Roof Leak Repair

A roof leak doesn't wait for a convenient time, and neither do we. Washington County Roof and Gutter Repair responds fast to leak emergencies across St. George and Washington County — typically scheduling repairs within one to two weeks, while most local companies book out months. Uriah personally traces every leak to its source and delivers a permanent fix, not a temporary patch that fails during the next monsoon.

Our Leak Repair Process

1. Source identification — Water inside your home rarely enters directly above the stain. It can travel along rafters, underlayment, and sheathing before dripping. We trace the water path back to the actual entry point using visual inspection, moisture detection, and years of experience with Southern Utah roof systems.
2. Damage assessment — Once we find the source, we assess the full extent: Is the underlayment compromised? Has sheathing started to soften? Is there mold? You get the complete picture, not just the visible symptom.
3. Root-cause repair — We fix the actual cause, whether it's a cracked tile, failed flashing, degraded pipe boot, or deteriorated sealant. Surrounding materials are checked and re-sealed to prevent the next failure point from developing inches away.
4. Interior follow-up guidance — We let you know what to watch for inside (stain monitoring, mold risk) and whether drywall or insulation needs attention from an interior contractor.

Why Leaks Happen Faster in Southern Utah

Most roof leaks in St. George aren't caused by a single dramatic event — they're the result of cumulative climate stress. UV radiation at index 9–11 breaks down sealants and rubber pipe boots in as few as 7–8 years. Daily temperature swings of 30–40°F loosen flashing and shift tiles through thermal cycling. When a monsoon storm hits with an inch of rain per hour, the water finds every gap that's been quietly opening for months or years.

The pattern is predictable: a roof that looks fine all summer suddenly leaks during the first heavy July rain. That leak didn't appear overnight — the underlying failure started months or years earlier. That's why we don't just fix the leak; we inspect the surrounding area for the next failure point.

Materials & Techniques

• UV-rated sealants and adhesives — Standard roofing sealants dry out and crack within 2–3 years in our sun. We use products rated for extreme UV that maintain flexibility through thermal cycling
• Matched tile replacement — We carry common St. George tile profiles so replacements blend seamlessly with your existing roof. No mismatched colors or sizes
• Underlayment repair — When the waterproof membrane beneath tiles or shingles is compromised, we replace the affected section with synthetic underlayment rated for high-heat environments
• Flashing re-integration — Failed flashing gets replaced and properly integrated into the surrounding roofing system with step flashing and counter-flashing techniques that create multiple water barriers

Signs You Have a Roof Leak

• Water stains or discoloration on ceilings — yellow or brown rings that grow after rain
• Dripping water during or shortly after rainstorms
• Musty or moldy smell in the attic or upper rooms
• Peeling or bubbling paint on interior walls near the roofline
• Damp or discolored insulation in the attic
• Daylight visible through the roof from inside the attic
• Exterior staining on fascia boards below the roofline

Every day you wait on a leak, the damage grows and the repair cost increases. Call Washington County Roof and Gutter Repair now for a fast, honest assessment — we'll find the source and fix it right.