Alabama Roof Detectives, LLC is a licensed, insured, and bonded roofing contractor (Alabama License #31974) serving homeowners and businesses throughout Chelsea, AL 35043. We do residential and commercial roof replacements and repairs, free roof inspections, storm damage and insurance claim help, emergency tarping, gutters, soffit and fascia, and full tree take-downs. Call (205) 826-4915, available 24/7, or book your free inspection online.

Roofing Services in Chelsea

• Free Roof Inspections and Drone Roof Inspections: Drone photos of every slope, plus a hands-on look wherever we find damage. If your roof may need replacing, we put it in a roof report. If it only needs a repair, that's what we recommend. Inspections run Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM.

• Roof Repair and Leak Detection: leaks, missing or creased shingles, flashing, and pipe boots.

• Residential Roof Replacement: tear-off and a complete new system, including underlayment, flashing, ventilation, starter, and ridge cap, with no parts left off. CertainTeed and TAMKO shingle options.

• Commercial Roof Replacement and Commercial Roof Coatings: for businesses along US-280 and Highway 39.

• Storm Damage Repair and Insurance Claim Help: we document hail and wind damage with photos. We are an Alfa Insurance Preferred Vendor.

• Emergency Roof Tarping: we stop the water first after a storm or a fallen tree.

• Gutter Installation, Gutter Guards, and Soffit & Fascia Repair

• Tree Removal and Stump Grinding: full take-downs and emergency tree-on-house removal. We do not do limb trimming.

Chelsea Homes: A City Built Fast

Chelsea started as a small railroad community and took the name Chelsea when the railroad came in 1908. It didn't incorporate until 1996, with fewer than 1,000 residents. By 2024 it had more than 17,000 (Census estimate), and the city reports over 200 new homes built each year. That means most Chelsea roofs fall into two groups:

• Late-1990s and 2000s subdivisions: neighborhoods like Chelsea Park and Forest Lakes filled in during the first growth wave. Many of those original builder-grade shingles are now 20–25 years old and showing granule loss, cracked pipe boots, and valley leaks.

• Newer construction: homes from the last 10 years usually need only repairs, but flashing shortcuts and poorly sealed vents can show up early. A free inspection before your builder warranty ends is worth it.

Older homes along the US-280 and Highway 47 roads round out the mix. Chelsea's rolling, wooded hills mean lots of trees near rooftops.

Storms in Chelsea

Chelsea sits in northern Shelby County, which National Weather Service records show has had 52 tornadoes and nearly 200 hail reports since the 1950s. Hail and straight-line wind are what most often damage Chelsea roofs, and wooded lots add falling-tree risk. After any storm, get a free inspection before small damage becomes a leak.

Why Chelsea Chooses Alabama Roof Detectives

• Licensed, insured, and bonded, Alabama License #31974

• 20+ years of crew experience on every job

• An owner, Chris Grimsley, who learned proper installation at one of Alabama's largest roofing companies

• Alfa Insurance Preferred Vendor

• Proud member of the Shelby County Chamber

• CertainTeed manufacturer warranty and a 5-year workmanship guarantee on full roof replacements

• Financing available, including same-as-cash promotions (subject to credit approval)

• Premium, top-of-the-line materials; certified by CertainTeed and TAMKO

• Phones answered 24/7; free inspections Mon–Fri, 9:00–5:30

• Office: 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Dr, Ste 300, Birmingham, AL 35242, about 15 minutes up US-280

Chelsea Roofing FAQ

Do you serve all of Chelsea, AL 35043?

Yes, including Chelsea Park, Forest Lakes, and the areas along the US-280, Highway 39, and Highway 47 roads, plus the nearby towns of Westover, Harpersville, and Columbiana.

My Chelsea home is about 20 years old. Do I need a new roof?

Not always. Many roofs that age only need pipe boots, flashing, or a few shingles. A free inspection with photos will show which one you need.

Will my insurance pay for hail or wind damage?

If a storm damaged your roof, it often does. We photograph and document the damage and can meet your adjuster. We are an Alfa Preferred Vendor and work with other carriers as well.

Can I finance a new roof?

Yes. Options run from 2 to 20 years, with same-as-cash promotions and a soft credit check to see your options. Ask during your free inspection or use our financing page.

Book Your Free Chelsea Roof Inspection

Call or text (205) 826-4915, 24/7, or book online. Financing is available.