Storm-ready roof repair, replacement, and insurance-claim help, trusted by Calera homeowners, with free inspections usually on-site same day.
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We work on homes all over Calera, from the streets around downtown and U.S. 31 to Camp Branch and the newer neighborhoods off Interstate 65. Our Alabama office is in Irondale, but our project managers and crews work in Shelby County every day, so even though Calera is at the south end of the county, we can usually look at your roof the same day you call. The City of Calera has its own building inspections department, and we take care of the permit on every job.
Calera was incorporated in 1887 and takes its name from the Spanish word for quarry, after the limestone deposits in the area. Its city limits run south from Shelby County into Chilton County along U.S. 31, and Census figures put the typical home in the 35040 zip code at about 21 years old. A lot of Calera roofs are first roofs from the 2000s, and those builder-grade shingles are now reaching the age when they start to wear thin and leak around the vents.
On Calera roofs we check the shingles for worn and lifted spots, look at the rubber boots around the plumbing vents, which crack in the sun, and check the flashing, the metal that seals around chimneys and walls. After the 2025 tornado we also look closely for wind damage along the edges and the ridge, the peak line at the top. You’ll get photos of every side of the roof and an honest answer about whether it needs a repair, a replacement or nothing right now. Call (205) 623-2446 to talk to a real person.
From complete roof replacements to storm damage repairs, SWAT Roofing provides professional residential and commercial roofing services throughout Greater Birmingham and surrounding cities.
Residential and commercial roof replacement, including asphalt shingles, metal roofing, and flat roof systems.
Fast, reliable hail and wind damage repairs, including emergency tarping, thorough roof inspections, and storm damage restoration.
Expert roof leak detection and repairs for damaged shingles, flashing, and storm-related leaks to protect your home or business.
Dedicated support throughout the roof insurance claim process, from storm damage documentation to on-site adjuster inspections.
Seamless gutter installation, replacement, and waterproofing solutions to prevent leaks and protect your property.
Professional roof inspections and preventative maintenance to identify problems early, extend roof life, and reduce costly repairs.
25+ years of experience identifying, repairing, and documenting roof damage.
Proud to rank among the top 2% of U.S. roofers, offering enhanced labor, manufacturer and installer warranties.
Manufacturer-certified installation backed by comprehensive liability coverage and established quality standards.
One project manager overseeing inspections, adjuster coordination, and every stage of your roof restoration.
Long-term peace of mind with a written 10-year warranty on qualifying roof installations.
Free, no-pressure roof & attic assessment with full photo documentation.
A clear, written scope and price — no surprises, no high-pressure sales.
We meet your adjuster on the roof and manage the carrier for you.
Certified crews complete the work fast, clean, and to manufacturer spec.
Backed by a 10-year workmanship warranty and manufacturer coverage.
Around 8 p.m. on March 15, 2025, an EF-1 tornado with winds near 90 mph moved north into downtown Calera, according to the National Weather Service survey. It damaged several mobile homes on 13th Street, ran alongside Highway 31, and rolled or tossed campers at a dealership as it crossed Interstate 65 before lifting near County Road 26. Its path was 9.7 miles long. The same night, a second EF-1 crossed Lawler Drive between Montevallo and Calera. Calera is also home to the National Weather Service office that tracks storms for all of central Alabama, on Weathervane Road.
Wind like that can lift shingles and break the seal that holds them down, and the roof can look fine from the street while water starts getting under them with the next rain. A falling limb can crack the decking, the wood under the shingles, too. Insurance companies want proof of what happened and when, so it’s smart to have the roof checked soon after a storm. Our inspections are free.
Most of the time we can be there the same day you call. Our crews work across Shelby County every day, and we cover the whole 35040 zip code. If water is coming in, tell us when you call and we’ll tarp the roof first.
The City of Calera’s Building Inspections Department oversees permits for residential and commercial work inside the city. The city reaches into Chilton County, and some homes with a Calera address sit outside the city limits, where Shelby County or Chilton County handles permits. We check which office covers your address and pull the right permit before work starts.
It could, even if nothing looked wrong afterward. Shingles that lifted in the wind often settle back down and look flat from the ground, but their seal is broken, and they start leaking months later. Look for new ceiling stains, shingle grit near the downspouts and dented gutters. A free inspection takes about an hour, and you’ll get dated photos.
It depends on what we find. A builder-grade shingle roof from the early 2000s is often near the end of its life, but plenty only need a few shingles or new vent boots. We’ll show you photos of the wear, tell you how many years we think the roof has left and give you prices for both a repair and a replacement, so the choice is yours.
If wind or hail caused the damage, your policy often covers it, minus your deductible. You file the claim with your insurance company. We photograph the damage, write up a report, and we’re on the roof when your adjuster inspects it. We send the insurance company our estimate, and if we find hidden damage once the old shingles come off, we send them an updated estimate with photos.
We don’t quote prices over the phone, because the size and pitch of the roof and the condition of the wood underneath all change the cost. Our inspector measures the roof and checks the decking in person, which keeps surprise change orders off the job. Our roof replacement cost guide shows typical prices by material, and your free inspection comes with a written price.
Yes, through our lending partners GreenSky and GoodLeap, subject to credit approval. Options include $0-down plans, fixed rates and no penalty for paying early. Our financing page has the details.
SWAT Roofing is licensed by the Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board (license #41811) and insured for residential roofing in Alabama. Our Atlas Pro+ Diamond status puts us among the top 2 percent of roofers in the country, and every roof we install comes with our 10-year workmanship warranty. If your neighborhood has an HOA, we’ll help with the approval paperwork and wait for approval before we schedule the work.
No pressure, no obligation and on-site within 24 hours. Storm damage doesn't wait, and neither do we.
