Roof Flashing Repair — DIY vs Pro in Richmond Hill
Replace and reseal step, counter, chimney, and skylight flashing — the #1 source of roof leaks. The honest DIY-vs-pro breakdown for Richmond Hill homes.
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DIY vs Pro — Flashing Repair in Richmond Hill
DIY works for surface-level maintenance. Anything involving flues, roofs, or insurance needs certified paperwork.
Cheapest and safest are rarely the same choice — this page shows where they overlap in Richmond Hill.
The pro premium is 90% documentation, 10% specialty tooling. Both have real value insurers rely on.
What's included
- ✓ Aluminum or lead — never galvanized-only
- ✓ Mechanical fastening, not caulk-and-pray
- ✓ Tri-polymer sealant, 20-year rated
- ✓ Covers 80% of common leak sources
- 1. Identify failed flashing type and location
- 2. Remove shingle courses to expose flashing
- 3. Install new step / counter / valley / boot flashing
- 4. Re-shingle over new flashing, seal edges
DIY vs Pro FAQ — Richmond Hill
Can I get a quote without a site visit?+
For most standard services, yes — three photos and your postal code is enough for a firm written number.
Do you offer a warranty?+
Every job carries a 5-year workmanship warranty. Parts carry the manufacturer's warranty on top.
Do you handle insurance paperwork?+
Yes. We photograph, document, and email inspection reports in the format Ontario insurers accept.
Are your quotes really fixed?+
Yes. Every written quote is fixed — we absorb the risk if the job runs long. That's the whole point of certified pricing.
Do you carry insurance?+
$5M general liability plus WSIB coverage on every crew. Both certificates are emailed before we set foot on site.
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