Homeowners in Salem, Alabama call Expert Roofers Columbus for full roof replacements. Salem is a Lee County community along US-280 east of Phenix City, close enough to our Columbus base that we are not a once-a-season crew passing through. Free inspections, written estimates, and real help with storm and insurance claims.
When it is time to replace your roof in Salem
- Your roof is 20+ years old or near the end of its shingle life.
- Widespread curling, cracking or missing shingles, not just one spot.
- Repeated leaks, or daylight and soft spots in the decking.
- Major storm or hail damage, often covered by insurance.
Quality shingles and strong warranties
We install architectural asphalt shingles as well as metal systems, with manufacturer-backed warranties and workmanship you can count on. Our crews show up on time, work clean, and protect your property from start to finish.
Roof replacement cost in Salem
Cost depends on the size and pitch of your roof, the material you choose, and any decking repairs. We give you a clear, itemized estimate, free, so there are no surprises. If your roof was hit by a storm, the replacement may be covered by your homeowner's policy, and we help you through the claim.
What a full replacement includes
- Tear-off of the old shingles and underlayment down to the decking, with the debris hauled away.
- Decking check: soft, rotted or delaminated boards are replaced before anything new goes on.
- Underlayment and ice-and-water shield in valleys, around chimneys and at other spots where water collects.
- New flashing, drip edge and pipe boots, because reusing tired flashing is where new roofs start leaking.
- Ventilation balanced at the ridge and soffits so the attic does not bake the new shingles from below.
- Cleanup with a magnetic sweep of the yard and driveway for nails.
Choosing a shingle for a Salem home
Most homes in Salem get architectural (dimensional) asphalt shingles: they cost a little more than three-tab, look better, and carry longer manufacturer warranties. If hail is a recurring concern, impact-resistant shingles are worth pricing, and some insurers offer a discount for them. If you plan to stay for decades, compare metal side by side. We bring samples to the inspection so you can see colors on your own house.
Roofing in Salem
Salem is an unincorporated Lee County community between Opelika and Phenix City along U.S. 280 and 431, first settled in 1835 and spread over roughly 115 square miles. Local landmarks include Wacoochee Elementary School and the nearby NCAT asphalt test track. The Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge came from here; a fallen tree destroyed it on June 4, 2005, and it was rebuilt in 2007 at Opelika Municipal Park.
Storms that have hit Salem
On February 28, 2009 an EF2 tornado with 125 to 130 mph winds touched down southwest of Salem and crossed U.S. 280, destroying 4 site built homes and 6 mobile homes and badly damaging 8 more homes (NOAA). On May 3, 2025 an EF0 tornado passed through the Salem area near Wacoochee Elementary, where 1.5 inch hail was also reported on March 31, 2025.
Permits for roof work in Salem
Salem is unincorporated, so building permits come from Lee County Building Inspections, which serves the unincorporated areas of Lee County (334-737-7014). The county asks homeowners to call if they are unsure whether a project needs a permit. Its fee schedule charges no permit fee where the job valuation is $1,000 or less.
Why Salem homeowners choose us
- Rated 4.7 stars across 77 Google reviews from local homeowners.
- Storm and insurance-claim specialists. We document damage the way adjusters need it.
- Free, no-pressure roof inspections. If you do not need the work, we will tell you.
- Licensed and insured roofing crews serving Georgia and Alabama.
- Local and responsive. We answer the phone and show up when we say we will.
Serving Salem and the Chattahoochee Valley
Along with Salem, we roof homes and businesses in Phenix City, Smiths Station, Fort Mitchell, Ladonia, Columbus, Fortson, and the rest of the Valley on both sides of the river. Wherever you are within about 30 miles of Columbus, the standard is the same: done right, the first time.
Ready when you are. Call (706) 917-2768 or book a free inspection in Salem.
Common questions
How do I know if my Salem roof needs replacing or just repairing?
Age and spread are the two big clues. A roof past about 20 years with worn, curling or missing shingles across several slopes is usually due for replacement. Damage in one area on a younger roof is usually a repair. A free inspection with photos settles it.
Will a new roof be noisy or messy?
Tear-off day is loud, and there will be crew and a dumpster or trailer on site. We protect landscaping, keep the driveway clear when we can, and sweep for nails before we leave.
Can you replace a roof in Salem if it is raining?
We schedule around the forecast and only open as much roof as we can dry in the same day. If weather moves in, the exposed area gets underlayment and is tarped until we finish.
Who do I call about a roofing permit in Salem?
Salem is unincorporated, so Lee County Building Inspections handles permits there. Call 334-737-7014 and they will tell you whether your reroof needs one.
Has Salem had tornado damage?
Yes. NOAA records an EF2 tornado on February 28, 2009 that destroyed 4 site built homes and 6 mobile homes near Salem, and a weaker EF0 on May 3, 2025 near Wacoochee Elementary.