Anderson County, Tennessee
Roofing help in Oak Ridge, TN
Call and describe the problem, whether it is a leak, storm damage, worn shingles or a roof that needs replacing, and you will be connected with an independent roofing contractor serving Oak Ridge.
Roofing Nation is a referral service. Your call is connected to an independent roofing contractor, subject to availability in your area. Roofing Nation may receive compensation when your call is connected with a participating contractor. Contractors are independent businesses.
Oak Ridge at a glance
Homes and roofs in Oak Ridge
The median year built for housing in Oak Ridge is 1965, and about 67% of its 15,279 housing units were built before 1980. With much of the housing stock this old, many homes have been re-roofed at least once, and some have several layers of shingles or original board decking that a contractor may want to check during a replacement.
Weather and roof wear
NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the OAK RIDGE ATDD, TN station record about 75 nights a year at or below freezing. Regular freeze-thaw cycles can work water into small cracks in shingles and flashing, and ice can build up along gutters and eaves.
Services worth knowing about here
- Roof Replacement (median home built in 1965)
- Roof Leak Repair (leaks are the most common roofing call)
- Storm Damage Roof Repair (wind, hail and fallen limbs can strike anywhere)
- Roof Repair (about 75 freezing nights a year)
Owners, landlords and tenants
About 66% of occupied homes in Oak Ridge are owner-occupied and 34% are rented. Homeowners, landlords and property managers can call to be connected; tenants should contact their landlord or property manager about roof problems first.
Nearby places
Oak Ridge is in Anderson County. Places within about 30 miles include Knoxville (19 mi), Maryville (23 mi), Farragut (9 mi), Alcoa (21 mi) and Lenoir City (10 mi).
Other Tennessee locations
Gallatin, Johnson City, Sevierville, Smyrna
Questions
Is Roofing Nation a roofer in Oak Ridge?
No. Roofing Nation is a referral service. Calls from Oak Ridge are connected to an independent roofing contractor, subject to availability in Anderson County.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Oak Ridge?
Many cities and counties require a permit for re-roofing. Check with the City of Oak Ridge or Anderson County building department, and ask the contractor.
What should I do right after storm damage?
Stay off the roof and away from downed lines, photograph damage from the ground, protect belongings from water inside, and contact your insurer if you plan to file a claim.
Who decides what the work will cost?
The independent contractor sets the scope and the charges after inspecting the roof. Confirm all details with the contractor directly.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population totals, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year (tables B25034, B25035, B25003), 2024 Gazetteer; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.