Lightning reported 1 mi S of Hobcaw Pt
Emergency management reported power lines down and transformer blown due to a lightning strike along Highway 17 between South Shellmore Boulevard and Dragoon Drive.
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Most roof repairs are small jobs: a few lifted shingles, cracked flashing around a chimney or vent, or a worn pipe boot. Caught early they cost a fraction of a replacement; left alone, water gets into the decking and insulation.
For Charleston County, NOAA lists 3 hail reports (largest 1 in), 35 damaging-wind reports (up to 74 mph) and 9 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Emergency management reported power lines down and transformer blown due to a lightning strike along Highway 17 between South Shellmore Boulevard and Dragoon Drive.
Charleston County Emergency Management reported that lightning struck a structure and started a fire on Timmerman Drive.
A National Weather Service storm survey team confirmed that an EF-1 tornado with estimated peak winds of 90 mph and associated with Helene, impacted portions of Wadmalaw Island. The tornado, possibly beginning as a waterspout just west...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Mount Pleasant
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Minor roof repair (leak, flashing, a few shingles) | $350 – $1,500 |
| Larger repair or partial re-roof | $1,500 – $5,000 |
| Emergency tarp / temporary cover | $300 – $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.
Typical repairs are done in a few hours to a day. Larger repairs or ones that wait for dry weather can take longer.
If damage is limited and the rest of the roof is in good shape, repair is usually the cheaper choice. If the roof is near the end of its life or damage is widespread, a replacement often costs less over time.
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 Charleston County building department for local rules.
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