Storm Season Is Here, Tulsa: What Homeowners Need to Know Before It Hits

Every year around this time, the skies over Tulsa start turning darker a little faster. The wind cuts harder. And before you know it, there’s hail pounding on your windows and your roof is taking a beating.

For Oklahoma homeowners, this isn’t a one-time event. It’s a season. And your roof isn’t just another part of your house—it’s the only thing standing between your family and some of the most brutal weather in the country.

At Tier-One Roofing, we’ve responded to hundreds of calls after storms ripped through Green Country. And we’ve seen it all—shingles gone, decking exposed, ceilings caved in, insurance companies dragging their feet.

That’s why we’re not going to sugarcoat this. If your roof isn’t ready, now is the time to get ahead of it. Because when the storm hits, it’s already too late.

Let’s walk through what Tulsa homeowners need to do—right now—to stay protected this storm season.

What Tulsa Storms Do to Roofs

Tulsa isn’t just a city with “bad weather.” It’s in one of the most active storm corridors in the entire country.

We’re talking about:

• Straight-line winds that can reach 80+ mph

• Large hail events multiple times per season

• Tornado threats in and around metro areas

• Sudden downpours that expose every leak and weak point

Storms here don’t just cause cosmetic damage. They expose flaws in the roof system—flaws that lead to rot, water damage, mold, and thousands of dollars in repairs.

If your roof isn’t ready for this, it’s not a matter of if you’ll deal with damage—it’s when.

Most Homeowners Think They’re Covered—Until They’re Not

Here’s the dangerous part: a lot of people think their roof’s “fine” because they haven’t seen leaks or missing shingles. But that’s not how wind and hail work.

We’ve inspected roofs that looked great from the ground and found:

• Shingle adhesive completely failed

• Flashing bent or separating

• Tiny hail bruises that turned into major leaks weeks later

• Sealants dry and cracking from last summer’s heat

That’s why post-storm repairs are always more expensive than pre-storm prep. We don’t want your first call to us to be after your living room ceiling collapses.

What You Can Do Right Now to Prepare Your Roof

You don’t need to be a roofer to take action. Here are five simple steps you can take this week:

1. Walk the Perimeter
Look up. Scan the edges of your roof. Do you see:

• Shingles curling or lifted?

• Granules in the gutters or driveway?

• Sagging gutters?

• Flashing pulling away from chimneys or walls?

If yes, get it looked at immediately.

2. Check the Attic (or Top Floor Ceiling)
Storm damage starts subtle. Look for:

• New water stains

• Damp insulation

• Moldy smells

• Nail pops or discoloration

If you see anything questionable, call us. We’ll check it for free.

3. Clear Your Gutters
If your gutters are clogged, water can back up under your shingles during a heavy rain. That’s not a roofing problem—that’s a flooding problem.

4. Trim Back Tree Limbs
We’ve seen a single branch cause thousands in damage because no one cut it back. Don’t wait for wind to do it for you.

5. Schedule a Roof Inspection
This is the smartest move. A professional inspection catches what you can’t see—and gives you peace of mind heading into the thick of storm season.

Tier-One Roofing offers thorough, honest inspections with zero pressure. We’ll shoot you straight and help you plan your next move.

What Happens When You Wait

Every year, we get the same call:

“We were going to get it checked… and then the storm hit.”

Waiting always costs more. Here’s what usually happens:

• Emergency repairs that are 2–3x more expensive

• Water intrusion that leads to mold remediation

• Insurance denial because damage wasn’t documented early

• Delays in getting help because every roofer is already booked out weeks

We’re not trying to scare you. We’re trying to keep you from being the next family trying to figure out where to live while their ceiling gets ripped out.

The best protection isn’t reacting fast—it’s preparing smart. That’s what we help with.

What Tier-One Roofing Does Differently

Not all roofers are the same. Especially when storms hit and the out-of-state crews start showing up.

Here’s what makes Tier-One the first call for hundreds of Tulsa homeowners:

• We’re veteran-owned – We operate with discipline, accountability, and urgency.

• We don’t subcontract and vanish – Our crew shows up, finishes clean, and stands behind the work.

• We know Oklahoma weather – Every material we use is rated to perform in this environment—not some national average.

• We document everything for insurance – Photos, reports, drone footage—whatever you need, we’ve got it.

• We don’t upsell. We advise. – If you don’t need it, we won’t recommend it.

We’re not here to scare you into a new roof. We’re here to make sure your existing one is either solid—or replaced before it fails.

Real Talk on Insurance: What You Need to Know

Storm season is when insurance claims spike—and when most homeowners find out their policy isn’t as straightforward as they thought.

Here’s what we want you to know:

• Document now, not later. If we inspect your roof before a storm and find pre-existing damage, it strengthens your claim.

• Act fast after damage. Waiting to file means adjusters are busier—and more skeptical.

• Temporary repairs matter. Insurance may deny a claim if you didn’t take action to prevent further damage.

Tier-One Roofing has worked with every major carrier. We know how to file, what language they respond to, and how to make sure your claim is taken seriously.

Let us walk you through it.

Don’t Trust Storm Chasers

We say this every year because it happens every year. Out-of-town crews swarm Tulsa after the first major hailstorm.

They knock doors. Offer “free roofs.” Promise to “waive your deductible.”

Here’s the truth:

• Most aren’t licensed in Oklahoma

• They sub out the work to whoever they can find

• They disappear as soon as the check clears

• They leave you with no warranty and no help when things go wrong

We’ve cleaned up behind these guys too many times.

If someone’s pressuring you to sign a contract on the spot—don’t.

If they can’t show you a local license, reviews, or past projects—don’t.

Call Tier-One instead. We’re here before the storm, during it, and long after it’s gone.

Your Roof Is the First Thing Storms Hit—and the Last Thing You Should Ignore

This isn’t just another “to-do” item. Your roof protects your home, your family, your memories.

You can’t afford to hope it holds. You need to know.

At Tier-One Roofing, we don’t just fix problems—we prevent them. We build roofs that hold up when the sirens go off. We install materials that make it through the season—not just the sale.

And we treat every job like it’s our own home under that roof.

Here’s What to Do Right Now

If you’re reading this, you’re already ahead of the game. Here’s how to stay there:

📞 Call Tier-One Roofing
We’ll get you scheduled for an inspection ASAP—before the phone lines light up after the first major storm.

🛠️ Let us assess your roof
We’ll check it top to bottom. No sales pressure. Just real info on what’s solid, what’s not, and what’s smart to fix now.

✔️ Get a plan
We’ll walk you through next steps—repairs, insurance, prep—whatever’s needed to keep your home storm-ready.

Storm season is here, Tulsa. Don’t wait for the damage. Let’s get ahead of it—together.