Roofing permits across the US
We index 89,638 Roofing permits across 20 US metros in 4 states — led by Chicago, Boston, Norfolk. Every permit is classified into a real segment, parcel-joined, and flagged for data quality.
Activity concentrates in Illinois (35%), Massachusetts (28%), Virginia (4%).
Roofing permits by metro
- Chicago31,680
- Boston24,829
- Norfolk4,023
- Yuba County3,581
- Miramar3,467
- Okeechobee County3,240
- Miami Gardens2,719
- West Palm Beach2,342
- Doral2,066
- Seattle2,052
- Destin1,985
- Mobile1,689
- Walton County1,645
- Santa Fe1,475
- Port Arthur1,033
- Sanibel1,033
- Marco Island635
- Greenville57
- Jersey City52
- Lake County35
Historical coverage
These metros' sources were discontinued — their Roofing permits remain queryable, but aren't counted in the national total above.
Counts are live from the classified index, refreshed nightly. Each metro links to its full Roofing breakdown — recent permits, contractors, and the raw feed.