Short answer: one to two days. Long answer: It depends on the size and complexity of your roof.
This is one of the most frequent questions we get asked as a local roofing contractor in Virginia Beach. But that makes sense. Roof replacements are loud, obnoxious, and inconvenient. So the real question is, “How long will this inconvenience me?”
And hey, as your roofing company in Virginia Beach, we totally get it! We wouldn’t want to hear pounding over our heads for three days either.
For the average 3,000-square-foot home, an asphalt shingle roof replacement typically takes around 1-2 days.
However, that might take longer if your roof has multiple roof planes, complex roof lines with numerous angles, valleys, and hips, or if your roof is usually steep.
If you want something like a metal roof, then that might take 2-3 days.
However, our guarantee to you is that we will keep you in the loop!
Unlike most other roofing companies in Virginia Beach, we have a project management team. They guide you through the entire process. You’ll always be informed of the scheduling and the timing.
Our client management team makes a huge difference. From simple roof repairs in Virginia Beach to full-on replacements, you can always get hold of them and talk to them. Whether you have questions or concerns, they will always be able to answer you.
But don’t take our word for it, listen to our past clients:
“Scheduling was fast and easy. I had lots of questions which were answered immediately, and during the installation, there were some questions about my preferences which the project manager reached out directly to me about on the spot for answers. It took one day for installation and clean up, and I am so happy with the results!”
~ Sarah, replaced her roof in August of 2025.
The real question isn’t “how long will the installation take?” It’s “How long will the whole process take?”
It is a whole process with several moving parts in the background. In the state of Virginia, you have to pull permits— not just for structural changes but for full roof replacements. So there are permits for tear-offs, new installations, and new roofing materials.
Permits are not required for smaller roof repairs in Virginia Beach, such as those resulting from storm damage, which is why that process is often quicker.
However, Hampton Roads does not require permits for residential re-roofing. However, you do need permits to replace the roof decking, the material under your shingles. So you can see how different localities can make this process really complicated, really fast.
Then, after we complete the work, we have to close out those permits. Essentially, we need to inform the local government that we plan to replace a roof and when we expect to complete the work.
Between your initial consultation and the final walkthrough, it can take one to two weeks.
First, we do our free, no-pressure consultation. We determine what should be done as well as provide you with your options. Then we head back to the office and start prepping. Permits, materials, scheduling, safety tests, everything that goes on in the background. Then we actually do the job. We tear off what we need to, replace it, and then clean up our mess so your yard is pristine. Finally, we get you the final walkthrough so we can answer your questions.
So, if you’re ready to get started, schedule your free, no-pressure consultation today!