Roofing Company Blog: Roof Repair

Brian visited a home in Hampton to investigate a persistent drip inside the house. What we captured for this look at Roofing for Reel was a situation we don't see every day.

We headed out to Newport News, Virginia, where the combination of coastal moisture and older architecture always keeps us on our toes. Brian uncovered a classic example of why a popular home makeover trend actually spells serious trouble for local homeowners.

When it comes to your home, a documented history of care and maintenance is just as valuable as a clean Carfax is for a vehicle. At The Roofing Company, Inc., our detailed "Property Facts" tracking delivers long-term peace of mind and protects your investment.

When Brian stepped onto this roof in Newport News, he wasn't just looking at a repair; he was looking at a piece of Virginia history. This Vermont slate has been protecting this home for 104 years.

We visited a home where the owners were frustrated by a persistent drip that other contractors just couldn't seem to locate. After some careful investigating, we found the culprit: a nail in the bond. The Problem The issue was a classic "needle in a haystack" scenario.

When Brian headed out to a beautiful home in Williamsburg, he found a situation that’s all too common in the Tidewater area. The homeowner had a wide brick chimney that was causing a bit of a headache.

Recent storms have been a powerful reminder of how important a strong, secure roof is for protecting our homes. But the danger hasn't passed yet. For us here in Hampton Roads, hurricane season officially continues through the end of November, meaning more severe weather could still be on its way.

When you look at the diverse architecture of Hampton Roads, you see a story told in rooftops—from classic architectural shingles to modern standing-seam metal and timeless, historic slate. While these surfaces are beautiful, the real magic lies in the sophisticated systems beneath and within them.

The Roofing Company, Inc. provides time and material estimates for specific projects due to the potential for unforeseen pre-existing conditions that can arise during the work.

We've all seen it - that annoying gap between the fascia board and the bottom of the roof deck that leaves a vulnerable entry point for roof rats, birds, squirrels, and all kinds of other unwelcome critters to make their way into your home.