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Fort Myers Roof Repair typically costs between $350 and $1,800 depending on the damage, and most homeowners can expect same-week scheduling for non-emergency work. We’ve been serving Fort Myers and Lee County for over 42 years through our parent company’s heritage, and our team fixes the problem the first time so you’re not paying for the same repair twice. If water is coming through your ceiling right now, call (239) 323-5522 and a live person will answer, 24 hours a day.
Fort Myers roofs take a beating. Between afternoon thunderstorms that roll in off the Gulf, salt air that accelerates corrosion on flashing and fasteners, and the occasional hurricane-force gust, even a well-installed roof needs attention from time to time. What matters is catching the problem before a small leak turns into rotted decking, mold in the insulation, and a ceiling that falls in during the next storm. We treat every roof the way we treat every window and door we install: measure twice, fix it right, and stand behind the work in writing.
Dale Kessler built this company on a simple rule: if the pane is not true, the job is not done. That same standard applies to every roof repair we take on. No shortcuts, no temporary patches that get billed as permanent fixes, and no leaving a homeowner wondering whether the next rain will find its way back inside. Call (239) 323-5522 for a straight answer and a square deal.
What Our Roof Repair Service Includes
Roof repair is not one job. It’s a category of problems that share one thing in common: they all get worse without attention. Here’s what we handle and how we approach each one.
Leak Detection and Repair
Water finds the path of least resistance, which means the stain on your ceiling is rarely directly under the actual hole in the roof. We start every leak repair with a systematic inspection of the roof surface, flashing points, pipe boots, and valleys before we touch anything. In Fort Myers, we regularly find leaks that started as a failed nail seal or a lifted shingle edge that let wind-driven rain work its way into the underlayment. Once we locate the source, we repair the failed material and test the area with water before we call the job done.
Flashing Repair and Replacement
Flashing is the metal that bridges the joints where your roof meets a chimney, skylight, vent pipe, or wall. It takes more thermal expansion stress than any other roof component, and in Fort Myers it also takes salt corrosion from the Gulf air. We replace cracked, rusted, or lifted flashing with materials matched to your roof type, and we re-seal every penetration properly rather than caulking over the problem. Bad flashing is the cause of most roof leaks in homes over fifteen years old, and it’s one of the least expensive repairs when caught early.
Shingle and Tile Replacement
Missing shingles are obvious. Curled, cracked, or granule-shedding shingles are the ones that fail silently during the next storm. We match replacement shingles to your existing roof as closely as possible, and we inspect the surrounding area for hidden damage before securing the new material. For tile roofs, we walk with foam pads and replace broken tiles without cracking the neighbors, because a tile roof that’s walked carelessly becomes a tile roof that leaks. Fort Myers homes with barrel tile or flat concrete tile need a crew that respects the material, not one that treats it like plywood.
Underlayment Repair
The underlayment is the waterproof membrane under your shingles or tiles. It’s the last line of defense before water reaches the decking, and it degrades over time even when the outer layer looks fine. We repair torn, wrinkled, or deteriorated underlayment by removing the affected section and replacing it with material rated for Florida’s wind and moisture conditions. If we find widespread underlayment failure during a repair, we’ll tell you honestly and show you photos, because patching a failing membrane is just delaying a reroof.
Roof Decking Repair
When water has been getting in for a while, the OSB or plywood decking under your roof covering begins to rot and delaminate. We identify soft or water-damaged decking during our inspection and replace only the affected panels, not the whole roof. The repaired section is fastened to code, inspected for proper nailing pattern, and prepared for the new outer material. In Fort Myers, decking rot is most common on the west-facing slopes that take driving rain from Gulf storms and on roofs that were installed before modern ventilation standards.
Skylight Repair and Resealing
Skylights leak for two reasons: the seal between the skylight frame and the roof has failed, or the skylight itself has developed a failure in its own seals or flashing kit. We determine which one it is before recommending a repair, because resealing a skylight that needs replacement is a waste of your money. When we do reseal or replace a skylight, we use the manufacturer’s flashing kit, not generic peel-and-stick material, and we register the warranty the same way we do for every window and door we install.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service for Roof Repair
Most roofing material manufacturers don’t make their own flashing and underlayment systems, but the brands we work with most often in Fort Myers are GAF, Owens Corning, and CertainTeed for shingles, and Eagle and Ludowici for tile. We stock common GAF and Owens Corning components locally, which means faster repairs without waiting on a special order from the distributor. If your home has a SpecificTeed system, we match the style and color profile from their current lineup to keep the repair blend-in as close as possible.
