Roof Repair in Wake Forest

The repairs we see most

• Missing or lifted shingles after a strong thunderstorm
• Cracked pipe boots. The rubber collars around plumbing vents dry out in the sun and split, letting water run straight down the pipe.
• Flashing leaks around chimneys, skylights and where a roof meets a wall
• Valley leaks, where two roof slopes meet and carry the most water
• Nail pops that push up through shingles and let water in around the nail
• Damage from limbs, common on wooded lots around Wake Forest

Finding the real source of a leak

Water rarely comes in right above the stain on your ceiling. It can travel along rafters or the top of the drywall before it drips. A roofer will look in the attic and on the roof to trace the leak to where it starts, instead of sealing the first spot that looks suspicious. That's the difference between a repair that lasts and one you pay for twice.

What to do while you wait

• Put a bucket under the drip and move anything valuable out of the way
• If the ceiling is bulging with water, poke a small hole in the center so it drains into the bucket instead of coming down all at once
• Take photos of the stain and the roof from the ground
• Stay off a wet roof. Tarping is a job for someone with the right equipment.

Repair or replace?

A repair is the right call for a younger roof with damage in one place. If your roof is 20 or more years old and the leaks keep moving, replacement often costs less over time. Our guide on repair vs. replacement walks through the decision, and our roof replacement page explains what a new roof involves.