Loudon roof storm damage, hail and roofers
Storm history within 12 miles of Loudon, live alerts for Loudon County, and who to call for permits, licenses and repairs.
How often do storms damage roofs in Loudon?
Short answer: Within 12 miles of Loudon, the Storm Prediction Center log shows 3 hail, 9 damaging wind and 1 tornado reports since January 2025, as of November 2, 2026.
The city of Loudon is the Loudon County seat, on the Tennessee River.
Weather alerts for Loudon County
No active weather alerts for the area right now. Storm center
Storm reports near Loudon
From the NOAA Storm Prediction Center's filtered storm reports, within 12 miles of Loudon. Times are Eastern.
| When | Type | Where | Report notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wind wind damage | 1 S Lenoir City Loudon County | Loudon County dispatch report of tree down along West Broadway and North I St. | |
| Wind wind damage | Lenoir City Loudon County | Viewer photo of a large tree down on a metal fence around 3:00 p.m. | |
| Wind wind damage | 2 NNE Loudon Loudon County | Trees and power lines down. | |
| Wind wind damage | 1 NW Friendsville Blount County | Delayed report: Facebook report of downed trees... powerlines... and a damaged carport in the area of Disco Loop Road and Lake Court in Friendsville. |
Who to contact in Loudon
- Forecast office: NWS Morristown, TN issues warnings for Loudon County. NWS point forecast for Loudon.
- Permits: most re-roofs need a building permit from the local building office. Start at the Loudon local government website.
- Licenses: In Tennessee, a contractor license from the Board for Licensing Contractors is required for projects of $25,000 or more, including labor and materials. In Knox County (one of nine counties that adopted the law), residential remodeling and repair jobs, roofing included, from $3,000 to $24,999 also require a state Home Improvement license, which requires a $10,000 bond and proof of liability and workers' compensation insurance. Blount, Anderson, Sevier and Loudon counties have not adopted the Home Improvement law, so for smaller jobs there, ask for proof of insurance and check the local permit office. You can check any state license at verify.tn.gov. License lookup.
- Insurance questions: Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, 615-741-2241.
Roofers based in or near Loudon
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Common questions in Loudon
Has hail hit Loudon recently?
The Storm Prediction Center log on this page shows 3 hail reports of one inch or larger within 12 miles of Loudon since January 2025 (as of November 2, 2026). Hail smaller than an inch, and hail nobody reported, does not show up, so check your own roof and gutters after any hail.
What causes most storm roof damage around Loudon?
Thunderstorm wind and falling trees: the log shows 9 damaging wind reports and 1 tornado report nearby since January 2025. Wind lifts and creases shingles and brings down limbs. See wind damage and tree on roof.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Loudon?
Most jurisdictions require a building permit for a re-roof. Ask the local building office, and ask your roofer to pull the permit in their name.
How do I check a roofer working in Loudon?
In Tennessee, a contractor license from the Board for Licensing Contractors is required for projects of $25,000 or more, including labor and materials. In Knox County (one of nine counties that adopted the law), residential remodeling and repair jobs, roofing included, from $3,000 to $24,999 also require a state Home Improvement license, which requires a $10,000 bond and proof of liability and workers' compensation insurance. Blount, Anderson, Sevier and Loudon counties have not adopted the Home Improvement law, so for smaller jobs there, ask for proof of insurance and check the local permit office. You can check any state license at verify.tn.gov. License lookup.