Leak Detection & Repair

Roof Leak Detection & Repair

We pinpoint leaks with precision and fix the root cause, not just the symptom. A leak you can see is rarely where the water is actually coming in.

New pipe boot flashing being installed during a roof leak repair

Roof leaks are sneaky. Water enters at one point, runs down a rafter or along a piece of decking, and shows up on the ceiling several feet away. The most common roofing-repair mistake is patching the spot where the water appears inside, instead of finding where it's actually getting in. We don't make that mistake.

The Most Common Sources of Roof Leaks

  • Failed flashing: at chimneys, walls, dormers, and skylights. Flashing failures cause more leaks than worn shingles do.
  • Cracked or missing pipe boots. The rubber gaskets around plumbing vents fail every 7-10 years. They're cheap to replace and a frequent leak source.
  • Damaged or lifted shingles from wind events, even if they don't appear visibly damaged from the ground.
  • Valley failures: where two roof slopes meet, water concentrates and finds any weakness in the underlayment or flashing.
  • Ice dams or improper attic ventilation causing condensation that mimics a leak.
  • Improperly installed ridge vents letting wind-driven rain into the attic.
  • Nail pops: fasteners that have backed out and broken through the shingle above.

How We Find a Leak

Finding a roof leak takes more than a quick look. We use a combination of attic inspection (looking for water staining, daylight, or moisture on the underside of the deck), roof inspection (focused on the area above where the leak appears), and sometimes a controlled water test where we systematically wet sections of the roof to identify the entry point.

Repair vs. Replacement

Some leaks are isolated and repairable: a single failed pipe boot, a piece of damaged flashing, a few missing shingles in one area. Others are symptoms of a roof at the end of its life, where repairing one leak just means another will appear next month somewhere else. We'll tell you honestly which situation you're in. If your roof has 5+ years of useful life left and the leak is isolated, we repair. If the system is failing, repair is throwing good money after bad and we'll recommend replacement. Read more about our roof replacement services →

Got a Leak? Let's Find It.

Free roof inspection. We'll find the source and tell you what it'll take to fix it.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about finding roof leaks, what causes them, and when to repair versus replace.

How do you find the source of a roof leak?

Water often travels well away from where the stain shows up inside, so we trace it back to the true entry point instead of just patching the spot. We check penetrations, flashing, valleys, and the deck to find the root cause and fix it for good.

My ceiling is stained but I do not see active dripping. Is it urgent?

A stain means water has already gotten in. Even if it is not dripping today, the leak is active and the decking and insulation may be deteriorating behind the surface. It is worth a free inspection sooner rather than later.

Can a leak be repaired, or do I need a whole new roof?

It depends. An isolated leak on an otherwise healthy roof is usually a repair. Widespread issues, an aging roof, or multiple leak points usually point toward replacement. We give you an honest assessment either way, because our reputation depends on not over-selling you.

What are the most common causes of roof leaks?

The usual suspects are failed or missing flashing around chimneys, vents, and valleys, cracked pipe boots, storm-damaged or missing shingles, and clogged gutters backing water up under the roofline.

Do you offer emergency leak repair?

Yes. For active leaks and severe storm damage we respond quickly, including emergency tarping to protect your home and belongings until a permanent repair can be made.

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