FAQ
How Do I Know if a Leak Is From Flashing and Not the Shingles Themselves?
Flashing leaks tend to show up at transition points — around chimneys, where two roof planes meet in a valley, at sidewalls, or around vent pipes — rather than in the open field of a roof slope. If a stain lines up with one of these transitions, flashing is the more likely cause. Our inspection checks both possibilities before any flashing repair is quoted.
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Flashing Repair in Houston?
Coverage typically depends on cause. Flashing damaged by a documented wind event is more commonly covered than flashing that failed from age or wear. We provide photo documentation of the damage and cause to support a claim, though the final coverage decision rests with the carrier.
How Long Does Properly Installed Flashing Last in Houston’s Climate?
Galvanized steel flashing typically holds up 20+ years when installed correctly, though Houston’s humidity and UV exposure shorten the life of sealant-only patches to a few years. This is why we prioritize mechanical flashing repairs over sealant-only fixes wherever the roof structure allows it.
Can flashing be repaired without replacing the whole roof?
In most cases, yes. Flashing repair is typically an isolated fix to a specific joint or transition, and doesn’t require touching the rest of the roof unless surrounding shingles were also damaged by the same leak.
Why does my flashing keep leaking after previous caulk repairs?
Caulk-only repairs address the surface but not the underlying metal gap. Once Houston’s heat cycles crack the sealant, the same leak path reopens. A mechanical flashing repair or replacement resolves the root cause.
Do I need a permit for flashing repair in Houston?
Isolated flashing repair typically falls under routine maintenance and does not require a City of Houston permit. Larger flashing rebuilds tied to broader roof work may require permitting depending on scope.
How quickly should a flashing leak be repaired?
Active flashing leaks should be addressed as soon as possible. Water entering at a flashing joint often tracks along the decking before showing an interior stain, so visible damage usually means the leak has been present for a while.
Does flashing repair affect my roof’s warranty?
Flashing repairs completed by our GAF Certified Plus team are performed to manufacturer specifications and do not void an existing GAF material warranty. Repairs completed by non-certified installers may affect coverage.
What’s included in a written flashing repair estimate?
Our estimate itemizes which flashing points need work, the materials to be used, and the total cost before any work begins — there are no hourly surprises added after the job starts.