Emergency Roof Repair in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Active leak or storm damage? Send one request and a local roofer is notified by email. 28 local roofers listed, 8 verified.

Short answer: For an active leak in Winston-Salem, call a listed roofer directly and ask about emergency tarping; confirm its availability and price, since this directory does not guarantee arrival times. In Winston-Salem: 88 days with 58+ mph thunderstorm wind. 8 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 North Carolina, the insurer has to acknowledge a claim within 30 days (NC Dept. of Insurance, Homeowners FAQ), 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 North Carolina: NC Licensing Board for General Contractors license required for projects of $40,000 or more. 28 of the 28 roofers listed for Winston-Salem are based in town; 28 are within 25 miles.

Where the roofers who cover Winston-Salem are based

28 roofers are listed for Winston-Salem. 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 Winston-Salem

Base town isRoofers
Within 10 miles28
10 to 25 miles0
25 to 50 miles0
Farther than 50 miles0

Closest base towns

TownMilesRoofers
Winston-Salem, NCin town28

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

Roofing emergencies in Winston-Salem most often follow severe thunderstorms: a large branch on the roof, an active interior leak, or sections of shingles blown free all warrant same-day contractor contact to prevent compounding water damage. 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.

Winston-Salem in numbers

Public records for Winston-Salem and its county, not estimates. Each figure shows its source.

  • #23of 209Winston-Salem ranks #23 of the 209 cities we cover for damaging thunderstorm-wind days.
  • #169of 209Winston-Salem ranks #169 of the 209 cities we cover for largest hailstone on record (low end).

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2023 2 2017 1 2018 2 2019 1 2021 3 2022 5 2023
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2023
20172
20181
20192
20211
20223
20235

14 recorded events across 6 years represented in the data. 2023 had the most events among represented full years: 5.

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

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2017–2023

Costliest storm day on record

Jul 23, 2020

3 reports that day (3 wind); reported property damage $80,000; county FIPS 37067, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Winston-Salem

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 0 Mar 5 Apr 7 May 9 Jun 1 Jul 0 Aug 1 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar0
Apr5
May7
Jun9
Jul1
Aug0
Sep1
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

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

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

Roofing trade around Winston-Salem

  • 40 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 358 people; 65% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $49,280 a year (Winston-Salem, NC Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Winston-Salem storm record: Forsyth County

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

  • 1766Founded
  • 984 ft (300 m)Elevation
  • Joseph WinstonNamed after

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

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  • 171 to 1.74 in
  • 21.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 02.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 1.75 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

19 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 2, 2016 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 2 Hanes
May 12, 2016 1.75 in, about the size of a golf ball 1 Cityview
June 26, 2023 1.25 in, about the size of a half dollar 3 Clemmons Station
“Hail up the the size of golf balls fell near Winston-Salem State University.”
National Weather Service report, May 12, 2016
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

May 12, 2016

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 2 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

62 mph · July 12, 2025

The automated weather station at the Winston Salem airport measured a 62 mph wind gust.

What it means for emergency roof repair

The storm record for Forsyth County includes a 62-mph thunderstorm gust. 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 Winston-Salem

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

That typical price is about 4.9% of the median Winston-Salem home value ($208,200).

Source: Census ACS (Winston-Salem city) · data as of 2019–2023

Full Winston-Salem cost guide by material →

Roofers in Winston-Salem, NC

28 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 Winston-Salem: questions

How do I find a emergency roof repair company in Winston-Salem?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Winston-Salem, NC. 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 Winston-Salem?
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 Winston-Salem?
28 roofers are listed for Winston-Salem: 28 based in town and 28 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 Winston-Salem?
June is the worst month: 39% of the 23 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from April to September. Book the inspection before April, while crews still have open dates.
How big does hail get near Winston-Salem?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Winston-Salem measured 1.75 inches, about the size of a golf ball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 14 days in the same record. The biggest day was May 2, 2016, with 2 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 Winston-Salem?
The Census Bureau counts 40 roofing companies with payroll in Forsyth County, employing about 358 people. 65% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $49,280 a year (BLS).
How long does a North Carolina insurer have to answer a roof claim?
North Carolina sets time limits in writing. For example, the insurer must acknowledge receipt of your claim within 30 days (NC Dept. of Insurance, Homeowners FAQ). The full list and a date calculator are on our North Carolina claim-deadlines page: pickaroofer.com/claim-deadlines/nc.
How old are the homes in Winston-Salem, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Winston-Salem was built in 1980, and 49.5% 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 66 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
What qualifies as a roofing emergency in Winston-Salem?
True roofing emergencies involve active water entering living spaces — especially near electrical — large sections of missing shingles or membrane after a storm, visible structural damage such as sagging decking, a fallen tree or large branch on the roof, or any situation where interior damage is actively worsening. When in doubt, call: water damage compounds rapidly and repairs that cost hundreds of dollars addressed same-day can cost thousands if left overnight into framing and insulation.
What does emergency roof repair cost in Winston-Salem?
Emergency tarping to stop active leaks runs $200 to $600 for most Winston-Salem 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 North Carolina?
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.