Before you decide

This guide is for homeowners with a leak or a few damaged areas.

Checklist: roof repair

Work through these before or during your estimate for roof repair.

Note when leaks appear – rain or wind. Photograph stains – record. Check the attic – signs. Know the roof\'s age – records. Book an inspection – free.

Questions to ask at the estimate

How is cleanup handled after roof repair? How long will roof repair take? Does my roof need roof repair? What did the inspection photos show about roof repair?

Related services

Written inspection reports. Leak diagnosis.

Common mistakes

Avoid patching the ceiling stain without finding where water enters.

About the business

Roofing Doctor offers 24/7 emergency service.

Who else to talk to

Let neighbors know when roof repair will happen; crews and ladders can affect shared driveways or property lines.

Questions about cost

Do not let budget worries stop you from asking about roof repair. A free estimate shows what is realistic for roof repair.

What a good result means to you

Household members may want different things from roof repair. An estimate visit is a good time to talk roof repair through together.

Reading the house

Older houses often hide surprises behind trim, which can change roof repair once work starts.

The local picture

Rhode Island towns covered include Cranston, Warwick, Newport and North Kingstown; homeowners in Warren, Swansea and Warwick can ask about roof repair when booking an inspection.

What happens next

The company says it recommends only what the roof actually needs.

The basics of roof repair

Roof repair fixes leaks, missing shingles and flashing failures on a roof that is otherwise sound.

How the crew approaches it

The crew inspects, photographs the problem, explains it in a written report and repairs it once you approve.

Getting organized

Collect any paperwork from past roof or gutter work before roof repair is discussed; warranties and dates help.

Maintenance over the years

A simple yearly look at roof repair from the ground catches small problems before they grow.

Where the office is

For homeowners in Riverside, the office is at 12 Crown Avenue, Barrington, RI 02806.

Read more at callroofdoctors.com, or call (401) 381-5013 to speak with the office.

Roofing Doctor

This article is general information; every roof is different, and an inspection sets the actual plan.