Roof leaking? Read this before you call anyone.
What to do when your attic is wet after a storm. Honest answers from TruRoof, roof inspection and free estimate in Alexandria, KY.
You climbed into the attic after that heavy rain and saw a dark wet patch on the plywood. Now you are not sure if it is old damage or a fresh leak. Homes around Old Town Alexandria and along US-27 face this every storm season. Water sneaks in fast and rots the decking before you even see a stain on the ceiling.
That wet spot means water is getting past your shingles or flashing. The entry point is often higher up the roof slope. Rain hits a cracked pipe boot, a lifted shingle edge, or rusted flashing near a chimney. Then it runs downhill and soaks the wood right above where you found the stain.
Most attic leak traces in Alexandria take 45 to 90 minutes. A simple fix like sealing a pipe boot runs a few hundred dollars. Replacing torn flashing or a patch of missing shingles costs more, depending on roof pitch and how far the water traveled. The real risk is hidden rot that spreads under dry plywood. An inspection finds it before the repair bill doubles.
Mark the wet area with blue tape right now. Go outside and look at the roof slope directly above that spot, then scan the ridge and any vent pipes. Do not climb onto a wet roof. Call TruRoof for a free inspection. We walk the roof, take photos, and hand you a written estimate that same day.
Once it is fixed, you will go up to the attic on the next rainy night and see nothing but dry wood. No drip sounds. No musty smell. Just a tight roof keeping your Alexandria home safe.
What people in Alexandria say
"I'm reviewing my two new roofs, on my house and my garage, installed by TruRoof. The company, and Damon Chuke, their representative, helped me work with the insurance company, and with understanding all the details of the whole process. They took out an obsolete chimney, were on time and professional, and the finished roofs and flashing are beautiful. Many compliments from neighbors. Highly recommended by me."
"We have a beautiful condo in a historic building from the 1840s. Late November had a bad leak in the dining room area. I called Britt at TruRoof who came out and inspected the entire roof of the building. He said to do the entire roof could be around $50,000. But then he started laughing and said you need to caulk the area around one of the chimneys. I thought he was nuts, but I did the caulking, which cost me about 25 bucks worth of outdoor caulk, and there are no more leaks. I cannot express my appreciation for his diligence and his honesty. That kind of a company and a person is rare these days. Highly, highly, highly recommend these guys."
"TruRoof did an outstanding job from start to finish. Communication leading up to the start date was great. Once on site and the project started, everything went as discussed, and the crew was very professional."
Other things people in Alexandria ask
how much should a roof inspection cost
Our inspections are free and come with photos and a written report you keep, whether or not you hire us.
what does a roof inspection include
Shingles, flashing, penetrations, gutters, attic ventilation and decking, documented with photos.
why do i keep getting calls about roof inspections
Storm chasers follow hail maps. Use a local, licensed company that will still be here in five years.
how to choose a roofing contractor
Ask for a local address and a written estimate. Check that they have insurance and a license. Read reviews and ask for references. A good contractor will walk you through the job, not just hand you a number. Get at least three quotes before you decide.
shingles curling and losing granules
Curling and granule loss mean the shingles are past the middle of their life. A few bad shingles can be replaced. If it is widespread, start budgeting for a tear-off. Get an inspection with photos so you can see the truth.
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TruRoof handles roof inspection and free estimate in Alexandria and the area around it.