Roof Repair Near You That Tracks Down the Real Leak and Fixes Flashing, Shingles, Skylights and Storm Damage
Charleston Roofs and Windows Checks Your Attic and Your Roof Before It Quotes, So You Pay to Fix the Leak, Not Guess at It
Water on the ceiling? Shingles in the yard? Charleston Roofs and Windows is the roof repair team near you that checks your attic and your roof before quoting. You pay to fix the leak, not to guess at it.
Free leak inspections. Same-day tarping when a storm opens your roof. A W2 project manager on every repair, and a straight answer if a repair is all you need. Rated 4.9 stars by 680 homeowners.
- Atlas Pro+ Diamond Level
- Viwinco Blue Label
- BBB A+ Accredited
- 4.9 Stars, 680 Google Reviews
- 0% Financing for 12 Months
How to Choose a Roof Repair Company Near You That Won't Push a New Roof on You
Choosing a roof repair company near you comes down to one test: will they fix what's broken, or sell you what pays them most? Charleston Roofs and Windows hears it constantly. Homeowners call around about one leak and get back only replacement quotes.
"We had a small leak in our roof, Charleston Roofs and Windows was 1 of the 2 companies that responded to us, all others only wanted to do a complete reroofing project."
Three Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Roof Repair Contractor
Will You Look in My Attic Before You Quote?
Water travels. It can enter at a pipe boot and drip through a light fixture 10 feet away. A roofer who only walks the shingles is guessing.
How Charleston Roofs and Windows Answers
Inspection managers like Eric Chesnutt and Michael Kelley check the attic and the roof on every leak call. They follow stains, wet insulation and daylight back to the entry point, then photograph it so you see exactly what they see.
● Attic-to-Roof Leak Tracing
Inside first, outside second. That's how we match the drip in your hallway to the exact flashing, boot or nail letting the water in.
Will You Quote a Repair, or Only a Replacement?
Some roofers only quote full replacements because that's where the margin is. If a repair will buy your roof years, you deserve to hear that.
How Charleston Roofs and Windows Answers
We quote what your roof needs. When a repair makes sense, you get a repair price. When the roof is near the end, we show you why and give you both numbers so you can choose.
Who Stands Behind the Repair After the Crew Leaves?
A patch is only as good as the company that picks up the phone when it rains again. Ask who supervises the work and who you call if the leak comes back.
How Charleston Roofs and Windows Answers
A W2 project manager oversees every repair and checks the work before the crew packs up. We've been here since 2012, so you'll know where to find us next storm.
● Atlas Pro+ Diamond Level
Atlas Pro+ has three tiers: Gold, Platinum and Diamond. Charleston Roofs and Windows holds Diamond, the top tier, and is the only Diamond Level contractor in our service area.
Signs You Need Roof Repair Before the Next Lowcountry Downpour
Roof repair is the targeted fix of a specific failure, like a cracked pipe boot, lifted flashing or a handful of missing shingles, without replacing the whole roof. Charleston Roofs and Windows sees the same early warning signs on Lowcountry homes every week.
Signs Inside Your Home
- Brown rings or bubbling paint on a ceiling, often near a light, vent or chimney.
- A drip that only shows up in wind-driven rain, which points to flashing or an edge.
- Daylight through the roof boards when you look up in the attic.
- Wet or matted insulation, or a musty smell in an upstairs room.
Signs You Can Spot From the Yard
- Shingles or shingle tabs in the grass or gutters after a storm.
- Granules piling up at the bottom of your downspouts.
- Rusted, bent or lifted metal around the chimney, walls or skylights.
- Tree limbs resting on or rubbing against the roof.
"We discovered a leak (rain dripping from a can light) and called Chas Roofs & Windows. They responded immediately, as hurricane Helene was on its way."
Why Your Roof Leak Shows Up Far From Where the Water Gets In
A roof leak is water that gets past the shingles and underlayment, then follows decking, rafters and wiring until it finds a place to drip. That's why Charleston Roofs and Windows traces every leak from the attic and the roof before writing a price.
Step One: The Attic
Our inspection manager starts inside. He looks for the highest point of staining on the decking and rafters, because water runs downhill from where it enters.
- Stains and drip trails on decking, rafters and the backs of drywall.
- Daylight around vents, plumbing pipes and the chimney chase.
- Wet or compressed insulation directly under the leak path.
- Rusty nail tips, a clue to condensation from poor attic ventilation.
Step Two: The Roof
Then he goes up top to the matching spot, checks every penetration and seam nearby, and photographs what failed. You see photos before you see a price.
The Most Common Leak Sources We Find
- What You Notice Inside Drip near a bathroom or kitchen vent pipe
- Usual Repair Replace the boot and reseal the surrounding shingles
- What You Notice Inside Stain on the ceiling or wall beside the fireplace
- Usual Repair Replace step and counter flashing, repair chase wood
- What You Notice Inside Stain under the spot where two roof slopes meet
- Usual Repair Reline the valley and reset the shingles
- What You Notice Inside Leak after wind-driven rain
- Usual Repair Replace shingles and seal the surrounding tabs
- What You Notice Inside Drip high in the attic near the peak
- Usual Repair Replace the vent and ridge cap
- What You Notice Inside Water at the skylight frame or well
- Usual Repair Reflash, reseal or replace the skylight
- What You Notice Inside Small drips in random spots
- Usual Repair Pull, replace and seal the fasteners
- What You Notice Inside Stain where a roof meets a second-story wall
- Usual Repair Replace step flashing and the trim above it
"Michael came to assess the situation. He went up on the roof and took some pictures and showed us where the wood between the cap and chimney was all rotted."
