| Component: (Network and Table) | |
|---|---|
| Network | 172 - Disclosure - Income Taxes (Details 3) (http://www.beaconroofingsupply.com/role/IncomeTaxesDetails3) |
| Table | Statement [Table] |
| Reporting Entity [Axis] | 0001124941 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK) |
| Class of Stock [Axis] | Class of Stock [Domain] |
| Income Tax Contingency [Line Items] | Period [Axis] | |
|---|---|---|
2015-10-01 - 2016-09-30 | 2014-10-01 - 2015-09-30 | |
Balance, beginning of year | ||
Current year uncertain tax positions | ||
Settlements | ( | |
Balance, end of year | 82,000 | |