Reads temperature differences on the roof deck to find wet insulation and hidden moisture behind the sheathing. It shows us the leak path before we open anything up.
Snow and Ice Damage Roof Repair Wilkes-Barre PA
Snow and Ice Damage Roof Repair Wilkes-Barre PA starts with getting the weight and water off your roof. We pull ice dams, tarp open leaks, and replace what the freeze broke.
Serving Wilkes-Barre and nearby areas.
How big is the job?
Valley repair
A full valley rebuild or a section of underlayment and decking.
- 1. Small patch One flashing joint, a few shingles, or a short ice dam at the eave.
- 2. Valley repair A full valley rebuild or a section of underlayment and decking.
- 3. Full eave rebuild Multiple valleys, rotted decking, and new underlayment planned in writing first.
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- Camera firstWe scan before we open anything
- Tarp readyWe stop the water before we repair
What Snow and Ice Damage Roof Repair Includes
Every snow and ice job starts with a full inspection and a written scope.
Work order
Snow and Ice Damage Roof Repair- Full Roof Inspection: We walk the roof, check the attic, and run a moisture meter and infrared camera over the deck. You get photos of every wet or damaged area and a written scope. This is where we separate the active leak from the old stain.
- Ice Dam Removal: We steam the ice dam loose instead of chopping it, which protects the shingle mat. After the dam is gone we clear the gutter and check the eave for lifted shingles. Steaming takes one to two hours on a typical Wilkes-Barre roof.
- Emergency Tarping: If the roof is open, we tarp it with 6-mil reinforced poly and cap the ridge. The tarp is secured with battens, not just nails, so it holds through wind. This stops the water until we can make the permanent repair.
- Flashing and Underlayment Repair: We reset step flashing, replace torn ice and water shield, and re-seal the counter flashing with low-temp roof cement. This is the permanent fix that keeps water out of the deck. Most flashing repairs are done in a single visit.
- Shingle Replacement: Cracked and missing shingles get replaced with matching material from GAF, Owens Corning, or CertainTeed. We hand-seal the tabs and re-nail the field. You cannot tell where the repair was when we are done.
- Gutter and Downspout Service: We clear the gutters, re-pitch the runs, seal the joints, and replace crushed downspouts. Clear drainage is what keeps meltwater off your foundation. It is a small line item that prevents a big problem.
What the first visit covers
First visit
We walk the roof, scan for moisture, and photograph every problem area. You get a written scope before any repair starts.
Snow and Ice Repair at Homes
We handle the winter roof problems that show up in Wilkes-Barre houses.
Ice dam leaks
Steam the dam and reset the eave shingles.
Valley leaks
Rebuild the valley with new ice and water shield.
Flashing leaks
Reset step and counter flashing at walls and chimneys.
Gutter damage
Replace torn fascia and re-hang the gutter run.
Snow and Ice Repair at Businesses
We keep flat and low-slope commercial roofs draining through the freeze.
Flat roof ponding
Clear drains and patch the membrane.
Warehouse leaks
Re-seam TPO and EPDM laps after ice expansion.
Retail roof drains
Break ice out of drains and restore flow.
Snow and Ice Damage Roof Repair Wilkes-Barre PA
A roof that took on ice this winter will leak next spring if the underlayment and flashing are not reset. Fixing it properly now is cheaper than replacing the deck later. We stop the water first, then make the repair last.
Snow and Ice Damage Roof Repair Wilkes-Barre PA is the trade of undoing what a Pennsylvania winter does to a roof: ice dams that push water under the shingles, flashing torn loose by freeze-thaw cycles, and gutters ripped off by snow slides. We start with a moisture meter and an infrared thermal camera to find where water is actually getting in, not just where the stain shows up. Then we remove the ice, dry the deck, and rebuild the layers that failed.
Wilkes-Barre sits in a river valley where roof snow loads stack up fast and thaws come in bursts. Older homes in Parsons and Rolling Mill Hill often have three-tab shingles over original skip sheathing, so ice and water shield was never installed. When a 40-degree day hits after a two-week freeze, that water finds every gap. We handle snow damage roof repair near me Wilkes-Barre PA calls like this every January and February.