Roof Repairs Charleston Roofs and Windows Handles Every Week
Charleston Roofs and Windows repairs shingle, metal and flat roofs on homes and commercial buildings across the Lowcountry. These are the repairs our crews do most.
Flashing Repair
Flashing is the metal that seals the joints where your roof meets a chimney, wall, skylight or dormer. It's where most of the leaks we see begin. We replace bent, rusted or lifted flashing instead of smearing sealant over it.
Valley and Ridge Repair
Valleys carry more water than any other part of your roof, and ridges take the hardest wind. We reline worn valleys and replace cracked or blown-off ridge caps.
Pipe Boot and Vent Repair
The rubber collar around a plumbing vent cracks after years of sun, and it's one of the cheapest leaks to fix. We also replace cracked box and ridge vents, and recommend a ventilation upgrade when an attic runs hot and damp.
Skylight Leak Repair
We reseal and reflash leaking skylights. When the unit itself is failing, with fogged glass or a cracked frame, we replace it.
Missing and Damaged Shingles
Wind, limbs and age knock shingles loose. We match replacements as closely as the product line allows and seal the tabs around them.
Rotten Decking Repair
When water has been getting in for a while, the plywood under the shingles goes soft. We cut out and replace the rotten section so the new shingles have something solid to nail into.
"Charleston Roofs and Windows did a great job repairing some Hardie Plank and flashing around my chimney and installing some roof vents. Their price was very competitive and their customer service was great."
Emergency Roof Repair and Same-Day Tarping When the Storm Won't Wait
Emergency roof repair is the work that stops water from entering your home right now: tarping an opening, sealing a failure or patching storm damage until the permanent fix. Charleston Roofs and Windows tarps openings the same day to keep the weather out.
What to Do While You Wait for Us
- Move valuables out from under the drip.
- Catch the water and keep people clear of a sagging ceiling.
- Shut off power to a light fixture that's dripping.
- Take photos of the leak for your records.
- Stay off the roof. Wet shingles are dangerous.
Storm Damage We Fix Fast
Wind and Hurricane Damage
Lifted shingles, torn ridge caps and peeled-back flashing after tropical systems. Much of it can't be seen from the ground, so Charleston Roofs and Windows checks from the roof itself.
Fallen Trees and Limbs
A limb through the roof gets tarped the same day. Then we replace the broken decking, reshingle the area and make sure the rafters underneath are sound.
"A tree branch came through my roof on a Friday afternoon. Dallas was there within the hour and had it repaired that night, because there was a chance of rain."
Repair or Replace? The Honest Call Charleston Roofs and Windows Makes on Every Roof
Repair fixes a specific failure on a roof that still has life left. Replacement makes sense when damage is widespread, the decking is failing or the roof is near its end. Charleston Roofs and Windows gives you the honest call, and both prices when it's close.
The Repair vs Replace Decision Table
- Roof age Under about 15 years
- Damage area One spot or one slope
- Leak history First leak with a clear cause
- Decking Solid, with one small soft spot
- Shingle condition Lying flat and holding granules
- Repair price A small share of a new roof
- Roof age About 20 years or older
- Damage area Several areas, or roughly 30% of the roof or more
- Leak history Repeat leaks in different places
- Decking Soft or sagging across whole sections
- Shingle condition Curling, cracking or bald patches
- Repair price Climbing past 25 to 40% of a new roof
"Eric was great and professional without being pushy. They were willing to do repairs on our roof when several other companies were pushing only a new roof option. He quoted us for the repair and a replacement."
When Your Roof Is Still Under Someone Else's Warranty
If your roof, or something mounted on it, is young enough to still be covered by its installer's or manufacturer's warranty, Charleston Roofs and Windows tells you. That repair may cost you nothing, and outside work can complicate the coverage.
We'll still inspect for free and give you the photos and details to take back to the original company.
"Had a roof leak, they inspected my roof for free and provided the information I needed to get it fixed under my solar panel warranty."
And When It's a Roof We Installed
Charleston Roofs and Windows backs its workmanship. One customer found a small leak about five years after we replaced their roof, outside the warranty window. We traced it to the original flashing and fixed it free.
"Although we were outside of our warranty window, they recognized a problem with the original installation of the flashing. They stood by their work and quickly remediated it for free."
How to Reach Charleston Roofs and Windows and Where to Find Us
Charleston Roofs and Windows answers the phone when your ceiling starts dripping. Call, book online or stop by, and an inspection manager can usually trace your leak within a day or two.
Call Us
Talk to the Charleston Roofs and Windows office team at 843-955-8558. Tell them where the water is showing up, and they'll book your free leak inspection on the first call.
843-955-8558 →Book Online
Fill out the free inspection form and add a note about the leak. Our office calls you back to confirm a time.
Visit Our Office
Charleston Roofs and Windows 9565 William Aiken Ave Ste 102Ladson, SC 29456
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What Happens After You Reach Out
We call you back to confirm a time, or to get a crew rolling for same-day tarping.
An inspection manager visits, checks your attic and roof, and photographs the leak source.
You get a written estimate in plain language, with financing options.
You decide. No pressure, and no "today only" pricing.