55 mph estimated gust 1 mi E of Plainfield
Tree on house along Putnam Avenue.
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A new roof installation covers the decking, underlayment, flashing, ventilation and the roof covering. For new construction it follows framing and sheathing; the roofer coordinates with the builder and the inspection schedule.
For Middlesex County, NOAA lists 0 hail reports, 41 damaging-wind reports (up to 55 mph) and 0 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Tree on house along Putnam Avenue.
ASOS site KEWR at Newark Airport measured a 71 mph wind gust.
Lightning struck the tail of a parked plane at Newark Liberty International Airport.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Rutgers University-Livingston Campus
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Metal roof (panels) | $15,000 – $35,000 |
| 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.
An average home usually takes a few days of roofing work, longer for complex roofs or bad weather.
Decking checks, underlayment, flashing, vents, the roof covering, ridge and cleanup; ask for the scope in writing.
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 Middlesex County building department for local rules.
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