Oak Ridge roof storm damage, hail and roofers
Storm history within 12 miles of Oak Ridge, live alerts for Anderson County, and who to call for permits, licenses and repairs.
How often do storms damage roofs in Oak Ridge?
Short answer: Within 12 miles of Oak Ridge, the Storm Prediction Center log shows 8 hail, 12 damaging wind and 0 tornado reports since January 2025, as of November 2, 2026.
Oak Ridge was built in the 1940s for the Manhattan Project, and many of its original 'cemesto' and wood-frame homes are still lived in. Roof age and layers matter when an insurer decides between actual cash value and replacement cost.
Weather alerts for Anderson County
No active weather alerts for the area right now. Storm center
Storm reports near Oak Ridge
From the NOAA Storm Prediction Center's filtered storm reports, within 12 miles of Oak Ridge. Times are Eastern.
| When | Type | Where | Report notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wind wind damage | 5 ENE Oliver Springs Anderson County | Anderson Co dispatch reporting a few trees down along Oliver Springs Highway. Time estimated by radar. | |
| Wind wind damage | 3 SW Powell Knox County | Automated email from dispatch. Tree down blocking entire road at Weaver Rd and Meredith Rd. | |
| Wind wind damage | 2 E Oliver Springs Anderson County | Several trees down. | |
| Hail 1.00" hail | 2 WNW Clinton Anderson County | Two separate Facebook reports of large hail in Clinton... no ruler or measurement but both look to be at least quarter sized. | |
| Wind wind damage | 4 W Clinton Anderson County | Large tree branch down on Shetterly Road in Clinton. | |
| Wind wind damage | 4 NNE Oak Ridge Anderson County | Several reports of trees down across Oak Ridge with Facebook pictures of multiple trees down. Multiple trees are on houses. Small hail also occurred during the strong w |
Who to contact in Oak Ridge
- Forecast office: NWS Morristown, TN issues warnings for Anderson County. NWS point forecast for Oak Ridge.
- Permits: most re-roofs need a building permit from the local building office. Start at the Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge
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Common questions in Oak Ridge
Has hail hit Oak Ridge recently?
The Storm Prediction Center log on this page shows 8 hail reports of one inch or larger within 12 miles of Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge?
Thunderstorm wind and falling trees: the log shows 12 damaging wind reports and 0 tornado reports 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 Oak Ridge?
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 Oak Ridge?
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.