Chattanooga, TN · Roof Repair

Roof Repair Contractors in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Leak or damaged shingles? Request a quote and confirm availability with the roofer. 26 local roofers listed, 5 verified.

Short answer: Small roof repairs (a few shingles, flashing, a patch) usually cost $300–$1,000, and larger sections $1,500–$4,500; if the roof is over 20 years old or repairs pass half the price of a new roof, replacing costs less in the long run. These are national ranges, not Chattanooga quotes. In Chattanooga: 1975 median year homes were built. 5 of the roofers below have a license we checked; for any other, ask for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

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  • 1975median year homes were built
  • 56.2%of homes built before 1980
  • 56freeze-thaw days a year
  • 12hail days (1 inch+), 2014–2026

How much life is left in my Chattanooga roof?

Typical lifespans are published ranges for each material; for a Chattanooga house, real life also depends on installation, attic ventilation and the weather Chattanooga gets.

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Roof repair in Chattanooga tends to start small — a few cracked shingles, loose flashing around a chimney, or granule loss on a south-facing slope — and stays small if caught early. Minor repairs in Chattanooga run a few hundred dollars for localized damage; larger scopes covering multiple damaged sections or re-decking work cost more and may warrant comparing repair cost against a full replacement estimate.

Chattanooga in numbers

Public records for Chattanooga and its county, not estimates. Each figure shows its source.

  • #20of 209Chattanooga ranks #20 of the 209 cities we cover for damaging thunderstorm-wind days.
  • #29of 209Chattanooga ranks #29 of the 209 cities we cover for yearly rainfall.
  • #169of 209Chattanooga ranks #169 of the 209 cities we cover for largest hailstone on record (low end).

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025 3 2017 1 2022 3 2023 1 2024 11 2025
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025
20173
20221
20233
20241
202511

19 recorded events across 5 years represented in the data. 2025 had the most events among represented full years: 11.

Years without a data row: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021. Missing rows are not treated as zero; no annual average is shown.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2017–2025

Costliest storm day on record

Jun 22, 2026

6 reports that day (6 wind); reported property damage $2,600,000; county FIPS 47065, 2014–June 2026

Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014–June 2026

When storms hit Chattanooga

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 5 Mar 3 Apr 7 May 4 Jun 0 Jul 1 Aug 0 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar5
Apr3
May7
Jun4
Jul0
Aug1
Sep0
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

Most hail reports come in May; the season runs March to August. Book inspections and repairs before that window, not after.

Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014–June 2026

Roofing trade around Chattanooga

  • 29 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 309 people; 66% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $45,530 a year (Chattanooga, TN-GA Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Chattanooga storm record: Hamilton County

What the National Weather Service logged in Hamilton County in 2014–2026. County level, because storm reports are filed by county, not by city limits.

  • 1839Founded
  • 676 ft (206 m)Elevation

Where hail of 1 inch or more was reported in Hamilton County

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  • 171 to 1.74 in
  • 21.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 02.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 1.75 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

19 reports of 1 inch or larger have coordinates. Each dot is a reported location, not a storm path.

Sources: NOAA, Census county outline

Biggest hail days

DateLargest hailReports that dayWhere it was reported
March 1, 2017 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 2 Chickamauga
June 25, 2023 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 2 Brainerd
April 10, 2025 1.25 in, about the size of a half dollar 2 Rathburn
“A mid to upper level trough combined with unusually low freezing heights, steep lapse rates, and enough CAPE to generate numerous reports of large hail during severe afternoon thunderstorms.”
National Weather Service report, April 10, 2025
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

June 25, 2023

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 2 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF3 · April 12, 2020

It stayed on the ground for 12.75 miles and was up to 1500 yards wide. Ground surveys and radar data suggest the tornado touched down on the south side of Fort Oglethorpe, near the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center in Catoosa County.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

90 mph · June 7, 2025

Several large trees snapped at their trunks on Mountain Creek Road by potent thunderstorm wind gusts.

