Tornado 2 mi NNE of Montrose
Video and photographic evidence confirmed a tornado touched down briefly in an open field near Montrose. The tornado caused no damage from which an EF-scale rating could be assigned.
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A roof inspection looks at shingles or panels, flashing, vents, gutters and the attic. It is worth having after a hail or wind storm, before buying a home, and every few years on an older roof.
For Genesee County, NOAA lists 3 hail reports (largest 1.25 in), 19 damaging-wind reports (up to 61 mph) and 3 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Video and photographic evidence confirmed a tornado touched down briefly in an open field near Montrose. The tornado caused no damage from which an EF-scale rating could be assigned.
Several limbs and trees were down, and trees were uprooted in western Genesee along Grand Blanc Road to Seymour Road.
A brief tornado touched down near Atlas. The tornado developed near Maple Ave and Atlas Road, causing damage to both soft and hardwood trees. The tornado continued northeast tracking just north of Goodrich and crossing M-15 before...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Swartz Creek
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Roof inspection or estimate | Free – $400 |
| Minor roof repair (leak, flashing, a few shingles) | $350 – $1,500 |
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.
A common recommendation is once a year or every few years on newer roofs, and always after a major hail or wind event.
Many roofing companies inspect for free when they quote repairs. Independent inspectors and home-inspection add-ons usually charge a fee.
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 Genesee County building department for local rules.
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