Roofers in Kingsport, Tennessee

21 roofing companies are listed for Kingsport, and 4 of them are verified against a public registry. Your request goes to one roofer, not five.

Short answer: To find a roofer near you in Kingsport, TN, start with the 4 below whose license we matched on Tennessee license lookup (verify.tn.gov); they are listed first. A standard asphalt re-roof on a 2,000 sq ft Kingsport home runs $6,090–$13,485 at the local 0.87× cost index, and a metal roof $14,790–$34,800. NOAA's storm record for the county shows hail up to 2.75 in., so get an inspection after a big storm before you accept a quote.

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A new asphalt roof in Kingsport runs $6,090 to $13,485

Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, at Kingsport prices. Source and share of home value below.

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Roofers in Kingsport, TN

21 listed. Roofers we verified against a public registry come first.

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Who you can hire in Kingsport

A phone number and a star rating say little about a roofer. These counts show what is on file.

The Kingsport roster, checked

  • Listed21
  • Licence number on file4
  • Matched in the state registry4

4 of 21 listed firms have a licence number on file (19%). 4 were matched in the official state registry, which is what the Verified badge means; 101 of the 206 cities in the directory have at least one firm matched so far. A number on file is not a check: how verification works.

Source: PickARoofer contractor registry · data as of 2026-10-01

Roofers at work around Kingsport

90 roofers

The Bureau of Labor Statistics counts about 90 people working as roofers in the Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA Metro Area, 4.3% of the 2,110 in Tennessee.

That counts workers, not companies, and it includes crews who work for a single firm. It is the size of the local trade, not a list of who to call.

Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Where the roofers for Kingsport are based

Every listed firm is based in Kingsport; the ring is the 25-mile radius we use to match hail reports to the city.

Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Hail: NOAA Storm Prediction Center local storm reports. Towns: our roster, Kingsport ring = 25 miles.

Listed roofers by home town

Roofers listed for Kingsport by the town they are based in
Based inMiles awayListedChecked
Kingsport, TNin town214

Nearby city pages

The Storm Prediction Center logged no hail reports within 25 miles in the last 90 days.

Kingsport in numbers

Source under each figure.

  • #158of 209Hail days of 1 inch or more (low end): Kingsport ranks #158 of 209.

Roofing trade around Kingsport

  • 13 county firms with payroll, about 92 workers; 46% under 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $39,720 a year (Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

When hail hits Kingsport

Sullivan County, 2014 to 2024: NOAA hail reports.

Reports by month

Jan: 0 reports Jan Feb: 0 reports Feb Mar: 2 reports 2 Mar Apr: 0 reports Apr May: 7 reports 7 May Jun: 1 reports 1 Jun Jul: 2 reports 2 Jul Aug: 0 reports Aug Sep: 2 reports 2 Sep Oct: 0 reports Oct Nov: 0 reports Nov Dec: 0 reports Dec

May is the heaviest month in Sullivan County: 7 of 14 hail reports (50%). May to July is the busiest three-month run, at 71%.

Worst full year: 2022, with 6 reports and a top stone of 1.5 in; 3.4x the 2-report mean.

1 day of 1.75-inch hail or larger, across 1 of 8 full years; last one 2014.

Days with 1.75 in hail or larger, by year

Days per year with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Sullivan County 1 2014 0 2017 0 2018 0 2020 0 2021 0 2022 0 2023 0 2024
Days per year with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Sullivan County
20141
20170
20180
20200
20210
20220
20230
20240

Year by year

Hail in Sullivan County by year: reports, days with hail of 1 inch or more, days with 1.75 inch or more, largest stone
YearReportsDays 1″+Days 1.75″+Largest
20142112.75″
20171101″
20181101″
20201101″
20211101″
2022 (worst full year)6301.5″
20231101″
20241101″

Shaded: worst full year.

Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014 to 2024

Kingsport storm record: Sullivan County

NWS reports for Sullivan County, 2014–2026.

  • 1822Founded
  • 1,211 ft (369 m)Elevation

Reported hail locations, Sullivan County

1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1 in hail1.25 in hail1.5 in hail1.5 in hail1.5 in hail1.75 in hail2.75 in hail Kingsport
  • 121 to 1.74 in
  • 11.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 12.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 2.75 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

14 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
July 27, 2014 2.75 in, about the size of a baseball 2 Springdale
May 19, 2022 1.5 in, about the size of a ping-pong ball 4 Lynn Garden
May 6, 2022 1.25 in, about the size of a half dollar 1 Bridwell Hgts
“Several rounds of thunderstorms brought large hail and some damaging wind gusts to portions of northeast Tennessee, starting in the late evening hours of May 18 and continuing through the afternoon of May 19. Most of the reports were of large hail, with the largest being the size of a hen egg.”
National Weather Service report, May 19, 2022
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last hail of 1.75 in or more

July 27, 2014

1 day like it since 2014.

Strongest tornado

EF1 · July 27, 2014

It stayed on the ground for 0.5 miles and was up to 50 yards wide. An EF1 tornado occurred approximately three miles west southwest of Colonial Heights. The tornado had estimated winds of 110 mph with a path length of 0.5 miles and a width of 50 yards. One house was heavily damaged and a few other houses and barns had some damage.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

81 mph · July 27, 2014

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

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Sullivan County fact sheet for Kingsport homeowners

Housing age, federal disaster declarations and your state's claim deadlines in one place. All three come from public records, county level.

