Fix it right the first time
Roof Repairs & Leak Fixes
Fast, honest repairs — leaks, storm damage, missing shingles, flashing failures.
- Warranty
- Manufacturer + 5-yr GripGo
Roof leaking right now?
Call us — we respond same day on active leaks and can tarp an open roof within 24 hours across the Greater Seattle area.
Before we get there
What to do in the next ten minutes
- 1
Catch the water
Put a bucket under the drip and move furniture and electronics clear. A wet ceiling can let go without warning.
- 2
Relieve a bulging ceiling
If drywall is sagging with trapped water, poke a small hole at the low point with a screwdriver and drain it into a bucket. That's cheaper to patch than a collapsed ceiling.
- 3
Photograph everything
Date-stamped photos of the stain, the bucket and any damaged belongings are what make an insurance claim straightforward later.
- 4
Stay off the roof
Wet Seattle shingles and moss are genuinely dangerous. Leave the climbing to us — we tarp with harnesses and anchors.
- 5
Call us
Tell us where you see water and when it started. We'll talk you through it on the phone and get you on the schedule.
Same-day response
Active leaks jump the queue. Call and we'll tell you honestly when we can be there.
Photo report first
You see what we see — the actual failure, photographed — before any price is quoted.
Insurance paperwork
Storm damage documented for your claim, and we'll meet the adjuster on site.
Diagnosis
Where Seattle roof leaks actually come from
Water almost never enters where it drips inside — it travels along rafters and sheathing first. These are the six failures behind most of the leaks we're called out to in King, Snohomish and Pierce County.
Cracked pipe boots
The rubber collar around plumbing vents dries out and splits at around 10–15 years. It's the single most common leak we find in the Seattle area, and one of the cheapest to fix.
Chimney and skylight flashing
Water runs down the side of a chimney and finds the joint where metal meets masonry. Sealant alone doesn't hold here — the counter flashing has to be let into the mortar.
Failed valleys
Where two roof planes meet, the whole slope's water funnels through. Debris packs in, holds moisture and eats the metal from above.
Wind-lifted shingles
Winter gusts off the Sound break the seal strip along ridges, rakes and eaves. The shingle looks fine from the ground but water blows underneath it.
Missing kickout flashing
Where the roof edge meets a wall, a missing kickout dumps water behind the siding for years. The ceiling stain usually shows up long after the sheathing has rotted.
Moss holding water
Under fir and cedar canopy, moss wicks water up under the shingle edges and keeps the deck damp all winter.
Not sure whether you're looking at a repair or a replacement? Our Seattle roof cost guide walks through both, with a storm-damage checklist you can run from the ground.
What it is & how it works
Roof Repairs & Leak Fixes in plain English
Not every roof needs replacing. If yours has a leak, storm damage, missing shingles, or failing flashing, we'll come out, find the real source, and fix it right — without pushing you into a full tear-off you don't need.
Most Seattle roof leaks trace back to flashing, pipe boots, valleys, or ridge caps — not the shingles themselves. We do a full diagnostic (interior + exterior + attic when accessible), photograph the actual failure, and give you a written repair scope with a clear price before any work starts. Common repairs: replacing cracked pipe boots with lifetime silicone boots, re-flashing chimneys and skylights, patching wind-lifted or missing shingles with matched color, rebuilding failed valley flashing, and sealing nail-pops before they turn into leaks. If a repair won't hold, we'll say so — and give you honest options.
Understanding your options
Tiers, styles & what's included
Tap any tier to see exactly what's in it, what it costs relative to the others, and who it fits best.
Option 1Leak Diagnostics & Repair
Leak Diagnostics & Repair
Water rarely enters where it drips inside — it travels along rafters and sheathing before appearing. We trace it back to the true entry point.
- Interior, exterior, and attic inspection
- Moisture meter readings at drywall and framing
- Photo report of exactly what's failing
- Repair scope with clear pricing before we start
- Same-week response on active leaks
Option 2Storm & Wind Damage
Storm & Wind Damage
Wind-lifted shingles, tree branches, hail — we handle the full repair and insurance paperwork.
