Monroe, LA · Storm Damage Repair

Storm Damage Roof Repair in Monroe, Louisiana

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Short answer: After hail or wind damage in Monroe, photograph the roof and book an inspection before you call the insurer: coverage and reporting deadlines depend on your policy and circumstances. This is general information; check your policy and contact your insurer promptly. In Monroe: 20 days with hail 1 inch or larger, 2014–June 2026. Ask any roofer for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

  • 20days with hail 1 inch or larger, 2014–June 2026
  • 2.5 inlargest hailstone reported
  • 10tornadoes in the county, 2014–2026 (strongest EF3)
  • 1971median year homes were built

How much life is left in my Monroe roof?

Typical lifespans are published ranges for each material; for a Monroe house, real life also depends on installation, attic ventilation and the weather Monroe gets.

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Tornado-capable wind can lift ridge caps, peel field shingles, and compromise decking fasteners in Monroe — damage that may not be visible from the ground until water follows. Homeowners policies typically cover sudden hail and wind events in a high-risk area like Monroe, but insurers expect a claim within a year of the event — get a contractor to document damage before it weathers away.

Monroe in numbers

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

  • #10of 209Monroe ranks #10 of the 209 cities we cover for yearly rainfall.

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2018 to 2026* 1 2018 4 2019 4 2020 7 2021 3 2022 11 2023 1 2024 9 2025 3 2026*
Hail events per year in the county, 2018 to 2026*
20181
20194
20204
20217
20223
202311
20241
20259
2026*3

43 recorded events across 8 full years plus 2026 to June represented in the data, about 5.0 per represented full year. 2023 had the most events among represented full years: 11.

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 2018–2026*

Costliest storm day on record

Apr 12, 2020

8 reports that day (3 hail, 3 tornado, 2 wind); reported property damage $250,775,000; county FIPS 22073, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Monroe

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 1 Jan 1 Feb 7 Mar 21 Apr 10 May 2 Jun 1 Jul 0 Aug 0 Sep 0 Oct 1 Nov 12 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan1
Feb1
Mar7
Apr21
May10
Jun2
Jul1
Aug0
Sep0
Oct0
Nov1
Dec12

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 Monroe

  • 15 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 155 people; 53% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $48,450 a year (Monroe, LA Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Monroe storm record: Ouachita Parish

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

  • 1785Founded
  • 72 ft (22 m)Elevation

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  • 361 to 1.74 in
  • 111.75 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.

47 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
December 9, 2023 2.5 in, about the size of a tennis ball 9 Phillips
March 18, 2016 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 5 Lock Arbor
June 8, 2014 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 1 Deshard
“Hen egg to tennis ball size hail was reported in the Thatcher Point subdivision south of Sterlington.”
National Weather Service report, December 9, 2023
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

April 22, 2025

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 7 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF3 · April 12, 2020

It stayed on the ground for 8.01 miles and was up to 300 yards wide. An EF-3 tornado with estimated maximum winds near 140 mph touched down at the corner of Fern Street and Brown Street in the Brownsville-Bawcomville community.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

96 mph · May 6, 2025

An intense bowing squall line of thunderstorms raced eastward at around 60 mph across the southern portion of Ouachita Parish Louisiana, producing widespread damaging wind gusts of 60 to 90+ mph with isolated peak gusts estimated to be up to 95 mph.

What it means for storm damage repair

In 2014–2026, NOAA logged 7 days with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Ouachita Parish. After a day like that, photograph the roof before anyone tarps it and keep the date: insurers ask for it.

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

What it costs in Monroe

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

That typical price is about 5.7% of the median Monroe home value ($174,800).

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

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What Monroe's climate means for storm damage repair

  • Tornado-force wind around Monroe lifts ridge caps and peels field shingles; a contractor should scope decking and fastener pull-through, not just the surface.
  • Ice-dam leaks in Monroe surface as ceiling stains near the eaves; these are storm-related water claims worth documenting separately from ordinary wear.

Roofers in Monroe, LA

24 listed, first 20 shown. Roofers we verified against a public registry come first.

This list covers roofing companies generally. Confirm storm damage repair experience, materials, insurance and current availability with each company. A Verified badge refers to the registry check, not a confirmed specialty.

Storm Damage Repair in Monroe: questions

How do I find a storm damage repair company in Monroe?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Monroe, LA. This is a general roofing directory; confirm storm damage 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 storm damage repair in Monroe?
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 big does hail get near Monroe?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Monroe measured 2.5 inches, about the size of a tennis ball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 20 days in the same record. The biggest day was December 9, 2023, with 9 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 long does a Louisiana insurer have to answer a roof claim?
Louisiana sets time limits in writing. For example, the insurer must start adjusting the loss after you report it within 14 days (La. R.S. 22:1892(A)(3)). The full list and a date calculator are on our Louisiana claim-deadlines page: pickaroofer.com/claim-deadlines/la.
When is hail season in Monroe?
April is the worst month: 38% of the 56 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.
What does roofing cost in Monroe?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model asphalt-shingle re-roof at $6,160 to $13,640 in Monroe, around $9,900 in the middle. That is about 5.7% of the median home value of $174,800. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
How many roofing companies work around Monroe?
The Census Bureau counts 15 roofing companies with payroll in Ouachita Parish, employing about 155 people. 53.3% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $48,450 a year (BLS).
How do I assess roof damage after tornado-force wind near Monroe?
Wind strong enough to lift ridge caps can also compromise decking fasteners — the roof may look mostly intact from the ground while pull-through nails have lost hold underneath. A contractor should scope decking integrity and fastener depth in addition to missing shingles and dented metal. In Monroe, document everything before any cleanup: photos of the damage pattern, affected streets, and weather-service storm reports all support an insurance claim.
How quickly can storm damage be repaired in Monroe?
Timing for emergency tarping to stop active water intrusion depends on crew availability and weather, so ask when a contractor calls. Full storm-damage repair — tear-off, decking assessment, new shingles or panels — typically takes one to three days once materials are sourced. After a major regional storm event, expect scheduling delays of one to three weeks as local contractor capacity fills up. PickARoofer sends your request to a contractor serving your area, who contacts you directly.
Do I need a permit for storm damage repair in Louisiana?
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.

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.