Roof Leak Repair in Sebastian & the Treasure Coast
A roof leak never fixes itself — it spreads. Leeward Roofing finds the true source fast and makes a lasting repair for homes and businesses across the Treasure Coast. Free inspection, honest answers.
Common Causes of Roof Leaks
Worn or damaged flashing
Around vents, valleys, chimneys, and skylights — the #1 source of roof leaks.
Missing or cracked shingles & tile
Wind, age, and storms leave gaps for water to get in.
Ponding on flat roofs
Standing water finds failed seams on low-slope and flat roofs.
Age & storm damage
An aging roof or recent storm opens up multiple small entry points.
How We Find & Fix Your Leak
Inspect inside and out — we check the attic, decking, and roof surface to trace the water's real path.
Pinpoint the source — flashing, fastener, seam, or material failure, not just the symptom.
Stop the water now — a professional tarp or temporary patch if the leak is active.
Make a lasting repair — matched materials, proper flashing, and clean workmanship.
Tell you the truth — if a repair won't hold, we'll show you why a replacement is smarter.
Does Insurance Cover Roof Leaks?
Often, yes — if the leak comes from a sudden, covered event like a storm, wind, or falling debris. Leaks from age and wear-and-tear generally aren't covered. We document the damage thoroughly so you have what you need for a claim. Our Florida storm damage & roof insurance guide breaks down exactly how it works. And if you are wondering why the stain on your ceiling is nowhere near the leak, our guide to finding a roof leak in a Florida home explains how water travels.
General information, not insurance advice — confirm coverage with your insurer.
Got a Leak? Get a Free Inspection Today.
The longer a leak sits, the more it costs. Call Leeward Roofing at 772-589-2400 or contact us online — we'll find the source and give you a clear, honest fix.
Roof Leak FAQs
Why does my roof only leak in certain storms?
Even light rain finds worn flashing, cracked tiles, or failed seams. The amount of rain matters less than where the weak point is — which is why an inspection is key.
Can you actually find where the leak is coming from?
Yes — we inspect the attic and roof to trace the water's path, since the entry point is often far from the interior stain.
What does a roof leak repair cost?
Many leaks are an affordable repair caught early; cost depends on the source and extent. We inspect and give you an itemized estimate first — no surprises.
Does insurance cover a roof leak?
Usually if the cause is a sudden, covered event like a storm — not general wear. See our storm & insurance guide for the details.
Should I repair the leak or replace the roof?
If the leak is localized and the roof has life left, repair. If it's widespread or the roof is aging, replacement is smarter — an inspection tells you for sure.
Emergency tarping across the Treasure Coast.
We prioritise active water intrusion — water coming through a ceiling right now goes to the front of the queue, ahead of scheduled work.
- Walk the perimeter and look for granules washed into the gutters and downspouts.
- Photograph soffit, fascia and gutter damage — adjusters ask for it.
- Tarp first, then worry about the permanent repair.
- Be wary of out-of-state crews that appear the day after a storm.
Recent Leeward jobs
Real Treasure Coast roofs installed by our own crews — not stock photography.
The leak is not where the stain is
Water runs. The spot on your ceiling is where it finally gave up, not where it got in — and chasing the stain is how people pay for three repairs that did not work.
Water travels along the underside of the deck
It enters at a failed detail, runs down the sheathing or along a rafter, sometimes for several feet, and drops through at the first low point or seam in the drywall. On a low-pitch roof it can travel a long way. The entry point is almost always uphill of the stain, frequently by more than people expect.
Which is why we start in the attic, not on the roof
With a light, looking for wet or stained sheathing, rusted nail shanks, daylight at a penetration, and matted or compressed insulation. The attic shows you the entry point and roughly how long it has been happening. A ceiling stain tells you only that drywall finally saturated.
Then the whole roof, not just the area above the stain
Boots, valleys, flashings, ridge, drip edge and fastener condition everywhere. Around half the time we find a second developing problem that has not leaked through yet, and telling you now is cheaper for you than a second trip in six months.
Water testing when the visual is inconclusive
Some leaks only appear under a particular wind direction or rainfall volume. When inspection does not resolve it we isolate sections and run water in sequence until it reproduces. It is slow and it is the only way to be certain.
