrical work, clean-up and repairs around the job
- Warranty terms, in writing
- Payment stages tied to finished work
The four we compare, on paper
From our Lakeland roofing contractors comparison. Each one is best for something different.
| Business | Rating | Reviews | Years | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARSHALL'S LLC ROOFINGLakeland | 5.0 | 20 | – | Not published | Our quick choice |
| Tyer's Roofing, IncorporatedKathleen | 4.5 | 13 (2021) | – | Not published | Strong all-rounder |
| Rig Roofing Of LakelandLakeland | 4.9 | 44 (2021) | – | Not published | Best overall |
| K.l. Smith Inc.Lakeland | 4.7 | 93 (2021) | – | Not published | Most reviewed |
Ratings and reviews from public review sites, checked October 31, 2026.Spot a mistake?
Local facts: Polk
Public and government data that adds context to the quotes you’ll get.
- $249,400Median home value: Median value of owner-occupied homes (ACS table B25077).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 62.8%Homes built before 1990: 34,476 of 54,896 housing units were built in 1989 or earlier (ACS table B25034, year structure built).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 47,816Households in Lakeland: Occupied housing units (one household per occupied home), ACS table B25003.Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- June 1 to November 30Atlantic hurricane season: An average season (1991–2020) has 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes.Public recordNOAA National Hurricane Center, Tropical Cyclone Climatology · 1991–2020 climate period
- 1983Median year homes were built: Half of all housing units were built before this year (ACS table B25035).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 56.4%Owner-occupied homes: 26,956 of 47,816 occupied homes are lived in by their owners (ACS table B25003).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
Figures from public sources, checked October 31, 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Get two or three quotes for the same written scope
- Book outside the busiest season if the job can wait
- Ask about free estimates before anyone visits
- Paying a big deposit before work starts
Where these numbers come from
Ratings and review counts come from public review sites; local facts from the public sources cited above. No business paid to be mentioned.
Found something that looks off? Tell us. Read how we pick the four.
FAQ: costs in Lakeland
How is the top 4 ranking of roofing contractors in Lakeland calculated?
Each business gets a score from its rating, review volume, recent reviews, years in business, profile completeness and record checks. The highest scores make the list. We compared 12 roofing contractors for Lakeland. Paid placements never change the order.
Which of these roofing contractors in Lakeland has the best reviews?
MARSHALL'S LLC ROOFING has a 5.0 rating from 20 public reviews, the highest on this page.
Which of these roofing contractors has the most reviews?
K.l. Smith Inc., with 93 (2021) (2021) public reviews. A long review history shows how a business handles many jobs.
Are these roofing contractors licensed?
4 of the 4 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.
How many quotes should I get for roofing contractors in Lakeland?
Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.
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