Jamestown roof storm damage, hail and roofers
Storm history within 12 miles of Jamestown, live alerts for Guilford County, and who to call for permits, licenses and repairs.
How often do storms damage roofs in Jamestown?
Short answer: Within 12 miles of Jamestown, the Storm Prediction Center log shows 2 hail, 24 damaging wind and 0 tornado reports since January 2025, as of November 2, 2026.
Jamestown is a small town between Greensboro and High Point.
Weather alerts for Guilford County
No active weather alerts for the area right now. Storm center
Storm reports near Jamestown
From the NOAA Storm Prediction Center's filtered storm reports, within 12 miles of Jamestown. 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 | 2 SE Archdale Randolph County | Multiple large trees were blown down near the intersection of Gregg St. and Roby Dr.... including at least one that fell across power lines... snapped a power pole... a | |
| 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 | 3 NW Jamestown Guilford County | Trees and power lines down at Meadowlark Rd. and Eastchester Dr. | |
| Wind wind damage | 3 NNW Trinity Randolph County | Tree in road near intersection of Old Thomasville Rd and Missionary Church Dr. | |
| Wind 59 mph wind | 5 ESE Colfax Guilford County | 59 mph wind gust measured at KGSO. | |
| Wind wind damage | 2 SSE Kernersville Forsyth County | Large tree blown down on power lines and partially blocking southbound lanes of NC 66. | |
| Wind wind damage | 2 ENE Greensboro Guilford County | A tree fell through roof of a home. No injuries. |
Who to contact in Jamestown
- Forecast office: NWS Raleigh, NC issues warnings for Guilford County. NWS point forecast for Jamestown.
- Permits: most re-roofs need a building permit from the local building office. Start at the Jamestown 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 Jamestown
No contractors in the directory list an office here yet. Most Greensboro and the Piedmont Triad roofers travel; see the full directory. Roofers based here can add a free listing.
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Common questions in Jamestown
Has hail hit Jamestown recently?
The Storm Prediction Center log on this page shows 2 hail reports of one inch or larger within 12 miles of Jamestown 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 Jamestown?
Thunderstorm wind and falling trees: the log shows 24 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 Jamestown?
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 Jamestown?
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.