Greensboro roof storm damage, hail and roofers
Storm history within 12 miles of Greensboro, live alerts for Guilford County, and who to call for permits, licenses and repairs.
How often do storms damage roofs in Greensboro?
Short answer: Within 12 miles of Greensboro, the Storm Prediction Center log shows 2 hail, 28 damaging wind and 0 tornado reports since January 2025, as of November 2, 2026.
Greensboro's older neighborhoods, such as Fisher Park, Irving Park and Sunset Hills, have mature oaks over 1920s homes, so tree and limb strikes are a common storm claim. Historic districts can require approval for exterior changes. Newer subdivisions to the northwest toward Summerfield and Oak Ridge have mostly architectural shingle roofs.
Weather alerts for Guilford County
No active weather alerts for the area right now. Storm center
Storm reports near Greensboro
From the NOAA Storm Prediction Center's filtered storm reports, within 12 miles of Greensboro. Times are Eastern.
| When | Type | Where | Report notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wind wind damage | 3 W Climax Guilford County | Tree down near NC 62. | |
| Wind wind damage | 6 SW Pleasant Garden Randolph County | Tree in the road blocking Coltrane Mill Road at River Mill Road. | |
| Wind wind damage | 5 SE Colfax Guilford County | Branches and large limbs down on I-85 near Route 68. | |
| Wind 69 mph wind | 5 ESE Colfax Guilford County | GSO reported a wind gust to 60 kt or 69 mph. | |
| Wind wind damage | 3 NNE Greensboro Guilford County | Tree down on Carmel Road. | |
| Wind wind damage | 4 SW Mcleansville Guilford County | 2 trees down on the 2700 block of East Gate City Blvd. | |
| Wind wind damage | 1 SE Climax Guilford County | tree down on power lines. | |
| Wind wind damage | 2 NE Forest Oaks Guilford County | Numerous trees and powerlines were reported down southeast of Greensboro. | |
| Wind wind damage | 2 ENE Greensboro Guilford County | WFMY reported a large tree down and blocking multiple lanes of travel near W Wendover Ave and Latham Rd. | |
| Wind wind damage | 2 N Lake Townsend Guilford County | Trees down at Millennium Dr. and N Church St. | |
| Wind wind damage | 3 NW Jamestown Guilford County | Trees and power lines down at Meadowlark Rd. and Eastchester Dr. | |
| Wind wind damage | 3 N Forest Oaks Guilford County | Reports of trees down along Lee St near Youngs Mill Rd. |
Who to contact in Greensboro
- Forecast office: NWS Raleigh, NC issues warnings for Guilford County. NWS point forecast for Greensboro.
- Permits: most re-roofs need a building permit from the local building office. Start at the Greensboro local government website.
- Licenses: North Carolina has no separate state license for roofers on smaller jobs. A general contractor license from the NC Licensing Board for General Contractors is required when the total cost of a project is $40,000 or more (G.S. 87-1), and roofing work at that size falls under the board's building, residential, or specialty roofing classifications. Below that amount, ask for proof of liability insurance and workers' compensation, and check the local building permit office. License lookup.
- Insurance questions: North Carolina Department of Insurance, 855-408-1212.
Roofers based in or near Greensboro
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Common questions in Greensboro
Has hail hit Greensboro recently?
The Storm Prediction Center log on this page shows 2 hail reports of one inch or larger within 12 miles of Greensboro since January 2025 (as of November 2, 2026). Hail smaller than an inch, and hail nobody reported, does not show up, so check your own roof and gutters after any hail.
What causes most storm roof damage around Greensboro?
Thunderstorm wind and falling trees: the log shows 28 damaging wind reports and 0 tornado reports nearby since January 2025. Wind lifts and creases shingles and brings down limbs. See wind damage and tree on roof.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Greensboro?
Most jurisdictions require a building permit for a re-roof. Ask the local building office, and ask your roofer to pull the permit in their name.
How do I check a roofer working in Greensboro?
North Carolina has no separate state license for roofers on smaller jobs. A general contractor license from the NC Licensing Board for General Contractors is required when the total cost of a project is $40,000 or more (G.S. 87-1), and roofing work at that size falls under the board's building, residential, or specialty roofing classifications. Below that amount, ask for proof of liability insurance and workers' compensation, and check the local building permit office. License lookup.