Roof repair is the right job when the leak has a small source. Roof replacement is the right job when the shingles are worn out across the roof. The chimney is often what decides which one you are looking at.
Repair is enough when
The ceiling stain sits next to the chimney, a plumbing vent, or a skylight. A lifted flashing, a split pipe boot, or a handful of torn shingles can be fixed without stripping the roof. Granules still cover most of the shingles, and the leak showed up in one place.
Replacement is the honest answer when
Shingles are curled, cracked, or bald across whole slopes. Leaks show up in more than one room. The roof is past the years it was rated for, and patches would only move the water to the next weak spot. A new roof has to be tied back into the chimney so the flashing ends on a finished edge, not on a gap.
Get the choice in writing
A1 inspects the shingles, the flashing, and the drainage, then explains the options before any work starts. Ask for a roof inspection if you are not sure. If the source is already clear, go straight to roof repair or roof replacement. Call (855) 822-5521 for a free estimate.