- What it is
- Repairing roof damage caused by snow, ice, and freeze-thaw.
- When it helps
- After an ice dam, a thaw leak, or a snow slide.
- What you get
- Photos, a written scope, and a watertight repair.
How Our Snow Damage Repair Process Works
We run the same five steps on every snow and ice call in Wilkes-Barre, whether it is a small flashing leak or a collapsed eave.
Tools and Methods We Use
Each method answers a different question. Together they leave very little to guess.
Confirms what the camera suggests. We probe the decking and framing to measure actual moisture content, so we only replace wood that is truly wet.
Melts ice dams without chopping or hammering the shingles. Steam is the safe way to remove ice from an asphalt or slate roof.
Fastens shingles and underlayment at the correct depth and pattern. We hand-nail the first course and any detail work where a gun would over-drive.
Lifts shingle courses and cuts underlayment cleanly so we can reset flashing without tearing the surrounding field.
When to Call for Snow and Ice Damage Roof Repair
You wake up to a brown water stain spreading across the ceiling after a January thaw in South Wilkes-Barre.
We send a tarp crew the same day to stop the active leak and pull the wet insulation.
HomesAn ice dam has formed along the north eave of your North End home and water is dripping behind the gutter.
We steam the dam loose rather than chopping it, which protects the shingles.
HomesA snow slide took your gutter and fascia off in Parsons and meltwater is running down the foundation.
We replace the rotted fascia board, re-hang the gutter with new hangers, and re-secure the downspout.
HomesYou manage a flat-roof building near Public Square and the drains are blocked by ice, so water is ponding on the membrane.
We break the ice out of the drains, pump the standing water, and patch any split in the EPDM or TPO.
Businesses
How Snow and Ice Damage Roof Repair Runs in Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre winters hit hard and then thaw fast, which is the worst combination for a roof. Snow sits on the roof for weeks, then a 45-degree day sends meltwater running under the shingles before the drains are clear.
River Street Historic District
Slate roofs and original copper valleys that crack under ice load. We source matching slate and re-copper the valleys rather than patching with modern materials.
Miners Mills
Older frame homes with shallow roof pitches that dam up fast. We see repeat ice dams here and often recommend attic air sealing along with the roof repair.
Downtown Wilkes-Barre
Flat and low-slope commercial roofs that pond when the drains freeze. We clear drains, patch EPDM and TPO, and check the termination bars.
- River Street Historic District
- Miners Mills
- Downtown Wilkes-Barre
- Casey Heights
From problem to finished result.
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PhotoIce Dam Leak in Miners Mills
Before: A two-story frame home had a three-foot ice dam along the north eave. Water was dripping into the kitchen ceiling and the insulation was soaked. The homeowner had tried chopping the ice with an axe and cracked four shingles.
After: We steamed the dam off in about 90 minutes, tarped the valley, and replaced the four cracked shingles. Two days later we installed new ice and water shield at the eave and re-sealed the flashing. The ceiling dried out and the stain stopped spreading.
Snow Slide Gutter Damage in Parsons
Before: A snow slide tore 22 feet of gutter and fascia off the front of a ranch home. Meltwater was running down the foundation wall and into the basement. The fascia board behind the gutter was rotted through in two sections.
After: We replaced the rotted fascia with new lumber, re-hung 22 feet of gutter with new hangers, and installed snow guards above the run. The basement stayed dry through the next thaw. The eave line is straight again.
Flat Roof Ponding Downtown
Before: A commercial building near Public Square had two inches of standing water on the EPDM membrane because the drains were blocked by ice. Water was leaking into the top-floor office and staining the ceiling tiles.
After: We broke the ice out of the drains, pumped the standing water, and patched two splits in the membrane with uncured EPDM. We re-seamed the laps and re-secured the termination bar. The ponding cleared and the office stayed dry.
Snow and Ice Problems We Fix in Wilkes-Barre
Most winter roof calls come down to four problems.
Ice dams pushing water under the shingles
Water backs up behind the dam and soaks the deck, insulation, and ceiling. Mold can start in two days.
Flashing torn loose by freeze-thaw cycles
Every freeze opens the sealant on your step and counter flashing. Water gets behind the metal and runs down the wall or into the attic.
