Frequently Asked Questions

Water follows rafters, sheathing, and pipes before it drips. The entry point can be several feet away from the stain. Tracing that path is what roof leak detection is for.

Yes. Leaks that appear only in heavy or wind driven rain often point to flashing or a specific detail, and they still wet insulation and wood each time.

In many cases. When the rest of the roof is sound, a targeted repair tied into the surrounding shingles is a sensible choice.

Widespread curling, bare or granule free areas across whole slopes, repeated leaks in different places, and a soft deck are common signs. An inspection confirms it.

It is sometimes done, but a full tear off lets the deck and flashing be checked and corrected, and avoids adding weight.

Common options include asphalt shingles, exposed fastener metal, and standing seam metal. Flat roofs and tile roofs have their own materials.

Stay off the roof, move valuables away from any leak, take photos safely from the ground, and call. Temporary protection, such as a tarp, is placed only when conditions are safe.

Look for dents in gutters, downspouts, and vents, and granules piling up at downspouts. Shingle damage itself is usually only visible up close.

Heat escaping into the attic melts snow, which refreezes at the cold eaves. Better ventilation and insulation, along with leak barrier at the edges, help.

By phone. Call (717) 802 8110 during our hours: Monday to Friday 10 AM to 6 PM, and Saturday and Sunday 11 AM to 5 PM.

Mechanicsburg, along with Camp Hill, Dillsburg, Lemoyne, and New Cumberland in Pennsylvania.

No. The gallery shows illustrative examples to help you picture styles and materials. They are not records of specific client projects.

Many homeowners schedule a check once a year and after major storms, more often under heavy tree cover.