A leak or some storm damage doesn\u2019t always mean a new roof. Here\u2019s how we decide between a repair and a replacement \u2014 and how you can tell which one you\u2019re probably looking at.
When a repair makes sense
If the damage is localized and the rest of the roof is in good shape, a repair is usually the right call. Good signs for a repair:
- A handful of shingles lost to wind, in one area
- An isolated leak around a vent, chimney or valley
- A roof that\u2019s still relatively young, with shingles that are still sealed down
- Flashing that\u2019s come loose but is otherwise sound
For a standard shingle repair we charge a flat $274.39 plus GST \u2014 one hour on site plus a bundle of shingles \u2014 with extra time billed hourly and ridge cap or flashing extra. You can book one online without playing phone tag.
When a patch won\u2019t hold
The thing most homeowners can\u2019t see from the ground is whether the shingles around the damage have lost their seal. Once that seal is gone, a patch won\u2019t survive the next big prairie wind \u2014 and you\u2019ve paid twice. That\u2019s the moment a repair stops being worth it.
Lean toward replacement when:
- Shingles are brittle, curling or losing granules across the whole roof
- You\u2019ve had leaks in more than one spot
- The roof is near the end of its life and you\u2019d be patching every year
- A storm has bruised or cracked shingles over a wide area
Storm and hail damage
Hail damage often isn\u2019t obvious from the ground, so after a confirmed storm \u2014 especially on a roof over 15 years old \u2014 it\u2019s worth a proper look. If the damage is real, we document it the right way and can help you through your insurance claim. Our roof inspections page has more on what we check.
The bottom line: we\u2019ll tell you straight which one you need. If a repair will genuinely do the job, we\u2019ll do that instead of selling you a roof you don\u2019t need. If it won\u2019t hold, we\u2019ll say so \u2014 and why.