Roof Leak Repair in Sacramento
Leaking roof? We find exactly where the water is getting in, show you photos, and fix the cause, not just the stain. Leaking now? Once you approve the repair, we tarp the roof for free until the work is done.
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- 2–10 year workmanship warranty on most repairs
THE SHORT ANSWER
Why is my roof leaking?
Most roof leaks start somewhere other than where the water shows up inside. For roof leak repair in Sacramento, the usual culprits are clogged valleys and drainage channels on tile roofs, worn underlayment under the tiles, cracked or slipped tiles, failed flashing at walls, chimneys and skylights, lifted shingles and exposed nails, and open seams or drains on flat roofs. Water runs along the underlayment or the deck before it drips through, which is why finding the real entry point matters.
Roof leaks we fix
Tile roof leaks
Clogged valleys, worn underlayment, cracked or slipped tiles and open ridges.
Shingle roof leaks
Valleys, flashing at walls and chimneys, skylights, pipe collars and lifted shingles.
How do you find where a roof is leaking?
We start where the water shows up inside, then trace it back on the roof. On tile roofs we lift tiles to see the underlayment and battens underneath. Every inspection comes with photos, so you can see the entry point for yourself before you approve anything.
Why does my roof only leak in heavy or wind-driven rain?
Heavy and wind-driven rain push water into places a light rain never reaches: under a cracked or slipped tile, up a clogged valley, past worn flashing or a missing flash band at the ridge. A leak that only shows up in storms is still an early warning, and it’s cheaper to fix before the wood underneath starts to rot.
What should I do while my roof is leaking?
Catch the water, move anything valuable out of the way, and call us. Inspections are usually available within a few days, and once you approve the repair, we tarp the roof for free until the work is done.
Will a leak cause dry rot?
It can. Water that keeps reaching the deck, battens or rafters rots the wood over time. If we find rot, we photograph it and replace it at a fixed price per piece. See dry rot repair.
Recent roof leak repairs
Real leaks we traced and fixed, with where the water was getting in.
Commercial flat roof leak along the walls in Marysville (95901)
Water was coming in along both walls of a first-story lab. Earlier repairs on both walls had failed. We removed the old membrane in the leaking wall and field areas down to the deck, installed new 60 mil TPO up the walls with new fastening plates and hot-welded seams, sealed the drains, and closed off the edge of the repair from the old roof with termination bar and a silicone seal.
Soft spots and dry rot on a commercial flat roof in Auburn (95603)
This TPO roof, with solar panels on it, had soft spots in four areas along the walls and in the open roof, about 150 sq ft in all. We cut out the membrane at each soft spot, replaced the rotted decking, installed new matching insulation and new 60 mil TPO secured with fastening plates, hot-welded and probe-checked the seams, then probe-checked the rest of the roof and sealed any open seams.
Commercial leak that became a full flat roof replacement in Sacramento (95816)
A property manager called us about leaks. The old TPO roof was worn and stained across the whole surface, and it couldn’t be covered over: a second layer on top risks condensation and the membrane sweating between layers. So we tore it off down to the deck, replaced the damaged decking with new plywood, secured new polyiso insulation board with fastening plates, and installed a mechanically attached Versico 60 mil TPO roof with pre-molded corners, termination bar and TPO-clad drip edge. We pulled the permits and scheduled the city inspections.
Leak at the chimney of a tile roof in Elk Grove
Where the water got in: clogged channels along the chimney flashing pushed water under the tiles and through the underlayment. The fix: new wood where it had rotted, new underlayment and water-flow battens.
Valley leak on a tile roof in Sacramento (95833)
Where the water got in: debris clogged the valley, water overflowed onto the underlayment, and slipped tiles left open gaps. The fix: new underlayment, water-flow battens and valley metal, then the original tiles went back on.
Valley leak that came back after a mastic patch in Elk Grove
Where the water got in: the shingle valley itself, after another company spread mastic over it instead of fixing it. The fix: new underlayment, new metal valley flashing and color-matched shingles.
Skylight leak on a shingle roof in Rocklin
Where the water got in: failed shingles and underlayment around the skylight. The fix: down to the deck and rebuilt with new ice and water shield.
Ridge leak in wind-driven rain in Rocklin (95765)
Where the water got in: a worn flash band under the ridge let wind-driven rain reach the nail holes. The fix: a new flash band along the full ridge.
Flat roof drain leak on a commercial building in Elk Grove
Where the water got in: a roof drain and the wall transition next to it. The fix: seams and drain sealed with liquid flashing and the section coated in silicone.
How it works
Book an inspection
Appointments are usually available within a few days.
We inspect and photograph
We check the roof and show you photos of what we found.
Get a written quote
With repair and replacement options when both make sense.
We schedule the work
Usually 2–4 weeks out. Leaking now? Once you approve the repair, we tarp the roof for free until we’re back.
Roof leak repair FAQ
How much does it cost to fix a roof leak?
Most of our roof repairs cost about $2,000–$3,000. Bigger problems, especially ones that have been left alone for a while, average around $5,500. The inspection is free, and you get photos and a written quote before any work starts.
How fast can you come out for a leak?
We answer the phone 24/7, and inspections are usually available within a few days. After you approve the quote, most repairs are scheduled within 2–4 weeks, and we tarp the roof for free in the meantime.
Can you fix a leak without replacing the roof?
Usually, yes. Most leaks come from one area, like a valley, a chimney, a skylight or a drain, and a repair in that spot fixes it. If the roof is worn out everywhere, we’ll show you photos and explain why a replacement makes more sense.
What warranty comes with a leak repair?
Most of our repairs come with a 2–10 year workmanship warranty, depending on the repair.
What if my roof is leaking right now?
Put a bucket under the leak to limit the damage. For a bad leak, call your insurance company, which can send an emergency crew to tarp the leaking area. Once it’s tarped, you can get estimates and choose the right repair without rushing to hire the first contractor you reach. If the leak is manageable and you can wait for us, we’ll inspect it, and once you approve the repair, we’ll tarp the roof for free until the work is done. We don’t offer tarping as a standalone service.
How long does a roof repair take?
Small repairs are usually done in one day. An average medium-sized repair takes 2–3 days, and extensive repairs can take up to 5 days, depending on the size.
Can I finance a roof repair?
Yes, and repairs too. Financing is available for repairs and replacements on residential projects, usually with a $1,000 minimum. Options include $0 down with low monthly payments or a 12-month no-interest option. See our financing page.
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