Emergency Roof Repair in Jackson, Tennessee

Active leak or storm damage? Send one request and a local roofer is notified by email. 25 local roofers listed, 4 verified.

Short answer: For an active leak in Jackson, call a listed roofer directly and ask about emergency tarping; confirm its availability and price, since this directory does not guarantee arrival times. In Jackson: 36 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. 25 of the 25 roofers listed for Jackson are based in town; 25 are within 25 miles.

Where the roofers who cover Jackson are based

25 roofers are listed for Jackson. 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 Jackson

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

Closest base towns

TownMilesRoofers
Jackson, TNin town25

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

After tornado-force wind near Jackson, exposed decking is a true emergency: even a few hours of rain into an open roof multiplies damage tenfold, and structural fasteners need a professional eye before temporary coverings go on. 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.

Jackson in numbers

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

  • #21of 209Jackson ranks #21 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 10 2017 3 2018 2 2019 5 2020 4 2021 3 2022 4 2023 4 2024 12 2025
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025
201710
20183
20192
20205
20214
20223
20234
20244
202512

47 recorded events across 9 years represented in the data, about 5.2 per represented full year. 2025 had the most events among represented full years: 12.

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

Costliest storm day on record

Mar 30, 2022

10 reports that day (8 wind, 2 tornado); reported property damage $930,000; county FIPS 47113, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Jackson

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 15 Mar 16 Apr 12 May 0 Jun 4 Jul 0 Aug 0 Sep 2 Oct 0 Nov 5 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar15
Apr16
May12
Jun0
Jul4
Aug0
Sep0
Oct2
Nov0
Dec5

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

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

Roofing trade around Jackson

  • 5 roofing companies with payroll in the county; 80% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $45,690 a year (Tennessee).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Jackson storm record: Madison County

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

  • 1821Founded
  • 410 ft (125 m)Elevation

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

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  • 371 to 1.74 in
  • 61.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 02.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 2.5 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

43 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 9, 2017 2.5 in, about the size of a tennis ball 4 Oakfield
March 27, 2021 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 4 Beech Bluff
December 28, 2016 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 3 Jackson
“Numerous thunderstorms resulted in heavy rain near the Tennessee/Mississippi line and some flash flooding along with an isolated damaging wind report.”
National Weather Service report, March 27, 2021
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

April 3, 2025

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 · May 26, 2024

It stayed on the ground for 8.68 miles and was up to 550 yards wide. This tornado began in far southern Madison County along Sanderson Road where several trees were uprooted. The tornado continued eastward along Hailey Road where numerous trees were uprooted or snapped.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

81 mph · March 30, 2022

Straight-line winds damaged an outbuilding on Neely Station Road and knocked trees down. A school and the Madison County Sheriff's office suffered roof damage.

What it means for emergency roof repair

The storm record for Madison County includes a 81-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 Jackson

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

That typical price is about 5.0% of the median Jackson home value ($195,000).

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

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What Jackson's climate means for emergency roof repair

  • After tornado-force wind in Jackson, treat any exposed decking as urgent — overnight rain into an open roof multiplies the loss tenfold.

Roofers in Jackson, TN

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 Jackson: questions

How do I find a emergency roof repair company in Jackson?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Jackson, 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 Jackson?
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 Jackson?
25 roofers are listed for Jackson: 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 Jackson?
April is the worst month: 30% of the 54 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from March to December. Book the inspection before March, while crews still have open dates.
How big does hail get near Jackson?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Jackson measured 2.5 inches, about the size of a tennis ball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 22 days in the same record. The biggest day was March 9, 2017, with 4 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 Jackson?
The Census Bureau counts 5 roofing companies with payroll in Madison County. 80% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $45,690 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 Jackson, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Jackson was built in 1983, and 45.8% 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 59 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
Is tornado roof damage covered by insurance in Jackson?
Yes, tornado and wind damage is covered under the dwelling portion of standard homeowner policies in Jackson. Document with photos before any cleanup, file promptly, and request a contractor who can meet your adjuster on-site — tornado damage to decking fasteners and structural connections is often undercounted in an adjuster's surface assessment. Some Jackson-area insurers apply a separate wind-and-hail deductible rather than your standard deductible — check your declarations page before assuming what you will pay out of pocket.
What does emergency roof repair cost in Jackson?
Emergency tarping to stop active leaks runs $200 to $600 for most Jackson 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.