Roof Repair Costs in Utah: What to Budget for Common Fixes

These are the quick fixes that address specific, localized issues:

Replacing a Few Shingles ($150-$300): Wind blew off 3-4 shingles? This is a simple repair. We replace the missing shingles and seal everything. Takes an hour or two.

Caulk and Sealant Refresh ($150-$250): Old caulk around vents, flashing, and pipe boots cracks and fails. Refreshing sealants is cheap insurance against leaks.

Minor Flashing Repair ($200-$400): If flashing is lifted or has small gaps, we can reseal and reattach without full replacement. Quick fix for developing leak points.

Gutter Reattachment ($150-$300): Gutters that have pulled away from fascia can be reattached. If they're still in good condition, no need to replace.

These minor repairs are maintenance items. Addressing them promptly prevents bigger problems. If you spot these issues, fix them now rather than waiting for water damage.

These repairs address more significant damage but still fall short of replacement:

Valley Repair ($500-$1,000): Valleys collect water and debris, making them leak-prone. Repairing or replacing valley flashing and shingles in this area costs more due to the critical nature of the work.

Chimney Flashing ($600-$1,200): Chimney flashing is complex—multiple pieces that must work together. Full reflashing a chimney is a common repair that prevents persistent leaks.

Pipe Boot Replacement ($200-$400 per boot): The rubber boots around plumbing vents crack over time. Replacing them before they leak is smart maintenance.

Skylight Repair ($400-$1,000): Skylight seals and flashing fail. Depending on the issue, repair might involve resealing, reflashing, or addressing the skylight unit itself.

Partial Decking Repair ($300-$800): If we find a few soft spots or small areas of water damage, localized deck repair is possible without replacing the whole roof.

At this level, you're addressing significant damage—sometimes the repair cost approaches partial replacement:

Section Replacement ($1,500-$4,000): If one slope or section has substantial damage, we might replace just that portion rather than the entire roof. Common after localized storm damage.

Extensive Deck Repair ($1,000-$3,000+): Large areas of rotted decking require significant work. At some point, you're close to replacement territory.

Structural Repair ($2,000-$5,000+): Damaged rafters or trusses require serious work beyond just roofing. This involves structural carpentry before roofing can proceed.

Emergency Repairs ($500-$2,000): After-hours or storm emergency repairs carry premium pricing. We'll get your roof watertight immediately, but expect higher costs for urgent response.

When repairs approach 30-50% of replacement cost, we'll discuss whether replacement makes more sense. Sometimes it does; sometimes repair is still the right call.

How do you know whether to repair or replace? Here's my decision framework:

Repair if:

• Damage is localized to specific areas
• Roof is under 15 years old with years of life left
• Repair cost is under 25% of replacement cost
• No widespread shingle deterioration

Consider replacement if:

• Damage is widespread across the roof
• Roof is 20+ years old
• Repair cost exceeds 30-50% of replacement
• You're seeing multiple failure points
• Shingles are generally deteriorated (curling, granule loss)

The age factor is important. Repairing a 10-year-old roof makes sense because you have years of service left. Repairing a 25-year-old roof is often throwing money at something that will need replacement soon anyway.

We'll always give you honest advice. If repair makes sense, we'll say so. If you're better off replacing, we'll explain why. Our goal is the right solution, not just a sale.