Shingle Roof Repair Orlando, FL
Most Orlando homes have an asphalt shingle roof, and Florida heat ages shingles faster than the warranty suggests. Expect 15 to 20 years. A repair at the right time is what gets your roof to the far end of that range. Need shingle roof repair? Orlando Roof Repair Co replaces the damaged shingles, reseals the ones around them and checks the flashing while we're up there.
Call (407) 555-0199Can a shingle roof be repaired instead of replaced?
Yes, when the shingles around the damage are still flexible and the roof is under about 15 to 18 years old. A roofer replaces the missing or damaged shingles, reseals the surrounding tabs and checks the pipe boots and flashing. Brittle, bald shingles across whole slopes point to replacement.
Signs You Need Shingle Roof Repairs
- Shingles missing or lying in the yard after wind
- Corners curling up or tabs lifting
- Bald patches where the granules have worn off
- Granules collecting in the gutters or at the downspouts
- Nail heads popping up through the shingles
- Cracked rubber boots around the vent pipes
What wears out shingles in Orlando
The sun does most of it. UV dries out the asphalt, the granules loosen and the shingle turns brittle. Summer storms then lift the brittle tabs. A hot, badly ventilated attic speeds everything up. The dark streaks on north-facing slopes are algae. They're ugly but mostly harmless.
Three-tab vs. architectural shingles
Older Orlando roofs often have flat three-tab shingles. They're thinner, they catch the wind, and many manufacturers have stopped making them, so matching can be hard. Architectural shingles are thicker and rated for higher wind. We repair both, as long as the surrounding shingles are still flexible enough to lift without breaking.
Next steps for your roof
A shingle repair costs far less than the ceiling damage one missing shingle can cause. If wind did it, see storm damage roof repair. If your roof is past 18 years and leaking in more than one spot, compare the price with a roof replacement. For shingle roof repair, Orlando homeowners can call us for a free inspection and a written price.
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Shingle Roof Repair questions
Can you replace just a few shingles?
Yes. It's one of our most common repairs, and it works well when the rest of the roof is still flexible.
Will the new shingles match?
They'll be close. Shingles fade in the sun, so new ones beside 12-year-old ones can look a little different for a while. If your color has been discontinued, we use the nearest match.
How do I know if my shingle roof is too old to repair?
When shingles crack as we lift them, whole slopes have lost their granules, or leaks show up in several places, repairs stop holding. We'll show you photos so you can see which stage your roof is at.
More Roof Repair Services
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Roof Leak Repair
We track the leak back to where the water gets in and fix it there. No guessing.
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Emergency Roof Repair
Water coming through the ceiling? We tarp the roof to stop the damage, then come back and fix it properly.
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Storm Damage Roof Repair
Wind, hail and fallen-limb damage repaired, with dated photos of every slope for your records.
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Tile Roof Repair
Cracked and slipped tiles replaced, and the underlayment beneath them repaired where the leak really starts.
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Metal Roof Repair
Loose screws, cracked sealant and leaking seams fixed on standing seam and screw-down metal roofs.
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Flat Roof Repair
Ponding water, split seams, blisters and failed flashing repaired on modified bitumen, TPO and rolled roofing.
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Commercial Roof Repair
Leak repair and maintenance for low-slope roofs on shops, offices, warehouses and apartment buildings.
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Roof Inspection
A roofer on your roof and in your attic, photos of what we find, and a straight answer about what needs doing.
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Roof Replacement
A full re-roof when repairs no longer make sense. We handle the permit, tear-off and inspections.
Ready to get your roof fixed?
Free inspection and a written price for your shingle roof repair.