Roof leaks
Ceiling stains, damp attic insulation, drips during heavy rain. We trace the water back to where it's actually getting in — which is rarely right above the stain — and seal it properly.
Roof Repair · Greater Houston
Roof Repair in Houston, TX
A stain on the ceiling, a shingle in the yard after a windy night, a drip in the attic after a Gulf downpour — most roof problems start small and specific. ProBuild finds the actual source, fixes it properly, and tells you honestly when a repair is enough and when it isn't. Free inspection, photos of what we find, and a written estimate.
- Same-day inspections available
- 24/7 customer support
- Emergency tarping may be available for active leaks
- Insured
What We Fix
Common roof problems we repair in Houston
These are the issues behind most repair calls we get. Many are quick fixes when caught early.
Missing or damaged shingles
Blown-off, cracked, curled or lifted shingles leave underlayment exposed to sun and rain. We replace damaged shingles and check that surrounding seals are still bonded.
Flashing problems
Flashing at chimneys, walls, skylights and valleys is a top leak source. Rusted, loose, improperly lapped or caulk-only flashing gets replaced with properly integrated metal.
Pipe boots, vents & penetrations
The rubber collar on a plumbing vent boot cracks in Houston sun within years. Boots, vent flashings, satellite mounts and other penetrations are among the most common — and cheapest — leaks to fix.
Wind damage
Straight-line winds lift and crease shingles and break the sealant strip. Creased shingles may still be in place but will fail. We replace damaged courses and re-seal where needed.
Hail damage
Hail bruises shingles, knocks off granules and dents vents and flashing. Limited damage can be repaired; widespread damage may mean replacement and an insurance claim. See our hail damage guide.
Ventilation-related problems
Poor attic ventilation traps heat and moisture, which can shorten shingle life and cause condensation that looks like a leak. We check intake and exhaust when we're on the roof.
Valleys, ridges & edges
Valleys carry the most water on the roof; ridge caps and eave edges take the most wind. Worn valley material, loose ridge caps and missing drip edge are frequent repair items.
Gutter & drainage issues
Overflowing or detached gutters push water back under the roof edge and down the fascia. We repair and re-pitch gutters and can install seamless gutters.
Finding the Source
Where roof leaks actually come from
The stain on your ceiling is where the water ended up, not where it started. Water enters at a failure point, then follows the slope of the roof decking, runs along a rafter or the top of the underlayment, and drops when it hits an obstacle — often several feet downhill and sometimes on a different part of the house entirely.
That's why sealing the spot above the stain so often fails. A proper leak repair starts by asking where water could be entering uphill of the stain, then checking each candidate:
- Pipe boots and vent flashings above the stain
- Wall, chimney and skylight flashing on that slope
- Valleys and roof-to-roof transitions
- Lifted, cracked or missing shingles, and exposed or "shiner" nails
- Ridge and hip caps, and the edges where wind gets underneath
- Gutters and drip edge — water backing up rather than coming through
Sometimes what looks like a roof leak isn't one: condensation from poor ventilation, a leaking A/C drain line in the attic, or a plumbing vent can all stain a ceiling. A good inspection rules those out before you pay for roof work you don't need.
We don't guess
Every ProBuild repair starts with a free inspection: we trace the leak, photograph the source, and quote the repair that actually fixes it. If we can't find the source from the roof, we check the attic.
Small Problem, Bigger Problem
Why waiting on a roof repair usually costs more
A cracked pipe boot is a small repair. A cracked pipe boot that has been letting water into the attic for two rainy seasons is a decking repair, wet insulation, a stained ceiling and possibly a mold problem. Roof damage compounds because everything under the roof covering is designed to stay dry:
- Decking. Plywood and OSB delaminate and rot when repeatedly wet, and the damaged sheets have to be replaced during the repair or the next replacement.
- Insulation and ceilings. Wet insulation stops insulating; drywall stains, sags and eventually fails.
- Mold and air quality. Houston's humidity means a wet attic doesn't dry out quickly.
