Tornado 6 mi NNW of Interlochen
Video of a brief tornado touchdown in northwest Grand Traverse County north of Long Lake. No damage was reported.
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A good roofing contractor is licensed where required, carries liability insurance and workers’ compensation, and gives you a written scope. Comparing two or three bids lets you see differences in materials, warranty and timeline, not only price.
For Grand Traverse County, NOAA lists 6 hail reports (largest 1.25 in), 3 damaging-wind reports (up to 50 mph) and 1 tornado report from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Video of a brief tornado touchdown in northwest Grand Traverse County north of Long Lake. No damage was reported.
Multiple reports of large hail in the Traverse City, MI metro area, including quarter-size hail at UpNorthLive studios west of Traverse City at 0630am, and half dollar size hail at 9&10 studios in downtown Traverse City at 0640am. Hail...
Multiple reports of lightning damage in the Traverse City, MI metro area, including significant damage to a large oak tree leading to some structural damage, and a possible structure fire caused by lightning near Long Lake west of...
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Traverse
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Roof inspection or estimate | Free – $400 |
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Metal roof (panels) | $15,000 – $35,000 |
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.
Roof area, materials by brand and product line, tear-off and disposal, underlayment and flashing, permit, start and finish dates, warranty terms and the payment schedule.
No. A very low bid can mean thinner materials, missing steps or no insurance. Compare what is included, not only the total.
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 Grand Traverse County building department for local rules.
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