# Best Roofers in North Little Rock, AR: Who to Hire and What to Check

> Who are the best roofers in North Little Rock, AR? What to check before hiring, the city's reroof permit rules, and six local roofers compared on facts.

Source: https://cougillroofing.com/blog/best-roofers-north-little-rock-ar/
Publisher: Cougill Roofing


Published: 2026-11-06 · Author: Craig Cougill

**Short answer:** Who are the best roofers in North Little Rock, AR? The ones you can verify: an Arkansas roofing registration or license, a current North Little Rock city bond to pull the permit, insurance, and a written warranty. Roofers worth comparing include Cougill Roofing (North Little Rock since 1994), Hargrove Roofing, Little Rock Roofing, P.I. Roofing & Construction, Pitch Perfect Roofing and Todd Crow Roofing.

## Key takeaways

- North Little Rock requires a building permit for roof work, pulled by the homeowner for their own residence or by a licensed contractor with a current city bond.
- Homes in the Argenta Historic District need a Certificate of Appropriateness before exterior work such as a reroof.
- Arkansas requires a Residential Roofing Registration for home roofing jobs over $2,000 unless the contractor holds a residential builder or remodeler license.
- Ask every roofer for its workmanship warranty in writing; most do not publish one.
- Roofers compared: Cougill Roofing, Hargrove Roofing, Little Rock Roofing, P.I. Roofing & Construction, Pitch Perfect Roofing and Todd Crow Roofing.

Cougill Roofing has repaired and replaced roofs across Central Arkansas since 1994, with a specialty in slate, tile, copper and hard-to-find leaks. Written by Craig Cougill, who founded Cougill Roofing in North Little Rock in 1994; the company holds an A+ rating from the [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ar/north-little-rock/profile/roofing-contractors/c-cougill-roofing-co-inc-0935-5000041) and does slate, tile, copper and leak work with its own crews.

I'm Craig Cougill. I founded Cougill Roofing in 1994, and our office is on Riverview Corporate Drive in North Little Rock. We have an A+ rating on our [BBB profile](https://www.bbb.org/us/ar/north-little-rock/profile/roofing-contractors/c-cougill-roofing-co-inc-0935-5000041), we use our own crews rather than subcontractors, and we work on shingle, slate, tile, copper, metal and flat roofs. Below is what I would check before hiring any North Little Rock roofer, including us.

## What Should You Check Before Hiring a Roofer in North Little Rock?

Before hiring a roofer in North Little Rock, check five things: an Arkansas Residential Roofing Registration or license, whether it can pull a North Little Rock permit, proof of insurance, a written workmanship warranty, and experience with your roof type. All five take minutes to confirm, and a reputable roofer expects to be asked.

### 1. Arkansas registration or license

Since January 1, 2022, residential roofing work over $2,000 in Arkansas requires a Residential Roofing Registration with the [Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board](https://www.aclb.arkansas.gov/), backed by a $15,000 bond and renewed yearly. Contractors with a residential builder or remodeler license do not need the separate registration. Commercial projects of $50,000 or more require a commercial license. Search the number on the board's website.

### 2. North Little Rock permit and city bond

The City of North Little Rock lists roofs among the work that needs a building permit. Under the city's [2026 residential permits, inspections and fees guide](https://nlr.ar.gov/download/100/forms-and-resources/1227/residential-construction-reference-2.pdf), a permit can be pulled by the owner for their own residence or by a contractor with the right state license, a city business license and a current City of North Little Rock bond. The minimum fee is $30, permits are typically issued in one business day, and working without one can bring a stop-work order and triple fees. Ask who pulls the permit and get it in the contract.

### 3. Historic district approval in Argenta

If your home is in the Argenta Historic District, you need a Certificate of Appropriateness before the permit, according to the same city guide. A roofer used to historic work will know what materials and profiles are likely to be approved and will build that step into the schedule.