What it means for roof repair

Hail up to 1.75 inches has been reported in Hamilton County. Hail bruises and cracked shingles often show up weeks later as leaks, so a repair quote here should start with an inspection of the whole slope, not only the spot that drips.

Storm data: NOAA Storm Events (public domain). City facts: Wikidata (CC0).

What it costs in Chattanooga

Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, adjusted for Chattanooga labor and material prices. Your quote depends on roof size, pitch and scope.

That typical price is about 3.8% of the median Chattanooga home value ($259,200).

Source: Census ACS (Chattanooga city) · data as of 2019–2023

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Roofers in Chattanooga, TN

26 listed, first 20 shown. Roofers we verified against a public registry come first.

This list covers roofing companies generally. Confirm roof repair experience, materials, insurance and current availability with each company. A Verified badge refers to the registry check, not a confirmed specialty.

Roof Repair in Chattanooga: questions

How do I find a roof repair company in Chattanooga?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Chattanooga, TN. This is a general roofing directory; confirm roof repair experience and availability with each company. A Verified badge describes a separate registry check, not a confirmed service specialty or insurance check. Confirm scope, insurance and availability directly. Requests go to one contractor at a time, with up to three attempts; a response or start date is not guaranteed. Free for homeowners.
Should I repair or fully re-roof in Chattanooga?
Ask a roofer to document the damage and compare a written repair scope with a replacement estimate. Roof condition, remaining life, materials and the extent of damage affect the decision. Confirm any inspection fee before booking.
How old are the homes in Chattanooga, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Chattanooga was built in 1975, and 56.2% of homes date from before 1980 (Census ACS). A roof on a home that old has often been re-covered at least once, so ask the roofer whether there is a second layer underneath: it changes the tear-off cost. The area sees about 56 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
What does roofing cost in Chattanooga?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model asphalt-shingle re-roof at $6,160 to $13,640 in Chattanooga, around $9,900 in the middle. That is about 3.8% of the median home value of $259,200. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
When is hail season in Chattanooga?
May is the worst month: 35% of the 20 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from March to August. Book the inspection before March, while crews still have open dates.
How many roofing companies work around Chattanooga?
The Census Bureau counts 29 roofing companies with payroll in Hamilton County, employing about 309 people. 65.5% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $45,530 a year (BLS).
How big does hail get near Chattanooga?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Chattanooga measured 1.75 inches, about the size of a golf ball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 12 days in the same record. The biggest day was March 1, 2017, with 2 reports. The National Weather Service calls hail of 1 inch or larger severe; the bigger the stone, the more likely it is to crack a shingle.
What does roof repair typically cost in Chattanooga?
Minor Chattanooga roof repairs — sealing flashing around a chimney, replacing a few missing shingles, patching a small leak area — typically run a few hundred dollars. Larger scopes covering multiple damaged sections, replacing valley flashing, or patching decking run higher and may approach the threshold where comparing repair cost against a partial or full replacement makes sense. Get a written estimate that breaks out materials, labor, and any underlayment work separately so quotes are comparable.
How do I know if a Chattanooga roof repair will hold, or if I need a full replacement?
A repair holds when it addresses the actual entry point and the surrounding shingles and underlayment are still in sound condition. The rough rule: if the roof is under 15 years old and damaged area covers less than 30 percent of the surface, a repair is usually the right call. Past 20 years, or when repair cost approaches half the replacement estimate, a full tear-off makes more financial sense long-term. A free inspection from a Chattanooga contractor settles the question without any obligation.
Do I need a permit for roof repair in Tennessee?
Permit requirements depend on the property, scope of work and local jurisdiction. Check with the city or county building department and confirm who will obtain any required permit before work starts.

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Figures above: NOAA Storm Events Database (hail, wind, tornado; county of the city, 2014–2026), U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year estimates (housing), NASA POWER (temperature and rain, 2014–2023). Prices: our published price method. How we collect data.