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Big Bear Roofing

8528 Silsbee Dr, Raleigh, NC 27613

Google average
4.9
Ratings counted
297
One and two star
5 of 297(1.7%)
North Carolina median
1.4%

The first three are Google’s own figures for Big Bear Roofing, read on 24 September 2026; the share is of every rating Google has counted, not of the review texts on this page. The median is ours — the middle figure among the North Carolina roofers we list with enough ratings to compare.

Rating breakdown

4.9
297 ratings
How the 297 ratings break down, from five stars to one
5
28195%
4
72%
3
41%
2
10%
1
41%
1.7%of these 297 ratings are one or two stars (5)

About typical — the typical roofer in North Carolina sits at 1.4%. A higher share is a reason to read the critical reviews below, not a verdict.

The critical reviews

The one and two-star reviews, first. These are what a star average hides, and they are the reason this page exists.

All 4 of the one and two-star reviews we hold for Big Bear Roofing, most recent first.

  • 1 out of 5Ana Youngera year ago

    One of their drivers cut me off and then we were both going to Starbucks and I happened to get in line and he blew the horn at me and threatened me with the pickup truck. If this is how the workers act I would not want them in my home. Incident location Hwy 64 knightdale

    Reply from the business

    This is not at all a characteristic or action we wished to hear about from one of our employees. Ana, can you please give us a call and let us know the location of the Starbucks you were at in knightdale? We can assure you we will be conducting a deep investigation into this incident. We will certainly be reviewing their cameras and we will be inspecting this incident and strongly addressing this matter. We take great consideration in the hiring of our roofing professionals - as well as we take great care  of our clients and seeing to it that their needs are met. We  are sincerely disheartened to hear of your experience and we look forward to speaking with you very soon, Ana.

  • 2 out of 5willie boyd2 years ago

    They left my chimney, a mess he wanted to paint over it with the nail holes were leave a big gap between roof and siding. We discussed putting trim there, but the trim was tossed so we decided to bring the trim down when the workers got …

    Google cut this review short. The full text is on their Google profile.

    Reply from the business

    Willie, we're sorry the finish around your chimney didn't come together the way we discussed — that's not the standard we hold ourselves to. If you'd like us to revisit the work, please give us a call at (919) 607-6898. We'd be glad to make it right.

  • 1 out of 5Shonda Vaughn3 years ago

    They were nice people but unfortunately they were not willing and able to write an estimate. After your years of experience I find that to show incompetency and that you are not a company of merit. To very adamantly suggest that you have to see how much the homeowner was paid from their insurance in order to write an estimate is manipulation. This practice has become all too common amongst roofing contractors that chooses to undervalue a homeowners rights. Keep in mind that you really do not work for the insurance company! The homeowner pays the insurance company to work for them! You are providing a service for the homeowners, which means it is the homeowner that hires you and pays you! Typically when a homeowner calls you for an estimate they have the means to pay you and their source of income should not be your top priority or concern.

    Reply from the business

    Shonda, thank you for the candid feedback. We understand that asking about insurance coverage as part of the estimate process can feel uncomfortable, and your point about homeowner rights is a fair one. We're sorry this interaction left you feeling that way. If you'd like to give us another opportunity, please don't hesitate to reach out at (919) 607-6898.

  • 1 out of 5Nitin M.Edited 5 years ago

    Fake company roof inspector showed me the pic of different roof. When I told him to share pictures. He said sure will do that. Never heard from him since then. Save your money beware of them. Your system has wrong entry with name Meda. call me I will disclose the name of the sales representative.

    Reply from the business

    I am so sorry for any frustration you are experiencing. This is definitely not a representation of our company and I would like to get to the bottom of this. Can you please let me know the name of the inspector you were working with? I do not see you in our system at all. I hope to hear from you soon so I can rectify this situation.

What reviewers keep mentioning

Topics Google extracted from this business’s reviews, with how many mention each. These are words that appeared in reviews, which is not the same as a service the business sells.

  • insurance claim assistance29
  • thorough inspection25
  • new roof installation18
  • timely completion10
  • responsive staff9
  • thorough cleanup8
  • hail damage repair7
  • drone inspection4
  • quick installation4
  • shingle replacement2

Other reviews we hold

14 more of the 255 reviews we hold text for, most recent first. We do not hold every review Google has.