### 4. Insurance and a written warranty

Ask for certificates of general liability and workers' compensation insurance in the company's name. Then ask for the workmanship warranty in writing: how many years, what it covers and whether it transfers if you sell. Of the six roofers below, only one publishes a workmanship term on its website.

### 5. Experience with your roof

North Little Rock has everything from older homes in Argenta and Park Hill to newer subdivisions and commercial buildings with low-slope membrane roofs. Shingle, metal, tile and flat roofs need different skills. Ask how many roofs like yours the company has done and request photos of its own work.

| Company | Address | Known for | License or certification shown | Workmanship warranty | BBB |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Cougill Roofing | 10301 Riverview Corporate Dr, North Little Rock | Slate, tile, copper, leak diagnosis; since 1994 | BBB A+; since 1994 | Not published; ask | A+ |
| Hargrove Roofing | 6929 JFK Blvd, Ste 25, North Little Rock (HQ Shreveport, LA) | Residential and commercial: metal, shingle, tile, flat | CertainTeed ShingleMaster Pro badge | Not published | Not checked |
| Little Rock Roofing | No street address on site | Residential, commercial, metal, storm damage, 24/7 emergency | Not named on site | Not published | Not checked |
| P.I. Roofing & Construction | 6109 Remount Rd, North Little Rock | Residential, commercial, historic preservation; since 2001 | AR Contractor's License #01065205 | Not published | Accredited since 2005, A+ |
| Pitch Perfect Roofing | 20 Sugar Creek Rd, North Little Rock | Residential and commercial replacements | License available on request | 5-year labor warranty on replacements | Profile under review |
| Todd Crow Roofing | North Little Rock | Residential asphalt and low-slope roofs | AR license #0228051017 | Not published | Accredited since 2002, A+ |

*Source: each company's website and BBB profile, checked October 30, 2026. Listed alphabetically, not ranked.*

Disclosure: I own Cougill Roofing, one of the six companies in this comparison. Every company, mine included, is described only with facts from its own website or BBB profile, and the order is alphabetical.

## Six North Little Rock Roofers to Compare

### Cougill Roofing

[Cougill Roofing](https://cougillroofing.com/) is headquartered in North Little Rock and has served Central Arkansas since I founded it in 1994. We have an A+ BBB rating, use our own crews rather than subcontractors, and install and repair [asphalt shingle](https://cougillroofing.com/roofing-services/asphalt-shingle-roofing/), slate, tile, metal, copper and [commercial flat roofs](https://cougillroofing.com/roofing-services/commercial-flat-roofing/). On October 2, 2026 our Google rating was 4.8 from 31 reviews. Best for: specialty and older roofs, copper work, and [leaks that need real diagnosis](https://cougillroofing.com/roofing-services/roof-repair/).

### Hargrove Roofing

[Hargrove Roofing](https://hargroveroofing.com/little-rock/) is a family-owned regional company headquartered in Shreveport, Louisiana, with offices in several states including a North Little Rock office on JFK Boulevard. Its Little Rock page shows a CertainTeed ShingleMaster Pro badge, and it works on metal, shingle, tile and flat roofs. Best for: owners who want a multi-state company with residential and commercial crews.

### Little Rock Roofing

[Little Rock Roofing](https://littlerockroofing.com/) describes itself as a full-service commercial and residential roofer serving North Little Rock, Maumelle, Cabot, Searcy, Benton, Bryant and other Central Arkansas cities, with metal roofing, storm-damage work and 24/7 emergency service. Its site does not list a street address or certifications, so ask for both. Best for: homeowners who need an emergency response.

### P.I. Roofing & Construction

[P.I. Roofing & Construction](https://piroofing.com/) on Remount Road was founded in 2001 and shows Arkansas Contractor's License #01065205 on its site. Its [BBB profile](https://www.bbb.org/us/ar/north-little-rock/profile/roofing-contractors/p-i-roofing-0935-6000879) shows accreditation since 2005 and an A+ rating, and it lists residential, commercial, historic preservation and maintenance plans. Best for: owners who want a long-established North Little Rock company.

