Building Codes
Building Codes | Storm Damage Restoration | Roofing | Flintville
When fierce Tennessee weather batters Flintville, HEP’s certified roofing team is ready to bring homes back to code-perfect condition. Our inspectors move fast—documenting hail dents, lifted shingles, and hidden decking fractures—then coordinate directly with adjusters so you spend less time wrestling with paperwork and more time feeling safe under a solid roof. Every repair plan is engineered to satisfy the latest Lincoln County regulations, from wind-rated shingles to proper ice-and-water shielding, meaning your home is protected long after the clouds clear.
Because storms don’t strike on a schedule, we offer 24/7 response and transparent, upfront estimates. Skilled crews arrive with premium materials, secure the site, and restore structural integrity without cutting corners. The result is seamless storm damage restoration that blends flawlessly with your home’s appearance and meets or exceeds every local building requirement—giving you peace of mind no matter what the forecast says next.
FAQs
1. What building codes govern roof repairs and storm-damage restoration in Flintville?
Flintville is part of Lincoln County, Tennessee, which follows the 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) and 2018 International Building Code (IBC) for structural work. Roofing products must also comply with ASTM and UL listings referenced in those codes. If your home is in a flood zone or located within 5 miles of the Alabama state line, Lincoln County may also apply the 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) provisions for repairs. Always verify with the Lincoln County Building & Codes Department because they periodically adopt state amendments that can change wind-load, fastening and underlayment requirements.
2. Do I need a permit to replace or repair a storm-damaged roof in Flintville?
Yes. Lincoln County requires a residential re-roof or major repair permit when more than one square (100 sq ft) of roofing is being removed or when structural decking, rafters, or trusses are being repaired. The homeowner or a Tennessee-licensed contractor must submit a permit application, a copy of the scope of work, and proof of material compliance (e.g., shingle data sheets). Minor spot repairs under one square typically do not need a permit, but an inspection may still be ordered if the damage is visible from the public right-of-way.
3. What wind and impact-resistance standards must new shingles meet?
Because Lincoln County is in a 90-mph, Exposure B wind zone, asphalt shingles must be ASTM D7158 Class D rated (110-mph design, 90-mph allowable) or ASTM D3161 Class F. If hail caused the storm damage, most insurers and local inspectors require Class 4 impact-rated shingles tested to UL 2218. Fasteners must be corrosion-resistant, ring-shank nails at least 1¼ in. long with a 3⁄8-in. head, and nails must penetrate the roof deck a minimum of ⅛ in. per IRC R905.2.6.
4. Are ice-and-water shield or drip-edge flashing required for roof restoration?
Yes. IRC R905.2.8.5 mandates a self-adhering ice barrier at eaves when the average January temperature is 25 °F or below. Flintville’s average is about 31 °F, so the county gives homeowners a choice: either install a full 3-ft ice-and-water shield or use double-layer 15-lb felt with sealed seams. Drip-edge flashing is mandatory at all eaves and rakes (IRC R905.2.8.5.1). It must extend ¼ in. below the sheathing and lap under the underlayment at the eaves but over the underlayment at the rakes.
5. How does the inspection process work for storm-related roof replacements?
After the permit is issued, the county schedules two inspections: (1) an in-progress inspection when the underlayment is installed but before shingles are laid, and (2) a final inspection when the roof is complete. The inspector checks decking integrity, nail patterns, underlayment type, flashing, ventilation openings (1 sq ft per 300 sq ft of attic floor area, balanced 50/50 between intake and exhaust), and shingle packaging to verify code compliance. If the work passes, you’ll receive a signed green sticker. If corrections are required, you’ll get a red tag and typically 10 days to remedy issues before re-inspection.
6. Does my contractor need to be licensed and insured to work on my storm-damaged roof?
In Tennessee, any roofing job valued at $25,000 or more requires a state General Contractor’s license with a BC-A or BC-B classification. Jobs under $25,000 can be performed by a Home Improvement Contractor licensed by Lincoln County, but all contractors must carry at least $300,000 in general liability and state-mandated workers’ compensation. Proof of insurance and license numbers must be presented when the permit is pulled. Hiring a properly licensed contractor not only protects you from liability but is also required for most homeowner insurance claim reimbursements.