  • 5 out of 5Philip Gouldona week ago

    Had a great experience with Big Bear. They helped us every step of the way and installed the roof very quickly. Professional all the way through. They provided drone footage of the roof after installation during the follow-up. That was a nice touch and extremely useful.

    Reply from the business

    Philip, this is great to hear — thank you! Moving quickly without cutting corners is what our crew aims for on every install, and we're glad the follow-up footage proved useful. Enjoy the new roof, and give us a shout if you ever need anything.

  • 5 out of 5Martin PenningtonEdited 2 weeks ago

    Macon was great. He explained everything clearly. I was nervous because I’ve never purchased a new roof. He assured me that the company is reputable. I like the fact that it’s a veteran owned business!

    Reply from the business

    Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Martin. We're thrilled to hear that Macon put your mind at ease during the roof purchasing process. Supporting our veterans is just one of the many values we hold dear.

  • 5 out of 5Charles Glascock2 weeks ago

    Have never had 100% satisfaction from a big company in every step of process, from the first day of quoting me a price to the end and completion of the job. The completion was ahead of the scheduled completion date. Big Bear explained everything in detail, especially the salesman who did the quote. The install crew came a day early and politely asked if they could start project and finished job early. They cleaned up the worksite very good. As I said evry aspect of process is 5 Stars out of 5 for sure.

    Reply from the business

    Absolutely love getting this kind of feedback. It was a pleasure to work with you, and thank you for trusting Big Bear! As always, here if you every need us. Thanks again.

  • 5 out of 5donna grimesa month ago

    Big Bear Roofing repaired the leak on my metal roof. The roofer was professional and skilled. I'm glad I chose them from my online search.

    Reply from the business

    Thank you for taking the time to leave this review for us. It was a pleasure working with you. We re here if you need anything.

  • 5 out of 5Yuelong Guoa month ago

    It was a breeze working with Macon.

    Reply from the business

    Yuelong, thank you! We're so glad the whole process felt like a breeze — keeping things smooth and stress-free from start to finish is exactly what our team aims for. We really appreciate you choosing Big Bear, and we'd be glad to help again whenever you need us.

  • 5 out of 5ADRIANNE HERNANDEZ2 months ago

    I'M NOT PHYSICALLY IN NORTH CAROLINA, BUT WHAT I SAW FROM THE PICTURES, I'M IMPRESSED, I WIIL CONFIRM WHEN I RETURN! THANKS TO ALL, AND STAY SAFE ON THOSE ROOFS OR WHEREVER!! HOW IS THE GIFT CARD PRESENTED??

    Reply from the business

    Thank you! We appreciate your trust and confidence. Always here should you need anything.

  • 5 out of 5Rose Rapp2 months ago

    We had gutters added to our existing system to redirect water from rotting wood on our Tudor style home. Unlike other companies pushing for a whole new gutter system on the whole house, Big Bear designed a solution that solved the problem with just a few add ons. They also installed a small roof on a newly built shed to match our house. Once again, they helped us by using materials we already had, and charged for a reasonable labor rate. We are so grateful to Macon, James, and the crews who helped us with our projects. Highly recommend.

    Reply from the business

    Thank you so much for taking the time to tell others about your experience with us. Means the world to us as a small business. Thank you for the opportunity.

  • 5 out of 5Hal Wilson3 months ago

    Big Bear is definitely in the top 1% of roofing providers in the Raleigh area. 1. Their communication of frequent and complete 2. Price-Value is extremely high. Very competitive pricing. …

    Google cut this review short. The full text is on their Google profile.

    Reply from the business

    Hey Hal, As a business owner this is the kind of experience I strive for. Thank you again for trusting us with your project and home. All the best!

  • 5 out of 5Brian P.3 months ago

    We recently had our roof replaced and had a great experience from start to finish. The team was professional, on time, and kept us informed throughout the process. The quality of the work looks excellent, and they did a thorough job …

    Google cut this review short. The full text is on their Google profile.

    Reply from the business

    Hey Brian, Thank you once again for being the best part of what makes us a success. All the best to you and yours.