For metal roofs, we handle standing seam and metal shingle profiles from manufacturers like Decra and McElroy Metal, including re-crimping lifted seams and replacing damaged panels. Fort Myers has a significant number of older mobile homes and lanai roofs with low-slope metal systems, and we understand the fastener and sealant requirements those roofs demand in a salt-air environment. We also offer our Roof Repair in North Fort Myers for homes in that area. Whether your roof is asphalt shingle, tile, metal, or a flat membrane system, the same rule applies: we identify the true source of the problem, fix it correctly, and put the warranty in writing before we leave.
Signs You Need Roof Repair Right Now
- Water stains on ceilings or walls. A brown or yellow stain means water has already penetrated the roof, the underlayment, and the decking. By the time you see the stain, the leak has likely been active for days or weeks, not hours. Waiting means more decking damage and higher repair costs.
- Granules in the gutters or downspouts. Asphalt shingles shed granules as they age, but an excessive amount in your gutters means the shingle surface is failing and the underlying asphalt is exposed to UV. That shingle will crack and leak, and Fort Myers sun accelerates the process. If your gutters look like a sand trap, it’s time for an inspection.
- Curled, cracked, or missing shingles after a storm. Any shingle that’s no longer flat and fully adhered is a water entry point waiting for the next rain. One missing shingle exposes the underlayment and the nail line, which is a direct path for water. Fort Myers afternoon storms are frequent enough that even a small exposed area won’t stay dry for long.
- Sagging or soft spots on the roof deck. If you can see a visible dip or wave in your roof line from the street, the decking underneath is likely compromised. We find this most often in Fort Myers homes built before 1995 when plywood clips and nailing patterns were less strict. A sagging section leaks, but worse, it can fail under load during the next hurricane inspection cycle.
- Daylight visible through the attic or roof boards. Go into your attic on a bright day and look up. If you see pinpoints of light through the decking, you’re looking at holes that will let water in during the first wind-driven rain. This is one of the easiest problems to catch early, and one of the cheapest to fix before the drywall below gets ruined.
Our Roof Repair Process - Step by Step
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Inspection and diagnosis. We start with a full walk of the roof surface, the flashing points, the valleys, and the attic space below the problem area. We look for the water path, not just the water entry point. In Fort Myers, that means checking the windward side seals first, because most leaks here are wind-driven, not gravity-driven. We photograph everything and show you what we find.
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Written scope and price. Before any work starts, you get a written line-item quote that shows exactly what will be repaired, what materials will be used, and what it costs. No verbal estimates, no “we’ll see what we find” pricing, no surprises on the final bill. The price we write down is the price you pay, period.
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Repair and material matching. We remove the failed material, inspect the substrate for hidden damage, and install the repair using materials matched to your existing roof. For shingles, we match color and profile. For tile, we match profile and texture. For flashing, we replace the entire run of metal rather than slapping caulk over a crack that will fail again in six months.
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Water testing and verification. After the repair is complete, we test the area with controlled water application to verify the fix works before we pack up. If water still gets through, the job is not done, and we keep working until it’s dry. That’s the same standard Dale Kessler has applied to every install since day one.
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Warranty registration and documentation. Before we leave the driveway, we register any manufacturer warranty on the materials we installed and provide written documentation of the workmanship warranty. The Keystone Standard means both warranty layers are in writing, with durations stated, so there’s no question about what’s covered and for how long. If it’s not done right within 90 days, we make it right with no paperwork fight.
How Much Does Roof Repair Cost in Fort Myers?
A typical roof repair in Fort Myers runs $350 to $850 for minor work like replacing a few shingles, resealing a vent boot, or repairing a small section of flashing. Moderate repairs that involve damaged underlayment, multiple flashing points, or a small section of rot in the decking typically run $850 to $1,500. Larger repairs that require replacing multiple decking panels, resupporting a sagging section, or extensive tile replacement can reach $1,800 to $3,500 or more depending on access and the extent of the damage. These are honest ranges based on what we see across Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and Lehigh Acres, not bait numbers designed to get a truck in your driveway.
What affects the price: the roof pitch and height (a 12/12 pitch takes longer to work on safely than a 4/12), the roofing material (tile costs more than asphalt shingle to match and handle), the number of layers on the roof (two layers of shingles hide more damage and take longer to repair properly), and whether the decking underneath is sound. A roof with good decking and a single layer of shingles is the cheapest to repair. A roof with rotten decking and multiple layers is the most expensive.
