Blog: Roof Repair

Challenge The trouble with flat roofs, they need to be monitored more than a pitched roof because there is no way for the water to naturally filter away.Ponding, is an industry term that truly explains what standing water on a flat roof does.

Challenge Customer was experiencing roof leakage where home and attached garage meet.  Flashing had been replaced a few years ago, but the roof was leaking again in the same area.  This had been occurring on and off for the past few years.

Challenge Customer contacted us because she noticed a leak.  Our repair technician discovered a small area on either side of the chimney where the wood had rotted underneath the shingles, most likely due to improperly installed flashing.

Challenge Images of a project where the homeowner attempted to repair a roof leak on his own. Solution The homeowner handed over the project to professionals to fix the leak. Water stain typically indicates a roof leak.Homeowner attempted to fix the leak with patch and tar.

Challenge This customer contacted us when he first noticed a water stain on the living room ceiling.  When our repair technician arrived, he immediately noticed the branches of a pine tree hanging over the roof.

Challenge Ice dams are a common sign of roofing system damage.  This homeowner provided images of ice dams on his roof from the previous winter.  Our roofing experts discovered many area of damage to the roof and gutter system.

Challenge Home built in 1979 - roof leaking on backside of home in kitchen and garage area-roof age was 2-5 years old. Upon evaluation by our technician, it was discovered that one side of the ridge was missing 5 to 6 inches of decking which allowed water to get in.

Challenge Customer had noticed a water stain in the kitchen ceiling area a few weeks ago. Solution The area of the roof causing the leak was identified by our technician and repaired.