69.0% owner-occupied; median owner-occupied home value $208,600 (2020–2024 ACS)
Snow position
Northtowns / Niagara Frontier (north of Buffalo)
Local roofer license
Yes, see below
Lake-effect snow in Kenmore
Kenmore is north of Buffalo; NWS Buffalo says areas south of the city get much more lake-effect snow than areas to the north.
NWS Buffalo storm-total reports for observation points in or near Kenmore:
3 inches at Kenmore, Nov 17–19, 2014 lake-effect storm
13.9 inches 0.3 mi ESE of Kenmore, Nov 17–20, 2022 lake-effect storm
12.3 inches 0.8 mi NW of Kenmore, Nov 17–20, 2022 lake-effect storm
Flat and low-slope roofs carry snow instead of shedding it. NWS Buffalo recorded hundreds of major roof collapses and structural failures in the November 2014 storm. Ask bidders about drainage, tapered insulation, and who clears heavy snow safely.
Permits and licensing in Kenmore
The Village of Kenmore has required contractor licensing since January 1, 2020. Ask your roofer for the village license and confirm it with the village before work starts.
Everywhere in New York, General Business Law requires a written contract for most home improvement jobs over $500 with a three-day right to cancel. Roofers must show workers' compensation and liability insurance, cannot require a deposit, and cannot offer to cover your deductible. See our roofer licensing guide.
Flat & Commercial Roofing in Kenmore: FAQ
Do I need a permit or license for flat and commercial roofing work in Kenmore?
The Village of Kenmore has required contractor licensing since January 1, 2020. Ask your roofer for the village license and confirm it with the village before work starts. Statewide, New York requires a written contract for most home improvement jobs over $500, and roofers must give proof of workers' compensation and liability insurance.
How much lake-effect snow does Kenmore get?
Kenmore is north of Buffalo; NWS Buffalo says areas south of the city get much more lake-effect snow than areas to the north. NWS storm totals near Kenmore: 3 in at Kenmore (November 2014); 13.9 in 0.3 mi ESE of Kenmore (November 2022); 12.3 in 0.8 mi NW of Kenmore (November 2022). For comparison, the Buffalo airport's 1991–2020 normal is 95.4 inches a year.
Which flat and commercial roofing contractors serve Kenmore?
Based in Kenmore: M&A Contracting. Within 15 miles: Try-Lock Roofing Inc., AVA Roofing & Siding, All Access Builders LLC, Collegiate Builders, Inc., Copper & Slate Inc., Mann Roofing and Remodeling, O'Connor Roofing, Scott Enterprises Inc.. Each listing's services come from the company's own website; confirm they work in Kenmore.
Last updated . Figures are quoted as published. Snow totals are single storm reports, not averages. This page is general information, not legal or insurance advice.