The best way to avoid overpaying is to get a written line-item quote before any work starts and to ask what’s included. Our free estimate includes a full roof inspection, photographs of the damage, and a written scope of work with fixed pricing. You’ll know the total before we begin, and that total won’t change. Call (239) 323-5522 to schedule your free estimate.
Roof Repair Near Fort Myers - Our Service Area
We repair roofs throughout Lee County and into Charlotte County, including Roof Repair in Cape Coral, Roof Repair in Lehigh Acres, North Fort Myers, Estero, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, San Carlos Park, and Cypress Lake. We also serve Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte. Most roof repair appointments in Fort Myers are scheduled within two to five business days, while emergency leaks are prioritized the same day when called in before noon. If you’re not sure whether we cover your street, call and ask. A live person will answer.
Serving Fort Myers, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fort Myers area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - Roof Repair in Fort Myers
Roof repair is the process of identifying and fixing a specific failure point on an existing roof without replacing the entire roof system. That includes repairing or replacing shingles, tiles, flashing, underlayment, and decking sections that have been damaged by weather, age, or improper installation. Roof repair is the right choice when the roof is otherwise in good condition and the damage is localized. If the roof has widespread failure across multiple slopes, a full replacement may be the more honest recommendation, and we’ll tell you that directly.
Most roof repairs take between two and six hours from start to finish, depending on the scope of the work and the roof access. A simple shingle replacement or flashing reseal is often done in under two hours, while a repair involving decking replacement and multiple material layers can take most of a day. We’ll give you a realistic time window when we schedule, and we arrive when we say we will. Call (239) 323-5522 to discuss your specific situation and get a time estimate.
Roof repair in Fort Myers typically costs between $350 and $1,800, with most jobs landing in the $400 to $1,200 range. That price includes material, labor, disposal, and warranty registration. The main variables are the roofing material, the number of repair points, whether the decking needs replacement, and how accessible the damaged area is. The best way to get an exact number is a free inspection and written quote, which we provide with no obligation and no pressure. Call (239) 323-5522 to schedule yours.
Yes, we service PGT and Mr-Glass products, including skylights, roof windows, and the flashing systems those manufacturers specify for their units. PGT is a Fort Myers-based manufacturer, and we’ve been an authorized installer for their product lines for years, which means we stock their components and know their installation requirements. Mr-Glass skylights and roof windows are also familiar territory for our team, and we use the manufacturer’s flashing kits and sealants on every service call. Whether your roof window is PGT, Mr-Glass, or another brand, we can service it.
Yes, a live person answers our phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and we prioritize active water intrusion calls. If water is coming into your home right now, call (239) 323-5522 and we’ll get a technician out to assess the situation and stop the water entry as quickly as possible. After a storm passes, we can also provide temporary protection while we inspect the full extent of the damage and work up a permanent repair scope. If you have an active leak, don’t wait until the next rain cycle.
Every roof repair we complete is covered by our 90-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right, with no paperwork fights and no arguing. Manufacturer warranties on materials are registered in writing with durations clearly stated as part of The Keystone Standard. That means you’ll leave the job with documentation showing exactly what’s covered, for how long, and by whom. We don’t do verbal warranties and we don’t do handshake promises that evaporate when something goes wrong.
You don’t need to do much. Clear any vehicles or equipment from the driveway and the immediate roof access area so our ladders and equipment can be placed safely. If we need attic access, make sure the attic hatch or pull-down ladder is clear. We’ll handle everything else, including protection for landscaping, cleanup of all debris, and a full walkthrough when the work is done. The most important thing is to be home when we arrive so we can show you what we find before we start the repair.
Schedule Your Roof Repair Service in Fort Myers Today
If your roof is leaking, showing storm damage, or just hasn’t been inspected in years, now is the time to get a professional opinion. Call (239) 323-5522 for a free, no-obligation estimate with written line-item pricing and a straight answer about what your roof needs. A live person answers 24 hours a day, and appointments are available throughout Fort Myers and all of Lee County. We’ll be there when we say, we’ll fix it right the first time, and we’ll stand behind the work in writing. That’s the TruePane way, and it’s been the standard for over 42 years.
Written by Dale Kessler, Owner at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Fort Myers since 2008.
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