There’s a lot to be said for consistency — especially when it comes to who you trust with your home. In a city like Billings, where hail can blow through in May and the snow doesn’t fully melt until April, your roof isn’t just protection — it’s peace of mind. That’s why we’re beyond honored to share this news:

You voted us “Best Roofing Company in Billings” for the fifth year in a row.

As a local roofing company that’s been here since 1978, this recognition means everything to us. It’s not just an award — it’s a reflection of the trust you’ve placed in our team. And we don’t take that lightly.

In this post, we’ll walk through:

• Why this award means so much (especially in a place like Billings)
• What it means for you as a homeowner
• How we got here — and how we plan to keep earning your trust
• FAQs about how the Readers’ Choice Awards work

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What It Means to Be a Trusted Roofing Contractor in Billings

The Billings Gazette Readers’ Choice Awards are pretty straightforward: the people vote, the favorites rise to the top. And for five years running, you’ve named Kirkness Roofing the best in the business. That’s not something we take for granted.

In a region like ours, being a trusted roofing contractor isn’t about slick advertising or cheap estimates. It’s about:

• Knowing how to handle 60 mph wind gusts
• Installing roofs that can take a heavy snowpack
• Staying ahead of building code updates and insurance claim processes

We’ve spent decades understanding what Billings homes need — and we’ve built systems around that. So when we say “local expertise,” it’s not a catchphrase. It’s our foundation.

What Homeowners Should Expect from a Local Roofing Company

If you’re considering roof work — whether it’s repair, replacement, or insurance-related — awards are a great starting point. But they shouldn’t be your only filter. Here’s what else we recommend you ask (and what we always deliver):

• Are they licensed and insured? (Yes, and we’ll happily show you.)
• Do they pull permits and know the local codes? (Absolutely. It’s part of the job.)
• Can they help me understand material options? (Shingles, metal, tile — we’ll walk you through pros and cons.)
• What’s the timeline? The cost? The catch? (We’ll be transparent from the start.)

Working with a local roofing company that’s been around as long as we have means fewer surprises and more predictability. That’s what we’d want for our own homes — and it’s what we deliver for yours.

5 Reasons Kirkness Roofing Is Billings’ Best Roofing Company

There’s no magic trick behind five straight wins. Just a lot of hard work, clear communication, and doing right by our customers. Here’s what’s at the heart of it:

1. Experience That Goes Back Generations

We’ve been serving Billings since 1978. Our leadership includes decades of hands-on roofing experience — and the crews you see on site? Many have been with us for 10, 20 years or more.

2. Materials That Work as Hard as We Do

We install GAF, Owens Corning, and Malarkey systems — because they stand behind their warranties, and we stand behind our work. Whether it’s a shingle roof or a flat commercial system, we use what holds up in Montana weather.

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3. Clear, Consistent Communication

We’ve heard the horror stories — “the roofer stopped calling,” “we had no idea when they’d show up,” “the cleanup was a mess.” So we built a communication process that includes 10+ check-ins from start to finish. You’ll never wonder where we are or what’s next.

4. Deep Community Roots

This isn’t just a job. It’s our hometown. We’ve partnered with Habitat for Humanity for five years running and earned the GAF Community Champion Award — not because we needed another badge, but because helping our neighbors matters.

5. Customer Satisfaction That Sticks

Whether it’s an insurance claim, a new roof, or a few missing shingles, our goal is the same: leave every customer better off than when we started. That’s why most of our work comes from referrals and repeat clients.

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What Makes Kirkness Roofing a Trusted Roofing Contractor

Awards matter, but the details behind them matter more. Here’s what continues to set us apart:

• Warranties that go beyond the basics — lifetime on materials, up to 20 years on workmanship
• Real help with insurance claims — we have licensed and former adjusters on staff to help you navigate storm damage
• Code compliance and safety focus — every project meets OSHA standards and city of Billings permitting and inspection requirements
• Follow-through long after install — minor issues? We’re still around. In fact, we’ve often fixed small things for free — long after the final invoice

That’s why people come back — and why the community keeps voting year after year.

Billings Readers’ Choice Award FAQs

If you’re new to the Billings Gazette Readers’ Choice Awards — or just curious about how it all works — we’ve answered the most common questions we hear from customers about what this award really means and how it reflects local trust.

Thanks, Billings — Let’s Keep Building

To everyone who cast a vote for us — thank you. Being named ‘Best Roofing Company in Billings’ for the fifth year in a row is an honor that reflects the relationships we’ve built and the trust you’ve placed in our team.

We take that trust seriously. It motivates us to keep raising the bar — in craftsmanship, in service, and in how we show up for our community. We’re already looking ahead and doing the work to be worthy of your vote again in 2026.

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