### Pitch Perfect Roofing

[Pitch Perfect Roofing](https://pitchperfectroofingllc.com/) is based on Sugar Creek Road in North Little Rock and does residential and commercial work. It is the only company on this list that publishes a workmanship term online: a 5-year labor warranty on every roof replacement, on top of manufacturer warranties. Best for: shingle replacements where a stated labor warranty matters to you.

### Todd Crow Roofing

[Todd Crow Roofing](https://toddcrowroofingar.com/) is a North Little Rock residential roofer for asphalt and low-slope roofs, serving Sherwood, Jacksonville, Little Rock, Maumelle, Cabot, Benton and Bryant. It shows Arkansas license #0228051017, and its [BBB profile](https://www.bbb.org/us/ar/north-little-rock/profile/roofing-contractors/todd-crow-roofing-inc-0935-5000642) shows accreditation since 2002 and an A+ rating. Best for: residential reroofs in North Little Rock and Sherwood.

## What Weather Should a North Little Rock Roof Be Built For?

A North Little Rock roof should be built for long, humid summers, spring thunderstorms with heavy rain, high wind and hail, and occasional winter ice. Those conditions punish poor attic ventilation and weak flashing more than the shingles themselves. Ask every roofer how it will handle ventilation, valleys and flashing, not just which shingle it uses.

Storm reports and warnings for Pulaski County come from the [National Weather Service in Little Rock](https://www.weather.gov/lzk/). After a major hailstorm, expect out-of-state crews to knock on doors; check their Arkansas registration and ask whether they hold a North Little Rock bond before signing anything. For how long each material lasts here, see our guide to [how long a roof lasts in Arkansas](https://cougillroofing.com/blog/how-long-does-a-roof-last-in-arkansas/).

## Frequently asked questions

### Who are the best roofers in North Little Rock, AR?

The best roofers in North Little Rock are the ones whose registration, city bond, insurance and written warranty you can verify, and who have worked on your roof type. Companies worth comparing include Cougill Roofing, Hargrove Roofing, Little Rock Roofing, P.I. Roofing & Construction, Pitch Perfect Roofing and Todd Crow Roofing.

### Do I need a permit to replace my roof in North Little Rock?

Yes. The City of North Little Rock lists roofs among the work that requires a building permit. The owner can pull it for their own residence, or a contractor with the proper state license, a city business license and a current city bond can. The minimum fee is $30, and permits are typically issued in one business day.

### Can my roofer pull the permit in North Little Rock?

Only if it holds the right Arkansas license or registration, a North Little Rock business license and a current city bond. Asking a roofer to pull the permit is a quick way to check that it is set up to work legally in the city. Put who pulls the permit, and who pays for it, in the contract.

### Do I need approval to reroof a house in Argenta?

If your home is in the Argenta Historic District, the city guide says you need a Certificate of Appropriateness before the building permit. Call the city about the requirements before you sign a contract, and choose a roofer comfortable working within historic district rules on materials and appearance.

### What workmanship warranty should a North Little Rock roofer offer?

There is no required minimum, and most local roofers do not publish theirs, so ask for it in writing. Compare the length, what it covers, whether it transfers to a buyer and how claims are handled. The workmanship warranty covers installation errors, which the manufacturer's material warranty does not.

### How do I verify a roofer's Arkansas license or registration?

Ask for the number, then search it on the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board website and confirm the business name matches your contract. Residential roofing over $2,000 requires a Residential Roofing Registration unless the contractor holds a residential builder or remodeler license; commercial jobs of $50,000 or more require a commercial license.

### How many roofing estimates should I get in North Little Rock?

Get at least three written estimates for a full replacement. Compare tear-off, underlayment, flashing, ventilation, decking price per sheet, permit and cleanup line by line instead of comparing totals. Our guide to [roof repair or roof replacement](https://cougillroofing.com/blog/roof-repair-or-replacement/) helps if you are not sure which you need.