Roofing contractor in Upper Arlington, OH

Contact us to schedule a roof inspection. We come to the property, assess the shingles, flashing, ridge caps, valleys, and attic ventilation, and give you a written report of what we find. For Upper Arlington's older homes, we pay particular attention to the deck condition and flashing details, which are the most common failure points on mid-century construction.

Whether an overlay is appropriate depends on the condition of the existing shingles and the underlying deck. Many Upper Arlington homes from the 1950s already have one or two shingle layers in place, and adding another layer over compromised decking is not a sound long-term solution. A roof inspection will tell you the actual condition of the deck and whether a tear-off is necessary before new shingles are installed.

Recurring leaks in Upper Arlington's Tudor Revival and colonial homes almost always trace back to failing flashing rather than the shingles themselves. Step flashing along dormers, chimney flashing, and valley intersections are the most common entry points. Patching the interior stain does not stop the leak. We locate the actual entry point on the roof and repair the flashing detail that is allowing water in.

Yes. The mature trees throughout Upper Arlington drop leaves, twigs, and branches that accumulate in roof valleys and gutters. Debris in valleys holds moisture against the shingles and accelerates wear, particularly on north-facing planes that stay damp longer. Falling limbs during spring storms can also crack shingles and damage ridge caps. A post-storm roof inspection is the best way to know what the trees left behind.