  • 5 out of 5Claudia Hernandez3 months ago

    “I had a very good experience with Big Bear Roofing ! From the moment I called , the staff was very friendly and helpful. Thank you, Mr. Watkins and his crew, they did an excellent job roofing my home, very professional, courteous and had a …

    Google cut this review short. The full text is on their Google profile.

    Reply from the business

    Hey Claudia! So happy you had a good experience working with us. Please don't hesitate to reach out should you ever need anything. Thanks again.

  • 5 out of 5Jim Moco3 months ago

    Needed ridge vents replaced and wanted 6in gutters to replace the old 5in on the house. Both teams were on-time, professional and courteous. The gutter team got the extra credit kudos for cleaning up all the previous gutter debris and roof valley accumulation of pine straw and leaves. Highly recommend this business.

    Reply from the business

    Hey Jim, We appreciate you taking the time to tell others how your experience was. Thank you for the opportunity. PS: love that classic in your profile pic. Thanks again.

  • 5 out of 5LINDA GREEN4 months ago

    Hats off to Big Bear Roofing for the awesome roofing and gutters installation at my home. Macon Watkins is the person you need to request, if you want a fair quote, knowledgeable of his products, courteous behavior and constantly making …

    Google cut this review short. The full text is on their Google profile.

    Reply from the business

    Hey Linda! As an owner, this is the kind of thing that makes my week. Thank you for taking the time to let others know about your experience, but most importantly for trusting us with your home and project. Always here should you need anything! Thank you again.

  • 5 out of 5Kailani Rathburn4 months ago

    They were timely and had availability earlier than expected. I had called 4 other places before then with not a single call back but these guys answered on the first ring and were very respectful, professional and personable. They explained …

    Google cut this review short. The full text is on their Google profile.

    Reply from the business

    Hey Mrs.Rathburn! Thank you so much for having us out to your wonderful home. We appreciate you taking the time to talk about your experience. Always here should you need us!

  • 5 out of 5Perry Walls5 months ago

    Amazing work from these guys and gals. Smooth transaction, start to finish. They were able to inspect my roof without me having to be there. They were quick, organized and even helped me install a roof mounted ventilation exhaust. Replaced all my Rotten wood the shingles just look amazing.

    Reply from the business

    Thanks Perry! We appreciate the trust and opportunity.

The latest post from this business

Posted by Big Bear Roofing to their own Google profile 5 months ago. Their words, not ours.

🌈 Rainbow Row, Mount Pleasant style! A sea of stunning GAF Pewter Gray roofs bringing a fresh, clean, and timeless look to these beautiful homes. 🏠✨#bigbearroofing #masterelite #roofingcontractor #masterelite GAF - Roofing4 days ago

What Big Bear Roofing says about itself

Taken from the business’s own website. We have not checked any of it. These are quotes, not credentials — a roofer writing “licensed and insured” on their homepage is not evidence that they are.

  • Warranty offered

    “…Lifetime Roof Replacement Warranty Our roofing experts in Raleigh, NC…”

  • States years in business

    “…Over 20 Years Old Most experts agree that a typical…”

  • Financing available

    “…systems for energy-efficient homes.” FINANCING AVAILABLE A Better Roof At A Better Price…”

  • Veteran owned

    “…Roofing Contractor Raleigh, NC ★ Veteran-Owned Free Roof Inspection & Quote…”

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Ranked by how many ratings Google has counted.

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Roofwerks, Inc.roof replacement, answering questions, estimate4.8598 ratings3.8% one and two star(919) 852-2660
The Shingle Masterroof replacement, thorough inspection, insurance claim assistance4.9554 ratings1.4% one and two star(919) 343-5644
Gator Metal Roofingmetal roof, new roof, quick installation4.8437 ratings3.4% one and two star(888) 202-2711
K&D Roofingroof replacement, insurance claim assistance, inspection4.9310 ratings0.6% one and two star(919) 977-4074

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Where this page comes from

Every figure above is Google’s, captured on 24 September 2026. The star average and the 297 ratings behind it are counted by Google across all of its reviews. The review text on this page is a sample — we hold 296, of which 255 have any text — and it is not everything Google shows.

Roof Warden does not verify licenses, bonds, insurance or workers’ compensation cover, and nothing on this page should be read as though we had. Confirm those directly with the contractor and with your state or provincial licensing body before you hire anyone.