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Dilworth Roofing for Historic Bungalows

Dilworth’s bungalows and revival-style homes were mostly built before 1930. Horizon Roofing and Restoration repairs and replaces Dilworth roofs with the neighborhood’s historic district rules in mind.
Brick home with a covered front porch and a mature tree

What We See on Dilworth Roofs

The homes
Dilworth’s homes are mainly bungalows, with some Queen Anne houses and larger two-story Colonial Revivals along Dilworth Road, plus Craftsman and Tudor styles. Most went up between the 1890s and the 1920s on narrow, deep lots, and the neighborhood now also has townhomes, condos and newer custom homes. The National Register district alone counts 1,389 contributing buildings.
Where leaks start
On roofs this old, the weak points are usually where the roof meets something else: chimneys, dormers, porch roofs and the walls of later additions. A leak at one of those spots is often a flashing repair, not a reason to replace the whole roof.
Historic district rules
Dilworth is one of Charlotte’s local historic districts. Replacing a roof with the same material doesn’t need a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Historic District Commission; changing the material, such as asphalt to metal, goes to commission staff first. We check your address before scheduling.
Trees and storms
Mature trees line many Dilworth streets. In the May 2020 storms, a tree fell on a Dilworth garage, and in March 2026 a large tree came down onto the front of a Dilworth home. We repair tree and storm damage and set up gutters to handle heavy leaf fall.

Storms That Have Tested Charlotte Roofs

September 1989
Hurricane Hugo
Gusts up to 90 mph across the Charlotte area and about 80,000 trees destroyed.
December 2002
Ice storm
About 1.5 million Duke Energy customers lost power across the Carolinas, with many large trees falling on homes.
May 2020
Storms
Severe storms on May 22, 2020 uprooted trees in Dilworth and Myers Park, and a tree fell on a garage on Idlewood Circle.
September 2024
Tropical Storm Helene
Roughly 100,000 Charlotte-area customers lost power as trees and power lines came down.
March 2026
Tornado and storms
The National Weather Service rated an EF-0 tornado that crossed 1.5 miles of central Charlotte on March 16, 2026. A large tree fell onto the front of a Dilworth home.

Our Services in Dilworth

Asphalt shingle roof beside a brick chimney

Leak and Flashing Repair
Most bungalow leaks start at a chimney, a dormer or a porch roof. We find the source, repair the flashing, and tell you honestly how much life the rest of the roof has left.
Horizon crew replacing a shingle roof

Roof Replacement
When a bungalow roof is worn out, we replace it with matching materials so it stays within the historic district rules.
Storm-damaged asphalt shingles

Tree and Storm Damage
When a limb or tree comes down, we tarp the roof to stop water, document the damage for your insurance company, and make the permanent repair.
Home exterior with gutters and a screened porch

Gutters, Fascia and Wood Rot
Under Dilworth’s trees, 6-inch gutters with guards keep up better than standard gutters. When fascia, soffit or trim has rotted, we replace it with PVC so the problem doesn’t come back.

Roofing Company in Dilworth, NC: Roof Replacement, Repair and Storm Damage

Your Dilworth roofing contractor
Horizon Roofing and Restoration is a roofing company serving Dilworth, NC, with roof replacement, roof repair, storm and hail damage repair, roof insurance claim help and free roof inspections. As a Dilworth roofing contractor, we also work in nearby Myers Park and Elizabeth. If you are searching for a roofing contractor in Dilworth, we start with a free roof inspection so you know what your roof needs before you decide anything.
Roof replacement in Dilworth
A roof replacement in Dilworth means removing the old roofing, checking the decking, and installing new underlayment, flashing and shingles or metal. We replace architectural shingle roofs, asphalt shingle roofs, metal roofs, slate, tile and cedar shake roofs, and we protect your landscaping as we work. See our roof replacement cleanup and property protection process.
How much does a new roof cost?
The average cost of a roof replacement varies because every roof is different. The size and pitch of the roof, the shingle or metal you choose, how many layers come off and any decking repairs all change the price. After a free inspection, we give you a free roof estimate for your Dilworth home. Read our Charlotte roof replacement cost guide to see what drives the cost of a new roof.
Roof repair or replacement?
A roof leak, a few missing shingles or failed flashing can often be fixed with a roof repair. For an active leak, see our emergency roof repair page. When shingles are curling, cracking or shedding granules across the roof, or the roof is near the end of its life, replacement is often a better choice than repeated repairs. Our guide to roof repair vs. replacement explains how to decide.
Hail damage and roof insurance claims
If hail or wind has damaged your roof, we do a hail damage roof inspection and tell you what we find. When there is storm and hail damage, we help you through the roof insurance claim process so you are not handling the paperwork alone.
Roofing financing options
Looking for a roofing company that offers financing? Ask us about roofing financing options for your new roof. We can walk you through them at your free estimate.

Other Nearby Areas We Serve

Myers Park
Century-old homes with steep, complex roofs, just east of Dilworth.
Elizabeth
One of Charlotte’s earliest streetcar suburbs, with bungalows and revival-style homes from the early 1900s.
SouthPark
Brick ranches and two-stories from the 1960s on wooded lots.

Dilworth Roofing Questions, Answered

Dilworth is a historic district. Do I need approval to replace my roof?
Not if you're replacing it with the same material. Charlotte's Historic District Commission doesn't require a Certificate of Appropriateness for in-kind re-roofing. Changing the material, such as from asphalt shingles to metal, needs staff review first. We check your address and the rules before scheduling.
My bungalow leaks around the chimney or a dormer. Do I need a whole new roof?
Usually not. Leaks at chimneys and dormers usually come from failed flashing, which can be repaired on its own. We inspect the rest of the roof and tell you honestly whether a repair or a replacement makes more sense.
A tree fell on my roof in a storm. What should I do first?
Keep everyone out of the damaged rooms, stay off the roof, and take photos. Then call us: we'll tarp the roof to stop water getting in and document the damage for your insurance company before making the permanent repair.
Do I need a permit for a roof replacement?
North Carolina law generally doesn't require a permit for roof replacement work costing $40,000 or less on a single-family home. Larger jobs, or jobs involving load-bearing structure, can change that, and we pull a permit whenever one is required.
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most roof replacements on an average-size home take one to three days once materials are on site. Larger homes, steep or complex rooflines, multiple layers to remove, rotted decking that needs repair, and bad weather can add time. After your free inspection, we give you a schedule specific to your roof.
Will you protect my landscaping and clean up after the roof replacement?
Yes. Before tear-off, we tarp or cover shrubs, flowers and decks, and we clean up throughout the job, including a magnetic nail sweep of the driveway, walkways and landscaping edges before we leave. See how we protect your property and clean up.

Where We Work Around Dilworth

Service area
We serve homes throughout Dilworth (ZIP code 28203), from historic bungalows to newer homes and townhomes. Our office is at 429 East Blvd.
Also nearby: roofing in Myers Park and SouthPark. For a leak at one spot, see roof repair.
ZIP codes
28203
Get a Free Roof Inspection in Dilworth
Every inspection and estimate is free, and our residential work is backed by a 5-year workmanship warranty. Call or text, or book online and an estimator will reach out shortly.