Emergency Roof Repair in Evansville, Indiana

Active leak or storm damage? Send one request and a local roofer is notified by email. 25 local roofers listed.

Short answer: For an active leak in Evansville, call a listed roofer directly and ask about emergency tarping; confirm its availability and price, since this directory does not guarantee arrival times. In Evansville: 48 days with 58+ mph thunderstorm wind. Ask any roofer for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

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The first half hour of a roof emergency

Do these in order. The first two protect people, the last two protect your claim and get a crew moving.

  1. Minutes 0 to 5

    Make the room safe

    Move people and valuables out from under the leak. If water is near an outlet, light fixture or ceiling fan, switch that circuit off at the breaker, but only if the panel is dry and you do not have to stand in water. A ceiling that bulges with water can drop without warning, so keep out from under it.

  2. Minutes 5 to 15

    Catch the water, do not chase it

    Put a bucket under the drip with a towel around it to stop the splash. Water often runs along a rafter before it shows, so the stain is rarely under the hole. Stay off the roof: a wet roof is a fall risk at any hour.

  3. Minutes 15 to 25

    Photograph it and write down the time

    Take dated photos and video of the ceiling, the floor and anything damaged, before you clean up. Write down when you first saw water. Insurers ask for both.

  4. Minutes 25 to 30

    Call, and ask four things

    Ask: is a crew free today, will you tarp first and quote the permanent repair after, what is the dispatch or tarp fee before you drive out, and can you send your license number? For Indiana: The Indiana licensing agency lists no statewide roofing license; check local rules. 25 of the 25 roofers listed for Evansville are based in town; 25 are within 25 miles.

Where the roofers who cover Evansville are based

25 roofers are listed for Evansville. The map shows the town each one is based in, sized by how many, from the public records we compiled. We hold no response times and no roofer has told us it runs a 24-hour crew, so this shows reach, not arrival time: ask for the dispatch time when you call.

By distance from Evansville

Base town isRoofers
Within 10 miles25
10 to 25 miles0
25 to 50 miles0
Farther than 50 miles0

Closest base towns

TownMilesRoofers
Evansville, INin town25

Miles are straight-line from the town centre to Evansville's centre. Source: PickARoofer roster, public records.

Roofing emergencies in Evansville most often follow severe thunderstorms: a large branch on the roof, an active interior leak, or sections of shingles blown free all warrant same-day contractor contact to prevent compounding water damage. Emergency tarping stops active loss and preserves your insurance claim — documenting damage with photos before any work begins keeps the adjuster scope clean. Availability varies by crew, so ask each contractor how soon they can get on site.

Evansville in numbers

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

  • #182of 209Evansville ranks #182 of the 209 cities we cover for median home value (low end).
  • #29of 209Evansville ranks #29 of the 209 cities we cover for share of homes built before 1980.
  • #158of 209Evansville ranks #158 of the 209 cities we cover for hail days of 1 inch or more (low end).

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025 2 2017 3 2018 2 2019 1 2020 1 2021 2 2022 1 2023 2 2024 1 2025
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025
20172
20183
20192
20201
20211
20222
20231
20242
20251

15 recorded events across 9 years represented in the data, about 1.7 per represented full year. 2018 had the most events among represented full years: 3.

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

When storms hit Evansville

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 1 Jan 0 Feb 5 Mar 7 Apr 4 May 2 Jun 2 Jul 0 Aug 0 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan1
Feb0
Mar5
Apr7
May4
Jun2
Jul2
Aug0
Sep0
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

Most hail reports come in April; the season runs January to July. Book inspections and repairs before that window, not after.

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

Roofing trade around Evansville

  • 16 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 253 people; 38% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $59,990 a year (Evansville, IN Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Evansville storm record: Vanderburgh County

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

  • 1817Founded
  • 387 ft (118 m)Elevation
  • Robert Morgan EvansNamed after

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

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

Largest plotted stone: 2 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

11 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
May 10, 2018 2 in, about the size of a hen egg 2 Evansville
April 29, 2017 2 in, about the size of a hen egg 1 Mc Cutchanville
July 8, 2022 1.5 in, about the size of a ping-pong ball 1 Darmstadt
“A swath of very large hail crossed most of the city of Evansville. Hail the size of hen eggs fell near the downtown area. Ping pong ball size hail was reported on the north side of the city. Quarter-size hail fell on the northeast and west sides of the city.”
National Weather Service report, May 10, 2018
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

May 10, 2018

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

EF2 · April 2, 2024

It stayed on the ground for 12.51 miles and was up to 250 yards wide. An EF-2 tornado entered Vanderburgh County, IN, from Posey County in the St. The tornado tracked east-southeastward across the entire width of Vanderburgh County. Initially tracking near Boonville New Harmony Rd, the strongest damage in Vanderburgh was a roof entirely removed from a home.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

120 mph · May 9, 2014

A very intense macroburst caused extensive damage across the Evansville metro area, primarily the north half of the city. Peak winds were estimated near 120 mph. Wind speeds averaged from 60 to 90 mph, with frequent peaks over 100 mph.

What it means for emergency roof repair

The storm record for Vanderburgh County includes a 120-mph thunderstorm gust and a EF2 tornado. Wind that strong lifts shingles and tears off flashing, which is why emergency tarping crews book out fast after a front.

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

What it costs in Evansville

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

That typical price is about 7.7% of the median Evansville home value ($129,100).

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

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Roofers in Evansville, IN

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

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

Emergency Roof Repair in Evansville: questions

How do I find a emergency roof repair company in Evansville?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Evansville, IN. This is a general roofing directory; confirm emergency 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 Evansville?
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 fast can a roofer reach Evansville?
25 roofers are listed for Evansville: 25 based in town and 25 within 25 miles of the city centre. None of them has told us it runs an emergency crew, and our roster holds no response times, so we cannot promise an arrival time. Call first, ask when a crew can be on site and what the tarp fee is, then send the request so a second roofer is lined up.
When is hail season in Evansville?
April is the worst month: 33% of the 21 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from January to July. Book the inspection before January, while crews still have open dates.
How big does hail get near Evansville?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Evansville measured 2 inches, about the size of a hen egg. Hail of an inch or more fell on 10 days in the same record. The biggest day was May 10, 2018, 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.
How many roofing companies work around Evansville?
The Census Bureau counts 16 roofing companies with payroll in Vanderburgh County, employing about 253 people. 37.5% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $59,990 a year (BLS).
How old are the homes in Evansville, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Evansville was built in 1960, and 74% 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 78 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
What qualifies as a roofing emergency in Evansville?
True roofing emergencies involve active water entering living spaces — especially near electrical — large sections of missing shingles or membrane after a storm, visible structural damage such as sagging decking, a fallen tree or large branch on the roof, or any situation where interior damage is actively worsening. When in doubt, call: water damage compounds rapidly and repairs that cost hundreds of dollars addressed same-day can cost thousands if left overnight into framing and insulation.
What does emergency roof repair cost in Evansville?
Emergency tarping to stop active leaks runs $200 to $600 for most Evansville properties, depending on roof size and accessibility. Permanent emergency repairs — patching damaged sections, replacing blown-off shingles — cost $500 to $3,000 for typical scopes. After-hours and weekend emergency calls typically add a dispatch fee on top of material and labor. If the damage is storm-related, document it before work begins: most homeowner policies cover emergency storm repairs, and the documentation anchors your claim.
Do I need a permit for emergency roof repair in Indiana?
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.