Emergency Roof Repair in Franklin, Tennessee

Active leak or storm damage? Send one request and a local roofer is notified by email. 29 local roofers listed, 4 verified.

Short answer: For an active leak in Franklin, call a listed roofer directly and ask about emergency tarping; confirm its availability and price, since this directory does not guarantee arrival times. In Franklin: 87 days with 58+ mph thunderstorm wind. 4 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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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. In Tennessee, the insurer has to acknowledge a claim within 30 calendar days (Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.07(1)), so the clock starts when you report it.

  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 Tennessee: Tennessee contractor license required for jobs of $25,000 or more; some counties require a home improvement license from $3,000. 29 of the 29 roofers listed for Franklin are based in town; 29 are within 25 miles.

Where the roofers who cover Franklin are based

29 roofers are listed for Franklin. 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 Franklin

Base town isRoofers
Within 10 miles29
10 to 25 miles0
25 to 50 miles0
Farther than 50 miles0

Closest base towns

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Franklin, TNin town29

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

Roofing emergencies in Franklin 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.

Franklin in numbers

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

  • #2of 209Franklin ranks #2 of the 209 cities we cover for median home value.
  • #205of 209Franklin ranks #205 of the 209 cities we cover for share of homes built before 1980 (low end).
  • #24of 209Franklin ranks #24 of the 209 cities we cover for damaging thunderstorm-wind days.
  • #26of 209Franklin ranks #26 of the 209 cities we cover for yearly rainfall.

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025 1 2017 4 2018 4 2019 2 2020 13 2021 5 2022 5 2023 18 2024 43 2025
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025
20171
20184
20194
20202
202113
20225
20235
202418
202543

95 recorded events across 9 years represented in the data, about 10.6 per represented full year. 2025 had the most events among represented full years: 43.

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

Costliest storm day on record

Mar 1, 2017

9 reports that day (7 wind, 1 hail, 1 tornado); reported property damage $7,353,000; county FIPS 47187, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Franklin

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 2 Jan 1 Feb 18 Mar 9 Apr 49 May 11 Jun 9 Jul 2 Aug 2 Sep 1 Oct 1 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan2
Feb1
Mar18
Apr9
May49
Jun11
Jul9
Aug2
Sep2
Oct1
Nov1
Dec0

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

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

Roofing trade around Franklin

  • 23 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 106 people; 70% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $48,120 a year (Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Franklin storm record: Williamson County

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

  • 1799Founded
  • 643 ft (196 m)Elevation

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  • 561 to 1.74 in
  • 271.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 42.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 3 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

87 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 20, 2025 3 in, about the size of a teacup 25 Douglas
May 26, 2024 3 in, about the size of a teacup 11 Leipers Fork
April 3, 2025 2.5 in, about the size of a tennis ball 7 Craigfield
“Estimated 3-inch hail was reported on Keystone Drive south of Franklin.”
National Weather Service report, May 20, 2025
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

May 20, 2025

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 9 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF1 · March 1, 2017

It stayed on the ground for 10.48 miles and was up to 250 yards wide. An EF-1 tornado touched down along Hillsboro Road just northwest of the city of Franklin, then moved rapidly east-northeast across the Cool Springs and Brentwood areas of northern Williamson County before lifting just west of the Davidson County line.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

85 mph · June 19, 2019

Numerous trees were snapped and uprooted, power poles were blown down, and minor roof and exterior damage occurred to some homes, businesses, and other buildings including Summit High School. Winds were estimated at mainly 60 to 70 mph with pockets of higher winds reaching 80 to 85 mph.

What it means for emergency roof repair

The storm record for Williamson County includes a 85-mph thunderstorm gust and a EF1 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 Franklin

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

That typical price is about 1.5% of the median Franklin home value ($646,300).

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

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Roofers in Franklin, TN

29 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 Franklin: questions

How do I find a emergency roof repair company in Franklin?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Franklin, TN. 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 Franklin?
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 Franklin?
29 roofers are listed for Franklin: 29 based in town and 29 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 Franklin?
May is the worst month: 47% of the 105 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from March to July. Book the inspection before March, while crews still have open dates.
How big does hail get near Franklin?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Franklin measured 3 inches, about the size of a teacup. Hail of an inch or more fell on 23 days in the same record. The biggest day was May 20, 2025, with 25 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 Franklin?
The Census Bureau counts 23 roofing companies with payroll in Williamson County, employing about 106 people. 69.6% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $48,120 a year (BLS).
How long does a Tennessee insurer have to answer a roof claim?
Tennessee sets time limits in writing. For example, the insurer must acknowledge receipt of your claim within 30 calendar days (Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.07(1)). The full list and a date calculator are on our Tennessee claim-deadlines page: pickaroofer.com/claim-deadlines/tn.
How old are the homes in Franklin, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Franklin was built in 2001, and 12.7% 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 62 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
What qualifies as a roofing emergency in Franklin?
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 Franklin?
Emergency tarping to stop active leaks runs $200 to $600 for most Franklin 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 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.