Roof Leak Repair

Some roof leaks are obvious while others are heads scratchers. One thing is for certain, Kuhl specializes in solving leaks that other companies can't find. We love the challenge so bring us your challenge!

Do you have a roof leak playing hide and seek? Kuhl always finds it.

This may seem obvious, but the first step in successful roof leak repair is successfully determining what is causing roof leak and/or where the roof leak is coming from. Sometimes determining the source of the leak is quite easy. Other times it can be quite difficult to determine exactly where the water is coming from. Water is tricky in that you may see water damage on a ceiling, 10-20 feet away from where the water is actually leaking into the roof. No matter if it is an obvious leak or a less obvious leak, Kuhl specializes in the detection of roof leaks, figuring out the cause of roof leaks and the repair of roof leaks.

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Why Kuhl is qualified to find the leak

  • Has Experience in All Roofing Types – See here, and Here
  • Understands Houses & Construction – Check out Kuhl Design + Build, our sister company
  • Has Proper Diagnostic Tools – We have moisture meters, digital hygrometers, infrared cameras, etc.
  • Specializes in Ice Dams – A passion of ours, Check out: www.icedamcompany.com
  • Likes Attics & Tight Spaces – I know, it sounds too good to be true
  • Likes Rolling in Insulation of All Types – We wear full body suits, it can be fun!
  • Likes Climbing on Roofs – We sometimes yell like Tarzan
  • Likes Shoveling Snow When Necessary – We can’t get enough of this
  • Likes Long Walks in the Rain – Who doesn’t?

Cost of Roof Leak Repair

 ∼ $275-$400

Of the hundreds of small roof leaks we fix each year here in the Twin Cities, 90% of those projects end up in this range.

Job minimum of $250-$350

This covers our travel time and the resources we dedicate towards determining what your roofing issue may be.

+ $85/hour per man

This covers our travel time and the resources we dedicate towards determining what your roofing issue may be.

+ Materials

We bill for materials above and beyond our labor charges.

What are the typical causes of roof leaks?

We break this down into two main categories: Warm Season Leaks and Cold Season Leaks.

Cold Season Leaks

Common causes of roof leaks during the cold (winter) season include (but are not limited to):

  • Ice dams
  • Moisture/Frost in the attic space
  • Rain in conjunction with ice/snow build up
  • Bad ice and snow removal job
  • Large amount of snow (covering skylights, vents, etc)
  • Homeowner habits and use of dwelling/building
  • Frozen pipes or equipment in the attic spaces

Warm Season Leaks

Common causes of roof leaks during the warm (summer) season include (but are not limited to):

  • Poor installation of roofing materials (bad nailing, missing flashings)
  • Poor design of building (roofs pitched towards exterior walls)
  • Driving wind and rain into building penetrations (windows, vents, skylights)
  • Roof damage (hole in roof, broken vents, missing shingles, bad flashings)
  • Leaking equipment or AC unit in the attic space

Some of the most common roof leak repairs that we make include:

Roof to sidewall flashings

Bad step flashings, dormer flashings and counter flashings

Flat roof repairs

EPDM roof, TPO roof, Copper standing seam roof, Galvanized Steel roof, etc.

Small roof repairs

Slate roof repairs, asphalt roof repairs, cedar roof repairs, etc.

Skylights repairs or replacements

Bad seals, flashings, etc.

Chimney repairs

Flashing repairs, tucking pointing, concrete wash cap repairs

Gutter replacement

Installing new gutters to improve drainage, prevent water damage, and protect your foundation.

Boot flashings

Bracked rubber seals

Vents

Cracked or crushed

Old roof replacement

Removing worn roofing materials and installing a new system to restore full protection and curb appeal.

Hi Steve. We made the right choice! Your advice was excellent and your crew outstanding. And Tom is a dear. It’s seldom that you contract for work and its’ done exactly as promised, with no surprises.  Thank you.  Oh, the roof is beautiful! You are the best roofing contractor in Minneapolis and I will spread the word.

Dr. Hope B Thornberg, St. Louis Park Cedar Roof Replacement and Custom Flashing Repair

Case studies for our roof leak repair projects

Welcome to our case studies. Open the hood, kick the tires, there's a lot to be discovered in these observations. We're self described geeks and we love to help people understand the nature of what's going on with their homes.

Flat Roof In Minneapolis Leaked for Years and Copper Was the Answer

Perhaps you have heard it before. There are two types of flat roofs: Those that are leaking and those that are about to leak.

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Six Examples of How the Cheapest Company Costs the Most

Six Examples of How the Cheapest Company Costs the Most

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Expert Advice On Common Roof Leaks In Minnesota

Expert Advice On Common Roof Leaks In Minnesota

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Kickout Flashing Contractor Gives Advice on Right Versus Wrong

Kickout Flashing Contractor Gives Advice on Right Versus Wrong

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What is a Kickout Flashing and Why Do I Need One?

What is a Kickout Flashing and Why Do I Need One?

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Faulty Flashing Above Lake Harriet Bay Window

The Addition of Flashing to the Edge of This Roof Saved This Minneapolis Homeowner Serious Money

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Leaking Stucco Chimney Solution

Stucco Home in Eden Prairie Has Damage That Needed Fixing

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Solving The Mystery Leak: Using Darkness to Find the Light

A Leaking Home Gets Fixed for Good

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Who to call with a roof in limbo: Should You Replace or Repair Your Roof

Repair or Replace Your Roof...Start First with an Honest Roofing Contractor

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Classic Flashing Failure: Roof Flashing Experts to the Rescue

A Leaking Home Gets Fixed for Good

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Putting the K Back in Copper: How to Fix a Leaking Stone Chimney

Fixing a leaking chimney, replacing a cedar roof

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Creativity Matters: How to Fix a Leaking Window

Remodeling a bumpout window with a bad leak in Minnetonka

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After It Hails It Often Rains Losers: How to Avoid Storm Chasers in Minneapolis

One Edina Man’s Story of Dealing with Storm Chasers and His Cedar Shake Roof

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Attic Condensation Part One

Understanding How and When This Problem Occurs

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Attic Condensation Part Two

Tips for Managing Wintertime Condensation, Attic Frost and Unwanted Leaks

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Our approach to inspecting

Kuhl takes a systematic and methodical approach to how we look at every project. You'll see it when we meet.

We promise to treat you like you're in our family, because you sort of are. The Twin Cities is a small area and there's a very good chance we've worked for somebody you already know (and we love that).

Our goal

We want you to become a customer for life.

Our inspection and estimating process is simple
  1. Call or email to schedule your inspection and estimate
  2. Information is gathered, costs are assembled, and your estimate is completed
  3. Your project is professionally scheduled and executed, no exceptions