50 mph estimated gust 1 mi S of Torian
A tree fell onto a house on Pearl Street trapping people inside.
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A new roof is one of the larger home expenses. Asphalt shingles are the most affordable common option, metal costs more up front and often lasts longer, and tile or slate sit at the top of the range.
For Lafayette Parish, NOAA lists 6 hail reports (largest 1.75 in), 24 damaging-wind reports (up to 70 mph) and 0 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
A tree fell onto a house on Pearl Street trapping people inside.
Golf ball to quarter size hail was reported west of Lafayette.
Lightning struck a home and started a fire on Janin Road near Emancipation Drive in Broussard.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Broussard
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Metal roof (panels) | $15,000 – $35,000 |
| Standing seam metal roof | $20,000 – $45,000 |
| Flat roof (TPO / EPDM), average home | $5,000 – $12,000 |
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 a roughly 2,000 sq ft home, asphalt shingles commonly run about $8,000 to $16,000 across the US, with metal and tile costing more.
It protects the home and can help a sale, but you rarely recover the whole cost. A leaking or worn roof can also complicate insurance and a sale.
Many cities and counties require a building permit for roof work; the roofing company normally pulls it. Ask who is responsible and request a copy. Check with the Lafayette Parish building department for local rules.
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