- Emergency tarp within 24 hours
- Insurance claim documentation & meet-the-adjuster service
- Color-matched shingle replacement
- Full deck inspection where impact occurred
Option 3Flashing, Boots & Valleys
Flashing, Boots & Valleys
About 90% of leaks aren't shingles — they're the metal work around penetrations.
- Hand-bent step and counter flashing
- Lifetime silicone pipe boots (not the 5-year rubber kind)
- Rebuilt valley flashing with peel-and-stick membrane underneath
- Chimney crown rebuilds and re-flashing
- Kickout flashing added where siding meets roof
Option 4Moss Treatment & Cleaning
Moss Treatment & Cleaning
PNW moss eats shingles from the top down. We treat it before it costs you a roof.
- Hand scrubbing plus spray-on moss treatment (never pressure washed)
- Zinc strip installation to prevent regrowth
- Full debris and gutter cleanout included
- Annual maintenance plans available
Option 5Skylight & Chimney Repairs
Skylight & Chimney Repairs
The two most common leak sources on a Seattle roof, and the two most-often botched by other crews.
- Re-flash skylights without removing the skylight
- Replace failed Velux underlayment kits
- Rebuild chimney counter flashing let into the mortar joint
- Chimney crown re-cap and cricket install upslope of wide chimneys
Option 6Emergency Tarp & Board-Up
Emergency Tarp & Board-Up
Storm just took a chunk of your roof off? We can be on site within 24 hours in the Greater Seattle area to secure it before more damage happens.
- 24-hour emergency tarp service
- Damage documentation for insurance
- Board-up of open decking
- Follow-up scope for permanent repair or replacement
The system
How we approach a repair
A roof is a stack of layers — each one has a job. Here's what goes into every one we build, in plain English.
- Inspection & photo reportDrone + attic + on-roof documentation
- Damaged shingles / flashing / bootsIsolate the failure point
- Ice & water patchPeel-and-stick over the compromised area
- Matched shingle / metal replacementBlends into the surrounding field
- Sealant + fastener checkEvery nail and boot re-checked in the work zone
The honest take
Advantages & things to consider
Advantages
- Same-week response on active leaks
- Written scope with photos before work starts
- Repairs backed by our 10-year workmanship warranty
- We'll tell you honestly if repair vs replace is the smarter call
Things to consider
- Repairs on 25+ year old roofs may only buy 2-5 more years
- Emergency after-hours calls carry a modest trip fee
Is this right for your home?
Quick fit check
What GripGo inspects
Free on-site inspection checklist
Every quote starts with a real inspection — not a driveway guess. Here's what we look at before we write a single number down.
Drone imagery of the whole roof plane
Attic inspection for active leaks & staining
Flashing, boots, and penetration integrity
Decking soundness around the failure
Ventilation balance (root cause check)
Written scope, photos, and honest recommendation
Common questions
What Seattle homeowners ask us about roof repairs & leak fixes
How much does a typical roof repair cost?+
Small repairs (pipe boot, missing shingles, minor flashing) usually run $350 – $850. Mid-sized repairs (valley rebuild, chimney re-flash) are $900 – $2,500. Everything is quoted in writing with photos before we start work.
How do I know if I need a repair or full replacement?+
If the leak is at a specific penetration (pipe, chimney, skylight, valley), it's almost always a repair. If shingles are curling or losing granules across the whole roof, or the roof is over 25 years old with multiple leaks, replacement is usually the smarter dollar. We'll tell you straight — no upsell.
Can you match the color of my old shingles?+
Yes for anything under ~15 years old. Manufacturers keep shingle colors in production for 15 – 20 years, and we save leftover bundles from every install for future repairs. Very old roofs sometimes need a full slope replaced for visual match.
Will a repair void my roof warranty?+
Not when it's done to manufacturer spec — which we do. Repairs performed by non-certified crews can void the warranty. Ask before you hire anyone to touch your roof.
Do you do emergency after-hours calls?+
Yes — call 425.505.0466 anytime. We prioritize active interior leaks and can tarp most Seattle roofs within 24 hours.
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