Affordable, High-Quality Roofing Services In Kenner, LA

Yes, you need a roofing permit for a full roof replacement in Kenner and all of Jefferson Parish. Jefferson Parish’s official re-roofing permit requirements state that since January 1, 2026, a contractor must have a valid Louisiana Residential Roofing or Residential Construction license to do roof work on a residential home valued at $7,500 or greater. Permits can be applied for online via Jefferson Parish’s MyGovernmentOnline portal before the work starts and after installation, the roof will be inspected to ensure it meets current wind and building codes. The cost for a permit is $50. Permits aren’t just bureaucratic red tape, they provide documentation that your roof was installed to code, which can be important for insurance claims, home sales and lender inspections. At Simplex Roof, we manage the permit process for you, including application and inspections, so you can trust us to have all our ducks in a row.

Kenner sits in the middle of Lake Pontchartrain and the Mississippi River, with all homes in Jefferson Parish in the path of tropical storms, subjected to winds and wind-driven rain from several directions. So it is important to consider roofing materials. The most common siding material in Kenner homes is architectural asphalt shingles with a 130 mph wind rating – laminated (to look like wood) and Class A fire resistant. For homeowners in areas closer to Laketown or with older, open-terrain sites that aren’t naturally wind protected, impact-resistant designer shingles offer extra protection against wind-borne debris. Synthetic underlayment along eaves and valleys is highly recommended for Kenner homes to protect against the driving rain that blows in from the lake. Split-level and hip-roof homes, which are prevalent in Kenner, Metairie and Harahan, need to be flashed at short valley runs and wall returns, which play an important role in good long-term performance. Simplex Roof will advise you of the system that best suits your home during your no-obligation inspection.

Yes – Jefferson Parish homeowners in Kenner are eligible for the Louisiana Fortify Homes Program, which offers $10,000 to your contractor to assist with the cost of a FORTIFIED-certified roof. It’s one of the best financial opportunities for homeowners in Southeast Louisiana to take advantage of at this time, due to the high insurance premiums in the region. A FORTIFIED roof is more than just a roof replacement; it includes a sealed deck, reinforced roof edges, deck attachment, underlayment and inspections by a FORTIFIED Evaluator, all of which are documented. In exchange, Louisiana insurance companies must provide a 29% to 49% discount on the hurricane portion of your premium, which is a considerable savings over 30 years. If you can’t get the grant but choose to pay for the project, the state offers a $10,000 tax credit over three years (but not both). Simplex Roof provides FORTIFIED-certified roof installations in Kenner and will help you file for the grant and coordinate with the evaluator (for free) at your inspection.