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Damaging thunderstorm and straight-line winds are the most frequently reported roof hazard in Golconda. Strong gusts lift and crease shingles, loosen flashing and ridge caps, and let water in at the edges. Look for missing or curled shingles and debris on the ground after a storm.
Report counts are for Pope County, January 2024 to June 2026 (NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database; hail of 1 inch or larger and winds of 58 mph or stronger are tracked individually). They count reports, not damaged roofs.
Delayed report. An anchored single-wide trailer was overturned and partially collapsed by thunderstorm downburst winds on Brier Creek Road. Nearby mature corn rows were also blown down. Thunderstorm winds are estimated to be around 80...
Reported property damage: $75,000
Lightning struck a barn on Mermet Rd, which resulted in a fire that fully engulfed the barn and burned it down.
Reported property damage: $15,000
Straight line wind damage occurred to several trees along Pleasant Grove Rd southwest of Buncombe, following the lifting of a tornado, including trees that snapped or were uprooted.
Reported property damage: $5,000
An EF-1 tornado damaged trees in a 6.78 mile long path across southeast Saline County, Illinois. No structural damage was reported. Estimated peak winds were 88 mph. This was the second tornado to form from the supercell that produced...
Reported property damage: $10,000
An EF-2 tornado (peak of EF-1 in Saline County) began in far southeast Saline County and then tracked eastward, quickly crossing into southern Gallatin County at Forest Road. Tree damage, including an uprooted tree, was observed in...
Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database. Data through Jun 30, 2026. Distances are approximate and measured from the city center.
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Minor repair (leak, flashing, a few shingles) | $350 – $1,500 |
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Metal roof | $15,000 – $35,000 |
| Tile or slate roof | $20,000 – $50,000+ |
| Flat roof (TPO / EPDM), average home | $5,000 – $12,000 |
| Roof inspection or estimate | Free – $400 |
National planning ranges for an average ~2,000 sq ft home, not quotes. Local labor, roof pitch, layers to remove, materials and permits change the price.
For an average 2,000 square foot home, asphalt shingle replacement typically runs about $8,000 to $16,000 across the US, metal $15,000 to $35,000 and tile or slate $20,000 to $50,000 or more. Local labor, roof pitch, tear-off layers, permits and materials move the price, which is why comparing two or three written quotes from companies serving Golconda is worth the few minutes.
As soon as it is safe. Hail and wind damage is often not visible from the ground, and many insurance policies set a deadline to report a claim, commonly one year from the date of loss and sometimes less. Take dated photos, make temporary repairs to stop further damage, keep receipts and call your insurer before signing a repair contract.
Usually sudden storm damage such as hail, wind or a fallen tree is covered after your deductible, while wear and tear from age is not. Wind and hail deductibles are often a percentage of the home’s value. Policy terms differ, so read yours or ask your insurer or agent; we cannot give insurance advice.
Most cities and counties require a building permit for a roof replacement, and some also require specific materials or wind ratings. A licensed roofing company normally pulls the permit; ask who is responsible and request a copy. Check with the Pope County building department for local rules.
Check the state or local license where required, ask for proof of liability insurance and workers’ compensation, get the scope, materials, warranty and payment schedule in writing, and be cautious of anyone who knocks on your door after a storm demanding a large deposit.
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