Townhome roof repair and the shared wall problem
Townhomes share roof planes and firewalls across units. That means a leak in your unit may start over your neighbor's, and the repair may need more than one owner to agree.
Where the water starts
On a continuous roof plane across several units, water entering above unit three can appear in unit one. We trace it properly rather than assuming the breach is above the stain, which also means we can tell an association honestly whose section actually failed.
The party wall and the flashing where units meet is a frequent failure point, and it is nobody’s clear responsibility until someone documents it.
Working with the association
Most townhome roofs are association maintained even when the interior damage is the owner’s problem. We provide documentation that works for both, so an owner can pursue interior repairs while the association handles the roof.
If the governing documents split responsibility in an unusual way, tell us and we will scope the work to match it..
If the governing documents split responsibility in an unusual way, tell us and we will scope the work to match it.
Matching across units
Repairing one section of a shared plane raises a matching question. Aged shingles never match new ones exactly. On a visible elevation we will show you the difference before we do it so nobody is surprised.
What to ask any roofer, including us
Ask for proof of insurance, and ask them to send the certificate rather than describing it. Ask specifically what underlayment and what shingle line they are quoting, by name, and whether the shingle is impact rated. A quote that just says architectural shingles is not a quote you can compare against anything.
Ask whether they are replacing pipe boots and flashings or reusing them. Ask what happens if they find rotten decking and what it costs per sheet, so it is not a surprise mid job.
Ask whether they are replacing pipe boots and flashings or reusing them.
And if anyone offers to cover, waive, absorb or rebate your deductible, walk away. That is illegal in Texas and it pulls you into insurance fraud along with them. We will never make that offer, and any company that does is telling you exactly how it operates.
Warranties, and what they actually cover
Ventilation is a common quiet exclusion. An improperly ventilated attic cooks shingles from below, and manufacturers know it, so inadequate ventilation can limit a claim. That is one reason we look at your ventilation as part of the job rather than treating it as an upsell.
Ask any roofer to put the workmanship warranty in writing with a term on it, and then ask the question that actually matters, which is whether that company will still exist and answer the phone when you need it.
Ask any roofer to put the workmanship warranty in writing with a term on it, and then ask the question that actually matters, which is whether that company will still exist and answer the phone when you need it..
Manufacturer warranties also have conditions. Enhanced system warranties generally require that a certified contractor install a full system of that manufacturer’s components, not just their shingles with whatever underlayment was cheapest that week. If someone quotes you a fifty year warranty, ask what specifically triggers it and what voids it.
What goes on under the shingles
Then the details. New pipe boots every time, because the rubber collar on the old one splits from UV in ten to fifteen years here and drips into the ceiling below long before the field of the roof is worn out. Step flashing where the roof meets a wall, properly woven into the courses rather than smeared with sealant. Drip edge at the eaves and rakes. Ridge ventilation sized for the attic.
The part of a roof that decides how long it lasts is almost entirely invisible once the job is finished. That is exactly why it is where corners get cut, and why we photograph it.
The part of a roof that decides how long it lasts is almost entirely invisible once the job is finished.
Decking gets inspected once the old roof is off. Soft or delaminated sheets get replaced rather than shingled over, and we will show you the picture of what we found. Older homes around here frequently have plank decking rather than plywood, which changes how the job goes and is worth knowing about in advance.
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Questions about townhome roof repair
Who pays, me or the HOA?
Usually the association maintains the roof and the owner handles interior damage, but governing documents vary. Our documentation is written so it works for either party.
Can you repair just my section?
Yes, though on a continuous plane we will point out if the adjacent section is in the same condition and heading for the same failure.
Will the repair match?
Close, rarely exact. We will show you a sample against your existing shingles first.
Do you attend HOA meetings?
Yes, if it helps get a decision made. We will bring photos and a clear scope.
What if my neighbor will not cooperate?
We can usually scope the work to your section alone. We will be honest about whether that solves the problem or defers it.
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What people say
From customers
We had a great experience with Seth and his team at Ovation Roofing. They were professional, honest, and very easy to work with throughout the entire process. Communication was clear, the work was done on schedule, and the quality of the roof looks fantastic. It’s refreshing to work with a company that does what they say they’ll do. I would absolutely recommend Ovation Roofing to anyone needing roofing work.
Roof replacement customer
Seth came out and checked on our roof and was super kind, quick and efficient. He was very knowledgeable and thorough with explaining exactly what we needed to do and what the process would look like. I had a lot of questions and he answered all of them and made sure I understood the process. I had another quote from a different company and this was a completely different experience.
Homeowner, DFW
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