Compare free roofing quotes in Mount Olive (population 883). Tell us about your roof and up to three local roofing companies will contact you. Below: the latest NOAA storm reports near Mount Olive.
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Tornado reports stand out in Mount Olive. Even when a tornado does not hit your street, the wind and flying debris around one can strip shingles and puncture decking. Ask any contractor how they fasten decking and underlayment to current wind-uplift standards.
Report counts are for Covington 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.
An EF-1 tornado touched down just east of MS Highway 42, tracked east, and dissipated in Covington County near MS Highway 589. Trees were damaged along Hosey Mikell, Ridgeland, Stubbs, and Willie Buckley roads. A notable increase in...
Powerlines were blown down along Dosh Road.
Reported property damage: $5,000
Multiple trees were blown down in western portions of the county.
Reported property damage: $20,000
An EF-1 tornado began just west of Okatoma Creek, uprooting several trees. The tornado continued northeast and ended just east of Old Highway 49, uprooting a few more trees. The maximum wind speed of this tornado was 90 mph.
This very brief tornado resulted in minor tree damage south of Taylorsville as it tracked across Charlie Red Drive and Ben Stroud Road.
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 Mount Olive 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 Covington 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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