Frisco, TX Roof Leak Repair – Correcting a Builder Installation Error
When a Frisco homeowner contacted Shepherd Roofing & Renovations, they were dealing with a frustrating and increasingly severe problem — water was leaking inside their home, damaging drywall and bubbling paint along an interior wall.
After performing a full roof inspection, we discovered the real issue:
A flat roof section had been incorrectly shingled by the original installer, causing water to pool and push underneath the shingles, especially during heavy rain.
This is one of the most common causes of leaks in newer homes across North Texas — and something our team is trained to diagnose and fix correctly.
On this roof, there was a low-slope / flat roof section that had been covered with architectural shingles.
Shingles are not approved for low-slope or flat roof areas, because they rely on gravity to shed water. On slopes below 3/12, water backs up, creeps under the shingle edges, and eventually makes its way into the home.
In this case, the improper installation led to:
To permanently resolve the issue, our team completed the following work:
Water intrusion doesn’t just stay in the attic; it travels. In this home, the damage to the drywall extended all the way down a tall interior wall.
Our interior repair team completed:
The homeowner’s biggest concern was stopping the leak before more damage occurred — especially with storm season approaching. We responded quickly, documented the cause, and walked them through exactly what needed to be done.
Here’s what we provided:
At Shepherd Roofing & Renovations, we don’t just repair leaks — we fix the root cause so the home stays protected for years to come.
Improper installations are one of the most common causes of roof leaks in newer homes. Our job is to catch these issues, correct them with the right materials, and restore the homeowner’s peace of mind.
👉 Need a roof leak inspected in DFW? Call Shepherd Roofing & Renovations.
