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Cost of Roof Repair

The average roof repair cost is between $200 and $1,200.

The exact cost of roof repair depends on a number of factors, like:

• location of the property
• type and extent of roof damage
• pitch and complexity of the roof
• roofing material used

Temporary Solutions for a Leaking Roof

If you discover a leak in your roof during a rainstorm, mitigating the damage is imperative.

Contact a professional as soon as possible, and do the following in the meantime:

1. Use a tarp to cover the leaking area and prevent water from entering.

2. Straighten curled shingles with roofing cement to minimize cracks in the roofing system.

3. Paint on a black tar patch to seal up gaps even when wet.

4. Use sheet metal as a temporary patching material.

Keep reading:

• A Beginner's Guide to Roof Repairs
• Are Roof Repairs Tax Deductible?
• How to Quickly Repair a Leaking Roof During Heavy Rains