Gutters ripped off by snow slides
A snow slide takes the gutter and the fascia with it. Meltwater then dumps against the foundation and rots the eave.
Rotted decking under a hidden leak
A slow leak can rot plywood decking for a whole season before you see a stain.
Why Fix Snow Damage Early
A roof that took on ice this winter will leak next spring if the underlayment and flashing are not reset.
Stop Interior Water Damage
Water that backs up behind an ice dam soaks insulation, stains ceilings, and starts mold inside 48 hours.
Restore Structural Integrity
Heavy snow and ice can crack rafters, bow plywood decking, and pull fascia loose from the rafter tails.
Prevent Costly Replacements
When we catch flashing leaks and missing shingles early, the deck stays dry and the shingle field lasts its full rated life.
Extend Roof Lifespan
Every freeze-thaw cycle opens the sealant on your flashing and ridge caps.
What Snow and Ice Damage Roof Repair Costs
A small flashing reset or a single ice dam removal sits at the low end. A full valley rebuild with new underlayment and shingles runs higher.
Included
Quoted after a first look
- Full Roof Inspection
- Ice Dam Removal
- Emergency Tarping
- Flashing and Underlayment Repair
What changes the scope
Quoted after a first look
- Roof pitch and access
- Extent of deck damage
- Ice dam length
- Material match
What you receive
Clear records you can keep and share.
Photo record
Dated photos of every damaged area.
Written scope
The repair plan with materials listed.
Moisture readings
Deck and framing readings before and after.
Local Roofing Experience You Can Verify
Our technicians have worked Wilkes-Barre roofs through a decade of hard winters, from the 2014 ice storm to the back-to-back freezes in 2025.
Moisture meter
Probes the decking to measure actual water content and confirm what is wet.
Thermal scan
Reads temperature differences to show the leak path behind the sheathing.
Flashing detail
Checks lap and fastener pattern against the manufacturer drawing.
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What Wilkes-Barre Homeowners Say
We had an ice dam on the north side that was pushing water into the kitchen ceiling. They steamed it off the same afternoon I called and tarped the valley. Two days later they came back and rebuilt the flashing and underlayment. No more stain, no more drip. Straight answers on the phone, too.
Our 1920s house had original skip sheathing and no ice and water shield. After the January thaw we had water in two rooms. They documented everything with photos for the insurance claim and replaced the underlayment at the eave. The adjuster approved it without a fight. Good crew, clean work.
We manage a flat-roof building near Public Square that ponds water every time snow melts. Their crew cleared the drains, patched the EPDM, and re-seamed the laps. They came out on a Sunday when the leak started. That kind of response is why we keep calling them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers for the first few minutes. The team can cover the rest.
Still have a question?
Describe what you are seeing and we will point you to the right next step.
(570) 481-9079A simple flashing reset or small ice dam removal sits at the low end. A full valley rebuild with new underlayment and shingles runs higher. Emergency tarping is a separate line item. We give you the number before we start, not after.
We do. Wilkes-Barre Roof Repair Pros handles snow damage roof repair near me Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania calls across Luzerne County, from Downtown to Miners Mills. We are local, we carry Pennsylvania HIC registration, and we run crews through the winter. Call and we will tell you the soonest we can be on your roof.
Yes, if you call before early afternoon we can usually get a tarp or a temporary patch on the same day. Full repairs depend on the roof being dry enough for sealants to cure. We will tell you honestly on the phone whether it is a same-day fix or a next-morning job. Either way, we stop the leak first.
Keep the attic cold, seal air leaks into the attic, and clear the first three feet of snow off the eave after every storm. That stops ice dams from forming. Make sure your gutters are clear before the first freeze and have us check the flashing each fall.
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Get Snow and Ice Damage Roof Repair Wilkes-Barre PA Today
(570) 481-9079Water is coming through your ceiling and the next freeze is tonight. We carry tarps, steamers, and matching shingles on every truck. One call gets a crew to your roof.
Contact Wilkes-Barre Roof Repair Pros
Call us any time for Emergency Roof Repair Wilkes-Barre PA. We answer the phone day and night, and we give you a real arrival window. If you prefer, send an email with photos of the damage and we will get back to you fast. We serve all of Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County.