How old are the roofs? Homes in Sullivan County by decade built

Share of Sullivan County homes by decade built, percent 6.8% pre-1940 7.7% 1940s 13.2% 1950s 12.3% 1960s 15.4% 1970s 12.0% 1980s 15.0% 1990s 10.7% 2000s 6.4% 2010s 0.4% 2020+
Share of Sullivan County homes by decade built, percent
pre-19406.8%
1940s7.7%
1950s13.2%
1960s12.3%
1970s15.4%
1980s12.0%
1990s15.0%
2000s10.7%
2010s6.4%
2020+0.4%

75,917 homes, median built in 1976. 55.5% date from before 1980 and 6.8% from 2010 on; 72.9% are owner-occupied. The most common decade is the 1970s.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey · data as of ACS 5-year

Insurance claim clocks in Tennessee

WhoWhat has to happenTime limitStatute
InsurerAcknowledge receipt of your claim30 calendar daysTenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.07(1)
InsurerTell you whether the claim is accepted or denied60 calendar daysTenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.08(1)
InsurerPay the part of the claim that is agreed and not in dispute30 calendar daysTenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.08(6)

All Tennessee claim deadlines and what starts each clock →

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Roofing services in Kingsport

One page per job, each opening with a Kingsport figure.

  • Roof Repair

    Median home built 1974; 77 freeze-thaw days a year, so cracks reopen.

  • Storm Damage Repair

    Top stone 2.75 in, 10 days of 1 in+ hail; dents metal, cracks tile.

  • Emergency Roof Repair

    50 days at 58+ mph, top gust 81 mph; ask crews about same-day tarping.

  • Roof Inspection

    58.1% of homes predate 1980; 62.2% are owner-occupied, so check old flashing first.

  • Metal Roofing

    Median home $203,000; golf-ball hail on 1 days, so style and cost lead.

  • Flat Roof

    Ponding risk: 4.7 days a year with 1 in of rain, 46.7 in a year in total.

  • Commercial Roofing

    33% of units are multi-unit; 13 roofing firms with payroll in the county.

What a new roof costs in Kingsport

Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, at Kingsport prices.

That typical price is about 4.8% of the median Kingsport home value ($203,000).

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

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Roofing in Kingsport: local conditions

Kingsport sits in the Appalachian valley of northeast Tennessee and faces a full range of roofing stresses. The record high of 104 F drives UV degradation and thermal expansion on dark shingles, while the record low of -18 F in January creates severe freeze-thaw cycling that forces water into micro-cracks and pops granules loose. Average annual snowfall of 5.1 inches is modest but ice dams are a real risk during thaw-refreeze cycles. Annual precipitation of 45.03 inches spreads across all seasons, sustaining mold and moss growth on north-facing slopes. Contractors must specify products rated for both deep-cold brittleness and sustained summer heat.

Kingsport had a 2020 census population of 55,442. The economy anchors on heavy industry: Eastman Chemical Company (6,500 employees), Partner Industrial (2,000), Ballad Health Holston Valley Hospital (1,355), and BAE Systems (948). Large industrial facilities, mid-century mill-era housing, and steady workforce housing demand create a durable roofing market. Institutional and commercial re-roofing alongside residential replacement keeps the contractor pipeline active year-round.

Roofing in Kingsport: questions

How much does roof replacement cost in Kingsport, TN?
$6,090 to $13,485 for asphalt shingles on a 2,000 sq ft house in Kingsport, typically $9,800, after a 0.87× local index. That is 4.8% of a $203,000 median home.
How do I find a reliable roofer in Kingsport?
21 roofers are listed for Kingsport, 4 checked against the state registry. The Census counts 13 roofing firms with payroll in the county. A roofer's median pay is $39,720 a year.
How long does a roof replacement take in Kingsport?
A Kingsport asphalt re-roof takes 1 to 3 days. Storm weeks in Kingsport can affect scheduling; confirm timing with the contractor.
When is the best time to replace a roof in Kingsport?
May is the busiest hail month in Kingsport, 50% of the county's 14 hail reports. Reports run March to September. Booking before it gives Kingsport homeowners open crew dates.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Kingsport, TN?
Tennessee jurisdictions require one for a re-roof. In Kingsport, ask the city building office; your Kingsport contractor pulls it.
Will homeowners insurance cover roof damage in Kingsport?
Insurance in Kingsport covers sudden damage from hail, wind or a fallen tree, not age or wear. NOAA lists 12 county hail reports in 7 years. File within a year of the storm.
How do I spot hail damage on a Kingsport roof?
Kingsport's county logged 10 days with hail of 1 inch or larger, the largest 2.75 inches. After one, check gutters for granules, dented vents and lifted shingles; a Kingsport roofer can document it for a claim.
What are the main weather stressors for roofs in Kingsport, TN?
Kingsport sits in the Appalachian valley of northeast Tennessee and faces a full range of roofing stresses.
Does TN require roofing contractors to be licensed?
Tennessee contractor license required for jobs of $25,000 or more; some counties require a home improvement license from $3,000. This means you can verify a contractor's license before signing any contract — ask for their license number and check it with the relevant state board. Beyond state licensing, always confirm the contractor carries general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage specifically for roofing work. An uninsured crew working on your roof creates personal liability exposure that homeowners often overlook. Written contracts specifying materials, labor warranty terms, and cleanup responsibilities are standard practice for reputable Kingsport contractors.
Are impact-resistant shingles worth the cost in Kingsport, TN?
Possibly. With 4 hail days per year and a medium storm profile, Class 3 or Class 4 impact-resistant shingles make economic sense in Kingsport. The 10–20% price premium at installation is often offset over a 20-year period by fewer borderline-damage events that would otherwise require out-of-pocket repairs under a high deductible. Some TN carriers also offer modest premium reductions for Class 4 roofs — worth asking about at renewal.

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