Karns, TN
Roofing in Karns, along Oak Ridge Highway
Karns mixes subdivisions with farms, pastures and small shops along Oak Ridge Highway. That means house roofs and barn roofs, and we price both.
Knox County
Karns, Tennessee
- Free drone inspection. Photos you keep either way.
- Written, line-by-line prices. No number scribbled on a card.
- The owner writes every estimate. Ryan Dix, Knoxville.
- Text a photo, get an answer. Same number as the phone.
- Crestone started in Colorado in 2018. Run here by Ryan Dix, who lives in Knoxville.
Karns at a glance
- A census-designated place in northwest Knox County, about 11 miles from Knoxville. 3,536 people at the 2020 census.
- Formerly called Beaver Ridge. It runs along Oak Ridge Highway (TN-62).
- Karns High School and Grace Christian Academy anchor the neighborhood.
Source: Wikipedia, Karns, read October 20, 2026, unless noted.
Houses, barns and shops
Karns has subdivisions next to working farms, pastures and small shops. On a house we usually price architectural shingles. On a barn or a shop, metal often makes more sense: it costs less over the long run on a building with a simple roof and no ceiling to protect. We price both on the same visit.
Permits through Knox County
Karns is unincorporated, so permits come from Knox County Codes Administration. We look up the rule for your address, and if a permit is needed we pull it before work starts.
What we'd do on a Karns roof
- A free drone inspection of the house and any outbuildings.
- A written price for each building, line by line.
- Metal and shingle priced side by side where it makes sense.
- Cleanup with a magnet sweep, and a walk-through at the end.
Common questions
Is the drone inspection really free?
Yes. There's no charge and nothing to sign. We fly your roof, take close-up photos of every slope, and go through them with you. The photos are yours whether you hire us or not. If your roof is in good shape, we'll tell you that and leave.
After a storm, should I call my insurance company or a roofer first?
We'd get a free inspection first. It tells you whether there's damage worth a claim before anything goes on your record. If there is, you file the claim with your insurer (it's your claim) and we'll document the damage, write the scope, and meet the adjuster on the roof with you. If there isn't, you've lost nothing but an hour.
Which areas do you cover?
Knoxville and the towns around it: Farragut, Hardin Valley, Karns, Powell, Oak Ridge, Maryville, Lenoir City, Sevierville and Seymour. That covers parts of Knox, Blount, Loudon, Anderson and Sevier counties. If you're just outside that list, text us your address and we'll tell you honestly whether we can get to you.
Is a metal roof more expensive than shingles?
Up front, usually yes. Metal can cost noticeably more to install than architectural shingles, and standing seam costs more than exposed-fastener panels. What you get back is a longer life and less upkeep on a roof that sheds rain fast, which matters on steep cabin roofs and for owners who plan to stay a long time. We price both at the same inspection so you can compare them on paper.
Get a free look at your Karns roof
Tell us where the roof is in Karns. We'll call you back to set the time.
Rather talk? Call (865) 830-8126. Rather text? Send a photo.