Emergency Roof Repair in Joplin, Missouri

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

Short answer: For an active leak in Joplin, call a listed roofer directly and ask about emergency tarping; confirm its availability and price, since this directory does not guarantee arrival times. In Joplin: 76 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. In Missouri, the insurer has to acknowledge a claim within 10 working days (20 CSR 100-1.030(1)(A)), 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 Missouri: No statewide license; check local rules. 29 of the 29 roofers listed for Joplin are based in town; 29 are within 25 miles.

Where the roofers who cover Joplin are based

29 roofers are listed for Joplin. 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 Joplin

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

Closest base towns

TownMilesRoofers
Joplin, MOin town29

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

After tornado-force wind near Joplin, 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.

Joplin in numbers

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

  • #38of 209Joplin ranks #38 of the 209 cities we cover for hail days of 1 inch or more.
  • #43of 209Joplin ranks #43 of the 209 cities we cover for damaging thunderstorm-wind days.
  • #166of 209Joplin ranks #166 of the 209 cities we cover for median home value (low end).
  • #45of 209Joplin ranks #45 of the 209 cities we cover for largest hailstone on record.

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2026* 34 2017 7 2018 6 2019 7 2020 2 2021 6 2022 2 2023 5 2024 11 2025 4 2026*
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2026*
201734
20187
20196
20207
20212
20226
20232
20245
202511
2026*4

84 recorded events across 9 full years plus 2026 to June represented in the data, about 8.9 per represented full year. 2017 had the most events among represented full years: 34.

2026 covers only January to June: NOAA's file ends there, so it is not counted as the worst year or in the yearly average.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2017–2026*

Costliest storm day on record

May 22, 2019

4 reports that day (3 tornado, 1 wind); reported property damage $5,525,000; county FIPS 29097, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Joplin

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 40 Mar 29 Apr 22 May 2 Jun 0 Jul 3 Aug 2 Sep 3 Oct 1 Nov 1 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar40
Apr29
May22
Jun2
Jul0
Aug3
Sep2
Oct3
Nov1
Dec1

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

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

Roofing trade around Joplin

  • 10 roofing companies with payroll in the county; 70% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $39,170 a year (Joplin, MO-KS Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Joplin storm record: Jasper County

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

  • 1873Founded
  • 1,004 ft (306 m)Elevation

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  • 571 to 1.74 in
  • 171.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 52.75 in and up, baseball

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

79 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 3 in, about the size of a teacup 20 Jasper
May 3, 2020 2.75 in, about the size of a baseball 1 Waco · $2 million damage
May 27, 2017 2.5 in, about the size of a tennis ball 9 Carthage
“Severe thunderstorms moved out of southeastern Kansas and produced a swath of hail across Jasper County from Waco to Avilla. Hail from quarter to baseball in size were reported along the path of the storms. In Waco, as the storm entered Missouri, half dollar hail was reported.”
National Weather Service report, May 3, 2020
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

April 29, 2025

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 10 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF3 · May 22, 2019

It stayed on the ground for 8.77 miles and was up to 440 yards wide. A National Weather Service storm survey determined that a tornado touched down north of Galena in Cherokee County, Kansas and moved quickly across the Missouri state line along SE 118th Street.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

100 mph · April 1, 2024

A NWS storm survey found that straight line winds caused significant roof damage to several businesses in downtown Carthage. Peak winds were estimated to be 100 mph.

What it means for emergency roof repair

The storm record for Jasper County includes a 100-mph thunderstorm gust and a EF3 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 Joplin

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

That typical price is about 6.2% of the median Joplin home value ($159,700).

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

Full Joplin cost guide by material →

What Joplin's climate means for emergency roof repair

  • After tornado-force wind in Joplin, treat any exposed decking as urgent — overnight rain into an open roof multiplies the loss tenfold.
  • A severe Joplin hail event can puncture a roof outright; if you see daylight or active dripping, emergency patching can't wait on an insurance timeline.

Roofers in Joplin, MO

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 Joplin: questions

How do I find a emergency roof repair company in Joplin?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Joplin, MO. 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 Joplin?
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 Joplin?
29 roofers are listed for Joplin: 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 Joplin?
March is the worst month: 39% of the 103 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from March to May. Book the inspection before March, while crews still have open dates.
How big does hail get near Joplin?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Joplin measured 3 inches, about the size of a teacup. Hail of an inch or more fell on 38 days in the same record. The biggest day was March 9, 2017, with 20 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 Joplin?
The Census Bureau counts 10 roofing companies with payroll in Jasper County. 70% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $39,170 a year (BLS).
How long does a Missouri insurer have to answer a roof claim?
Missouri sets time limits in writing. For example, the insurer must acknowledge receipt of your claim notice (by payment, written or oral acknowledgment noted in the file) within 10 working days (20 CSR 100-1.030(1)(A)). The full list and a date calculator are on our Missouri claim-deadlines page: pickaroofer.com/claim-deadlines/mo.
How old are the homes in Joplin, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Joplin was built in 1984, and 46.9% 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 76 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
Is tornado roof damage covered by insurance in Joplin?
Yes, tornado and wind damage is covered under the dwelling portion of standard homeowner policies in Joplin. 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 Joplin-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 Joplin?
Emergency tarping to stop active leaks runs $200 to $600 for most Joplin 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 Missouri?
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.