Sealant is a symptom, not a repair
If we find caulk smeared over a flashing, that is a previous contractor treating the symptom. It buys twelve months while the decking underneath keeps getting wet. Proper repair means pulling the covering back and rebuilding the detail.
You get photographs of the actual defect
On your roof. If a contractor cannot show you a picture of the problem, they have not earned the right to charge you to fix it.
The six places Florida roofs actually leak
After enough coastal roofs you stop being surprised.
Pipe boots
The number one leak source in Florida by a wide margin. The rubber collar around plumbing vents is UV-cooked and cracked at roughly 10 to 12 years, long before the surrounding roof is finished. Cheap part, fast fix — if caught before the ceiling.
Valleys
Where two roof planes meet, all the water goes. Debris packs in, holds moisture against the metal, and the valley rusts or the shingles wear through from beneath. Oak and palm overhang accelerates it.
Flashing at walls and chimneys
Step and counterflashing that was never properly integrated, or that separated as the structure moved. Also the most common leak on homes with additions, where the roof-to-wall transition was detailed as an afterthought.
Wind-lifted shingles
A gust need not be hurricane force to break a seal strip. Once unsealed the tab flutters, works its nails loose, and the next storm takes it. Usually invisible from the ground.
Slipped or cracked tile
Tile is a rain screen over underlayment. A slipped tile does not leak immediately — it exposes the membrane doing the real work to UV, and that fails early.
Low-slope transitions
Where a lanai, addition or carport meets the main roof. Water arrives at volume under wind pressure and these junctions are rarely detailed well. See flat & low-slope roofing.
Roof leak repair FAQs
Why does my roof leak in a different place than the stain?
Because water runs. It enters at a failed detail, travels along the underside of the deck or a rafter - sometimes several feet - and drops through at the first low point in the drywall. The entry point is almost always uphill of the stain. This is why repairs made at the stain so often fail.
How fast can you get to an active leak?
We prioritise active water and can usually inspect within 24 hours and tarp on the same visit to stop it spreading into ceilings and insulation. Call 772-589-2400. Storm weeks run longer, but active leaks still go to the front of the queue.
What does a roof leak repair cost?
Most single-issue repairs run $450 to $3,000 depending on the cause. Pipe boots are at the low end, flashing rebuilds and valley replacement at the high end, and anything with decking involved adds a per-sheet cost we quote in writing before starting.
Do you charge to find the leak?
Not for a standard inspection - it is free. If a leak is genuinely elusive and needs extended water testing, we agree that cost with you before starting. You will never get a surprise line item.
Can I just seal it myself with roof cement?
It will usually buy a few months. The risk is that sealant over a failed flashing hides the problem while the decking underneath keeps getting wet, which can make the eventual proper repair larger. As a way to buy time until a scheduled repair, fine. As a permanent solution, no.
My ceiling is bulging with water. What do I do right now?
Put a bucket underneath and puncture it deliberately at the low point with a screwdriver, standing to the side. Releasing the water in a controlled way usually saves the rest of the ceiling - a bulging ceiling will eventually let go all at once. Switch off the circuit if water is near fixtures or outlets.
Will insurance cover a leak repair?
Only if a covered event caused it - a named storm, hail or impact. Age, wear and deferred maintenance are not covered, and many repairs fall below the hurricane deductible anyway. See our insurance claim guide.
How long does a repair take?
Most are a single visit of a few hours. Flashing rebuilds, valley work and anything involving decking can run a full day. We give you a realistic window when we quote rather than an optimistic one.
Do you warranty leak repairs?
Yes. Our workmanship warranty is in writing and comes with the invoice. If the repair we made leaks, we come back.
When is a repair the wrong answer?
When leaks appear in several unrelated places, when granules are filling the gutters, when the decking is soft across a wide area, or when the roof is past 20 years. Patching a system that is finished is renting time at a poor rate. See roof replacement.
Proudly serving the Treasure Coast
Let's take a look at your roof. Free.
No pressure, no obligation, and an honest answer even when that answer is "you don't need a new roof yet."
- Free, itemized estimate in writing
- Most inspections scheduled within 24 hours
- We handle permits and insurance paperwork
- Licensed CCC1337211 and fully insured
Request your free estimate
Four quick fields. That's all we need.