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Leak repair · Flashing · Storm damage

Roof Repair in Brandon & Jackson, MS

Water spot on the ceiling? Shingles in the yard after a storm? We find the real source of the problem and fix it so it stays fixed.

Roof repair questions, answered

Does homeowners insurance cover roof repairs?

It depends on the cause. Policies generally cover sudden damage such as hail, wind or a fallen limb, minus your deductible. They usually don't pay for wear and tear, age-related leaks or problems from poor maintenance. Read your policy's roof section — some Mississippi policies pay actual cash value rather than replacement cost on older roofs — and call your agent if you're unsure.

How much does a typical roof leak repair cost?

Small repairs like resealing a pipe boot or replacing a handful of shingles are often a few hundred dollars. Rebuilding flashing at a chimney or wall, or repairing rotted decking under the leak, costs more. We'll tell you the price before any work starts.

Should I repair my roof or replace it?

If the damage is localized and the rest of the roof has life left, repair makes sense. When shingles are brittle and losing granules everywhere, leaks keep appearing in new spots, or the roof is near the end of its expected lifespan, repeated repairs start costing more than they save. An inspection will show which side of that line you're on.

Can you fix a leak during rainy weather?

We can usually tarp an active leak quickly to stop further damage, then make the permanent repair once the roof is dry enough to work on safely.

What does a roof inspection include?

We check shingles, flashing, valleys, vents, pipe boots, gutters and the attic underside of the deck, then give you photos and a plain-English summary of what needs attention now and what can wait.

Finding the leak is half the job

Water travels. A stain over your kitchen may start ten feet uphill at a cracked pipe boot or a nail that backed out. That's why patching the spot directly above a stain so often fails. Our technicians trace the path from the attic side and the roof surface, then repair the actual entry point.

Once we know the cause, you'll get a straightforward explanation and a price. If the decking underneath has soaked long enough to rot, we'll show you photos and replace that section rather than nailing new shingles over soft wood.

Common repairs we handle

Flashing failures

Chimneys, dormers, skylights and walls that meet the roof all rely on metal flashing. Caulk-only fixes dry out quickly in Mississippi sun. We rebuild step and counter flashing properly so water is shed rather than sealed in.

Missing or damaged shingles

Straight-line winds and the edges of tropical systems tear off shingles along ridges and rakes. We match color and profile as closely as available stock allows and reseal surrounding tabs.

Pipe boots and vents

The rubber collars around plumbing vents crack after years of UV exposure — one of the most frequent leak sources we see. Replacement is quick and inexpensive.

Hail and storm damage

Hail bruises fracture the shingle mat even when you can't see it from the ground. We inspect and photograph each slope so you and your insurance adjuster have clear evidence to work from.

Valleys and low spots

Valleys carry the most water on any roof. Worn or poorly woven valleys get new underlayment and properly installed metal or shingle valleys.

For flat-roof leaks around seams, drains or rooftop equipment, explore our TPO repair and low-slope roofing options before deciding whether another patch is the right solution.

Storm Damage: Before & After

Fallen tree damage to a screened back porch roof and eaveBefore
Rebuilt covered back porch with new framing, railings and metal roof after storm damageAfter
Tree damage to a back porch and roof edge, rebuilt from the framing up.
Storm damage? Get it inspected

Fire & Smoke Damage Roof Repair

Heat from a fire can weaken roof decking and warp metal flashing well beyond the area that looks burned. We remove the charred and compromised material, install new decking and underlayment, and rebuild flashing around vents and equipment so the roof is sound again.

Charred roof decking and burned metal flashing after a fire
Fire-damaged flashing and decking
Crew installing new roof decking and synthetic underlayment around rooftop exhaust fans
New decking and synthetic underlayment going down

Fascia, soffit and roof-edge repairs

Damaged fascia and soffit can leave the roof edge exposed to moisture. We check the wood at the eaves, repair deteriorated sections and keep soffit vents clear so the roof edge is protected without blocking attic airflow.

New fascia, soffit vents and stained tongue-and-groove porch ceiling

From first call to dry ceiling

  1. 01

    Call or request online

    Tell us what you're seeing and where. Active leaks get priority.

  2. 02

    Temporary protection

    If water is coming in, we tarp to prevent more interior damage.

  3. 03

    Diagnose & price

    We trace the source and give you a clear repair price up front.

  4. 04

    Repair & inside fixes

    Permanent fix outside — and we can patch drywall and paint inside, too.

Repairs for agents, investors and landlords

Home inspectors frequently flag roof items before a sale: exposed nails, lifted shingles, a soft spot near a vent. We complete those items quickly and provide photo documentation for the buyer's agent. Landlords and property managers can call us for repairs between tenants or after storm events.

Sometimes the honest answer is that a repair isn't worth it. When that's the case we'll say so and walk you through full roof replacement options instead.

Local roof repair coverage

Our repair crews work in Brandon, Flowood, Florence, Pelahatchie, Pearl, Richland, Madison, Ridgeland, Gluckstadt, Flora, North & East Jackson, Clinton, Byram and Terry — plus communities within roughly 100 miles of Brandon.

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