Roof Repair

Common Roof Repair Issues

There are many things that can cause a roof to need repairing. Some of the most common are leaks, missing shingles or tiles, and rusty metal or flashing.

Leaks – Over time, weather damage can cause roofing materials to become brittle and break, causing leaks. Leaks can also be due to excess moisture from a leaky gutter, or debris trapping water on the roof’s surface.

Missing shingles – Shingles are an important part of a roof, adding a layer of protection as well as enhancing the look. After strong storms or high winds, it is important to inspect your roof for missing shingles.

Rusty Metal – Metal roofs, while very strong and resilient, still occasionally need repairing. The waterproof sealants commonly used on metal roofs can wear down over time allowing rust can form under any standing water.

Flashing – Flashing is used to seal all areas of a roof where joints or interruptions in the main surface occur. Improperly installed flashing can slip out of place and expose seams, causing leaks in the roof.

Identifying Issues Needing Roof Repair

1. Water stains on ceilings or walls are a pretty good sign you have a leaky roof. A roof leak must be addressed immediately! Even if it seems to be minor, or you are planning to install a new roof in the near future, don’t hold off on having a leak repaired. Even a small leak can cause big problems such as mold, rotted framing and sheathing, and damaged insulation of ceilings. While repairing a roof is usually pretty easy, tracking down the source of the leak may not be.
2. Our first step in repairing your leaks is back-chaining from the stains to identify the source of the problem. Since roof penetrations are the most common source of leaking we will look for those first by inspecting your roof from the outside and the inside.
3. Once we identify the source of the leak and determine the type of repair needed we can address the problem. Common types of roof repairs include:
   • Replacing or repairing broken tiles
   • Replacing broken shingles
   • Replacing the deck and materials above the deck
   • Replacing plumbing vent bots
   • Re-caulking around dormers

Sometimes a roof is damaged too badly to repair, in which case you must consider re-roofing or roof replacement.

Repairs for Different Roof Types

Tile

• If you have loosening or corroded tile or accessory fasteners, we re-attach or replace them
• If there missing mortar between tiles we install a compatible mortar

We will replace any missing or damaged tiles or roof accessories using materials that match the original, preferably salvaged units that have the same dimensions and visual characteristics

Wood Shingles
Common issues and solutions for wood-shingled roofs

• We replace any loose or missing fasteners for shingles or accessories
• If you have split or punctured wood shingles, we install sheet metal beneath and fill the split or hole with roofing cement
• If there is moss or fungi present, we trim adjacent trees so that direct sun can easily dry the roof’s surface, check to see if you need fungicide applied, and make sure your attic has adequate ventilation
• We replace all missing or damaged shingles with matching materials

Metal
Common problems for metal roofs and solutions

• We replace all worn paint, galvanizing, or coating
• We refasten all slipping sheet metal and re-solder open seams or solder joints
• Rust holes are repaired with matching materials

Asphalt
Problems and Repairs Common to Asphalt

• If you have split or punctured asphalt shingles, we install sheet metal beneath and fill the split or hole with roofing cement
• If there is moss or fungi present, we trim adjacent trees so that direct sun can easily dry the roof’s surface, check to see if you need fungicide applied, and make sure your attic has adequate ventilation
• We replace all missing or damaged shingles with matching materials

Flat roofs
Flat roofs have their own set of unique problems and solutions.

Typically we need to repair:

• splits
• punctures
• surface cracks
• standing water or poor drainage

Choosing Roofing Recovery to Get the Job Done

Roofing Recovery is a family-owned company that has provided West Palm Beach, and Broward and Dade Counties with quality roofing services for over twenty-five years. If you need roofing services, please give us a call at
954-500-0203 or fill out the online request form. We will get back to you in one business day!