Emergency Roof Repair in Gulfport, Mississippi

Active leak or storm damage? Send one request and a local roofer is notified by email. 17 local roofers listed, 5 verified.

Short answer: For an active leak in Gulfport, call a listed roofer directly and ask about emergency tarping; confirm its availability and price, since this directory does not guarantee arrival times. In Gulfport: 40 days with 58+ mph thunderstorm wind. 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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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 Mississippi: State contractor license required for jobs over $10,000. 17 of the 17 roofers listed for Gulfport are based in town; 17 are within 25 miles.

Where the roofers who cover Gulfport are based

17 roofers are listed for Gulfport. 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 Gulfport

Base town isRoofers
Within 10 miles17
10 to 25 miles0
25 to 50 miles0
Farther than 50 miles0

Closest base towns

TownMilesRoofers
Gulfport, MSin town17

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

When a tropical storm strips sections of a Gulfport roof, emergency tarping within hours stops the wind-driven rain that does most of the interior damage — waiting until morning multiplies water intrusion into walls and insulation. 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.

Gulfport in numbers

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

  • #1of 209Gulfport ranks #1 of the 209 cities we cover for yearly rainfall.
  • #181of 209Gulfport ranks #181 of the 209 cities we cover for freeze-thaw days (low end).

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2024 1 2017 1 2021 10 2022 7 2023 4 2024
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2024
20171
20211
202210
20237
20244

23 recorded events across 5 years represented in the data. 2022 had the most events among represented full years: 10.

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

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2017–2024

Costliest storm day on record

Aug 30, 2021

6 reports that day (6 tornado); reported property damage $500,000; county FIPS 28047, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Gulfport

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 1 Jan 3 Feb 3 Mar 7 Apr 10 May 4 Jun 0 Jul 0 Aug 2 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan1
Feb3
Mar3
Apr7
May10
Jun4
Jul0
Aug0
Sep2
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

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

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

Roofing trade around Gulfport

  • 8 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 101 people; 50% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $44,940 a year (Mississippi).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Gulfport storm record: Harrison County

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

  • 1887Founded
  • 20 ft (6 m)Elevation

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

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  • 231 to 1.74 in
  • 51.75 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.

28 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 15, 2022 2 in, about the size of a hen egg 8 Wool Market
February 23, 2016 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 3 Lyman
March 12, 2023 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 3 Ligana
“A picture from social media showed golf ball sized hail at River Oaks Elementary on Three Rivers Road.”
National Weather Service report, May 15, 2022
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

April 10, 2024

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 4 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF1 · November 1, 2018

It stayed on the ground for 7.22 miles and was up to 150 yards wide. An EF-1 tornado touched down just south of the Mississippi Highway 67 and 605 interchange, snapping trees and blowing down road signs. The tornado continued moving north, crossing Hog Branch and moving into the woods.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

78 mph · June 18, 2026

The Weatherflow mesonet in Gulfport measured a thunderstorm wind gust of 78 mph.

What it means for emergency roof repair

The storm record for Harrison County includes a 78-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 Gulfport

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

That typical price is about 5.3% of the median Gulfport home value ($167,100).

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

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What Gulfport's climate means for emergency roof repair

  • When a Gulfport storm strips a roof, emergency tarping within hours stops the wind-driven rain that does most of the interior damage.

Roofers in Gulfport, MS

17 listed. 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 Gulfport: questions

How do I find a emergency roof repair company in Gulfport?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Gulfport, MS. 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.
Will insurance pay for storm-related emergency roof repair in Gulfport?
Coverage, deductibles and reporting deadlines depend on your policy and circumstances. Document damage safely, contact your insurer promptly and ask for a written repair scope. This directory cannot determine coverage.
How fast can a roofer reach Gulfport?
17 roofers are listed for Gulfport: 17 based in town and 17 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 Gulfport?
May is the worst month: 33% of the 30 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from January to September. Book the inspection before January, while crews still have open dates.
How big does hail get near Gulfport?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Gulfport measured 2 inches, about the size of a hen egg. Hail of an inch or more fell on 14 days in the same record. The biggest day was May 15, 2022, with 8 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 Gulfport?
The Census Bureau counts 8 roofing companies with payroll in Harrison County, employing about 101 people. 50% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $44,940 a year (BLS).
How old are the homes in Gulfport, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Gulfport was built in 1986, and 44.1% 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 11 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
What should I do immediately after a tropical storm damages my Gulfport roof?
First: photograph everything before any cleanup or tarping — the damage pattern, any displaced shingles, dented metal, and water intrusion inside. This documentation anchors your insurance claim. Second: contact a contractor for emergency tarping within hours if there is active water entry — do not wait for morning. Wind-driven rain enters horizontally through any opening and can saturate insulation and framing faster than vertical rain. Availability varies by crew, so ask each contractor how soon they can get on site.
What does emergency roof repair cost in Gulfport?
Emergency tarping to stop active leaks runs $200 to $600 for most Gulfport 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 Mississippi?
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.