- Exposed underlayment. Where shingles are missing, underlayment degrades quickly in the sun and the next storm finds the weak spot.
- Energy costs. Failed ventilation and wet insulation push attic temperatures and cooling bills up.
- Insurance. Insurers generally cover sudden storm damage, not damage from deferred maintenance. Documenting and addressing problems promptly protects you.
None of this is a reason to panic — it's a reason to get the roof looked at while the fix is still small.
Honest Recommendations
When is a repair enough — and when isn't it?
We'll recommend a repair whenever a repair genuinely solves the problem. A repair usually makes sense when the damage is localized, the roof has plenty of life left, and the decking underneath is sound. Replacement is usually the better value when leaks keep appearing in different places, damage covers multiple slopes, the decking is soft, or the roof is near the end of its expected life — at that point repairs become a series of down payments on a roof you'll need anyway.
Usually a repair
- One leak with a clear source
- A few missing or damaged shingles
- Failed pipe boot, vent or flashing
- Localized wind or hail damage
- Roof otherwise in good condition
Usually a replacement
- Repeated leaks in different places
- Widespread granule loss, curling or cracking
- Hail or wind damage across several slopes
- Soft, sagging or rotted decking
- Roof near the end of its expected life
Read our full guide to roof replacement in Houston, including the repair-vs-replace comparison table.
How It Works
How a ProBuild roof repair works
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Call or schedule
Tell us what you're seeing. Same-day inspections are available when scheduling permits; support is available 24/7.
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Free inspection
We inspect the roof and, if needed, the attic; we trace the leak or damage to its source and photograph it.
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Written estimate
A clear estimate for the repair that fixes the cause — and an honest note if we think replacement is the better value.
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Repair
Most repairs are completed in a single visit with matching materials where possible.
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Photos & follow-up
Before-and-after photos of the repair, and we stay in touch to make sure the problem is solved.
Storm & Emergency
Storm damage and emergency roof repairs
After hail, high winds or a tropical storm, the first priority is stopping water from getting in. Emergency tarping may be available for active roof leaks; ProBuild documents the damage with photos and schedules the permanent repair — and if the damage may be covered by insurance, the same documentation supports your claim.
Hail damage
What hail does to a roof and what to look for safely from the ground.
Hail damage guideWind damage
Lifted, creased and missing shingles after straight-line winds.
Wind damage repairEmergency roof repair
Tarping and securing after a tree limb, storm or sudden leak.
Emergency repairHurricane & tropical storm
What to do before and after a Gulf storm.
Hurricane damageRoof Repair FAQ
Common questions about roof repair in Houston
Does a roof leak mean I need a new roof?
Usually not. Most leaks come from a specific failure point — a cracked pipe boot, loose flashing, a lifted or missing shingle, a clogged valley — and can be repaired. Replacement becomes the better option when leaks keep appearing in different places, damage is widespread, or the roof is near the end of its expected life. An inspection is the only way to know which situation you have.
How quickly can ProBuild repair a roof leak in Houston?
Same-day inspections are available when scheduling permits, and customer support is available 24/7. If the roof is actively leaking or storm-damaged, emergency tarping may be available to secure it first, followed by the permanent repair.
Why is water showing up in a different spot than the damage?
Water follows the slope of the roof and the underlayment, runs along rafters and decking, and usually shows up several feet downhill from where it entered. That's why we trace leaks to their source instead of sealing the spot where the stain appears.
Can hail or wind damage be repaired instead of replacing the roof?
Often, yes — when the damage is limited to one area or a small number of shingles. Widespread hail bruising or wind damage across several slopes usually points to replacement, which may be covered by your homeowners insurance. We document what we find with photos either way. See hail damage roof repair.
Is the repair inspection really free?
Yes. ProBuild inspects the roof, photographs what we find and provides a written estimate at no cost and with no obligation. What a free inspection includes.
Leak, missing shingles or storm damage?
Get a free inspection, photos of the source, and a written estimate for the repair that actually fixes it.