Most roof repairs in Charleston are finished in a single visit: lifted or missing shingles, cracked pipe boots, loose ridge caps and failed flashing around chimneys and walls. We find the actual cause, fix it with matching materials, and tell you honestly whether the rest of the roof has years left or is close to replacement.
Repairs range from a single roof leak repair to 24/7 emergency tarping and full hurricane damage repair. Not sure what you need? Start with a free roof inspection.
Roof repair services
Emergency Roof Repair
Active leak or tree on the roof? 24/7 emergency tarping and dry-in to stop the water now and protect the inside of your home.
Storm & Hurricane Damage
Hurricane, tropical storm and wind damage inspected, photographed for insurance, tarped and repaired with wind-rated materials.
Roof Leak Repair
We trace leaks to the real source, which is rarely right above the stain, and fix it so it stays dry through the next storm.
Roof Resurfacing & Re-Covering
Restoration coatings, metal roof refinishing and re-covers that add years to a sound roof for less than a full replacement.
Roof Inspection
Free inspection with a photo report showing condition, remaining life and anything that needs attention now.
Insurance Claim Help
Photo documentation, a written scope and an adjuster meeting so storm damage is recorded accurately.
Repairs we handle every week
- Wind-lifted, creased or missing shingles and ridge caps
- Cracked or rotted plumbing pipe boots
- Step and counter flashing at chimneys, dormers and side walls
- Valley leaks caused by live oak and pine debris
- Soft or rotted decking around past leak spots
- Loose or corroded fasteners on metal roofs
- Skylight seals and curb flashing
- Piazza and porch roof tie-ins on Charleston single houses
Repair or replace? A straight answer
Repair makes sense when the roof is under roughly 15 years old and the damage is limited to one area. Replacement usually makes more sense when an asphalt roof is 18 to 20+ years old, leaks show up in more than one place, granules are washing into the gutters, or the decking is soft in several spots. Charleston's heat, humidity and salt air age roofs faster than the national averages you read online, so we judge the roof in front of us, not a chart.
If repair is the right call, we'll say so. If a repair would only buy a few months, we'll show you photos and explain why.
Why Lowcountry roofs fail where they do
Salt air corrodes exposed nails and flashing, especially east of the Cooper and on the islands. Summer humidity feeds the black streaks of algae on north-facing slopes. Afternoon thunderstorms drive rain sideways under worn shingle edges. And the live oaks that make Charleston beautiful drop leaves and limbs straight into valleys and gutters. A good repair accounts for all of that, not just the visible hole.
Frequently asked questions
How much does roof repair cost in Charleston, SC?
Small repairs such as replacing a few shingles or a pipe boot typically run about $350 to $900. Flashing rebuilds, valley repairs or decking replacement typically run $900 to $3,000+. You get a written price before any work starts.
Can you match my existing shingles?
Usually, yes. We match the brand, color and profile as closely as possible. On older roofs the new shingles can look slightly brighter at first and blend in as they weather.
Do I need a permit for a roof repair?
Minor repairs often don't need one, while re-roofing work generally does in the City of Charleston and surrounding towns. When a permit is required, we pull it.
How long does a roof repair last?
A properly done repair should last as long as the surrounding roof. If the rest of the roof is near the end of its life, we'll tell you before you spend money on it.