Pipe boots and vents
Rubber collars around plumbing vents crack in the sun and let water run down the pipe. A quick, low-cost fix that stops a surprising number of ceiling stains.
Roof repair · Leak detection
Find the leak, fix the cause
Most leaks start at a detail, not in the middle of a slope: a cracked pipe boot, lifted flashing, a slipped tile. We trace the water to its source, repair it with matching materials and show you the photos.
What we repair
The repairs we make every week
Florida sun, salt air and summer downpours wear out the same handful of details on almost every roof. These are the ones we check first.
Flashing
Metal where the roof meets walls, chimneys and skylights. When it lifts or the sealant fails, water gets behind it. We replace it rather than smearing on more caulk.
Lifted and missing shingles
Wind breaks the seal strip and folds shingles back. We replace them, re-seal the course and check the nailing on the surrounding area.
Cracked and slipped tiles
Tiles crack under foot traffic, falling branches or wind. We replace them, re-set the ones that have slipped and check the underlayment beneath.
Metal roof fasteners
Exposed screws on older metal roofs lose their washers over time. We replace them with new sealed fasteners and check the seams.
Flat-roof seams
Ponding water and split seams on porches and additions. We patch, re-seal or rebuild the low spot so it drains.
A repair visit
What happens when we come out
One visit for most repairs. If parts need ordering, we make the area watertight before we leave.
Inside first
We look at the stain or drip from inside and in the attic, because water often travels along rafters before it shows.
Trace the source
On the roof we check every detail uphill of the leak, using a moisture meter and, when needed, a controlled water test.
Repair
Matching materials, new flashing where the old is tired, and fasteners sealed. No mystery patches of roofing cement.
Photo proof
You get before, during and after photos of the repair with your invoice and the warranty terms in writing.
Leaking right now?
Five things to do before we arrive
- Put a bucket or towels under the drip and move furniture and electronics out of the way.
- If water is near a light fixture or outlet, switch that circuit off at the breaker.
- If a ceiling is bulging with water, keep clear of it and call us. Do not stand under it.
- Take a few photos of the stain and the outside of the roof from the ground.
- Stay off the roof. Wet shingles and tiles are slippery, and we would rather come twice than see anyone hurt.
Then call (813) 555-0147. If a same-day repair is not possible, we tarp the area to keep the water out.
Repair or replace
An honest answer either way
Some roofers treat every leak as a sale. We do not. If your roof has years left, we fix the detail that failed and tell you what to watch for. If it is near the end, the report shows the evidence so you can plan the replacement on your timeline instead of during the next storm.
Florida’s code limits how much of an older roof can be repaired before the rest of that section must be brought up to current standards. We check where your roof stands before quoting, so there are no surprises at permit time.
When replacement makes senseQuestions
Roof repair questions
If water is coming in right now, call rather than filling in a form.
How quickly can you come out?
Active leaks get the next available crew, usually the same or the next working day. Non-urgent repairs are booked within the week. During storm season we prioritize open roofs and water coming inside.
Can you match my existing shingles or tiles?
Usually closely. We bring sample boards to compare color and profile, and for older tile roofs we keep salvaged tiles in stock. Your report says honestly how close the match will be before you approve the work.
Is a repair guaranteed?
Every repair comes with a written workmanship warranty stated on the invoice. If the same spot leaks again within that period, we come back and fix it at no cost.
Related services
Storm damage
Leak after a hurricane or a hailstorm? Start with the storm checklist.
Roof replacement
When repairs stop making sense, the full process from permit to final.
Projects
Before-and-after sliders from illustrated sample jobs.
Free inspection
Book a visit and add photos of the leak.
Leak, stain or missing shingles?
Send us a few photos with your inspection request, or call if water is coming in. We reply within one business day, sooner for active leaks.