Roof Repair in Olympia, WA
When the first heavy rain of the fall finds a weak spot in your roof, you need someone who will trace the leak, fix what actually failed, and tell you plainly whether the rest of the roof has years left. We are a family-owned roofing company in Tacoma, led by a second-generation roofer with more than 25 years in the trade, and we repair roofs across Olympia and the rest of Thurston County.
FREE WRITTEN ESTIMATES
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REPAIRS, RE-SHEETS & REPLACEMENTS ONLY
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LICENSED, BONDED & INSURED
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24/7 EMERGENCY TARPING
Water Dripping Through the Ceiling Tonight?
Call (253) 401-1930 at any hour. If a storm has opened up your roof, our emergency roof repair crew covers the damaged section with a roof tarp to keep the next band of rain out, then we come back for the permanent fix once the weather allows.
Straight Down I-5 From Our Tacoma Office, With No Trip Fees
Every Olympia job runs out of our office at 5324 84th St E in Tacoma. We do not keep a storefront in Thurston County, and you do not need to drive anywhere. We come to your house, get on the roof, and write up what we find while we are there.
There is no trip or travel fee for the drive south, and your estimate is free and in writing, exactly like one we would write down the street from our office. Our weekday hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and weekend appointments are available if you cannot be home during the week.
A Dry House Through the Wet Season: The Repairs Olympia Roofs Need Most
Thurston County roofs spend months soaked through long, wet winters, and the same few weak points tend to give out first. These are the spots we check on every South Sound roof, and the repairs that keep water out of your attic until spring.
Flashing That Has Let Go
- Step and counter flashing along walls, chimneys, and dormers, where old sealant has dried out and pulled away.
- Valley flashing, where two roof planes funnel all of their runoff into one narrow channel.
- Skylight flashing and skylight leaks, a common source of drips that only appear in a hard, wind-driven rain.
Vent Boots and Roof Penetrations
- Cracked rubber plumbing vent boots. Summer sun dries the collar out, winter rain finds the split, and water runs down the pipe into the attic.
- Roof vents, exhaust caps, and chimney caps and crowns with gaps or failed seals.
First-Rain Leaks
- Leaks that stayed hidden all summer and show up with the first fall storm. We follow the water from the stain back to where it gets in, instead of patching where it lands.
- Localized decking and underlayment replacement where a slow leak has already softened the wood.
Moss, Shingles, and Roof Edges
- Moss damage on shaded slopes, with cleaning and treatment so the growth does not lift the next row of shingles.
- Missing, lifted, or cracked shingles after a windstorm, plus cedar shake and tile replacement.
- Rotted fascia, soffit, and gutter edges where overflow has worked its way behind the roofline.
Our full roof repair service also covers seam and fastener repairs on metal roofs, patch and seam work on flat or low slope TPO sections, and corrections of earlier repairs that did not hold. We work on asphalt shingle (GAF, IKO, and Owens Corning), metal, TPO, cedar shake, and tile, so whatever is on your house, we can fix it.
Olympia Permit Rules, Sorted Out Before We Start
You should be able to get a roof fixed without learning three different permit systems. Olympia, Lacey, and unincorporated Thurston County each set their own rules, and they do not always line up.
Inside Olympia city limits, the City lists reroofing among the projects that need a building permit. If your home is on the Olympia Heritage Register, any permit application for exterior work goes through Heritage Review automatically, so the city can confirm the work fits the home's historic character.
Out in unincorporated Thurston County, which includes Rochester, the County says roof repair and replacement usually do not need a building permit unless the job adds skylights or changes structural elements or the roof's pitch. We confirm what your address requires and pull any permits ourselves, so the paperwork is never on you.
See the Problem Before You Pay to Fix It
You should know exactly what is wrong with your roof before you agree to anything. Here is how an Olympia repair works with us:
- You call or send a request and tell us what you are seeing: a ceiling stain, shingles in the yard, a damp spot in the attic.
- We get on the roof, trace the problem to its source, and photograph what we find, so you see the damage without climbing a ladder.
- You get a free written estimate that explains the repair in plain language, with no pressure to replace a roof that only needs a repair.
- We complete the work, clean up, and send you photos of the finished repair.
Joshua and Colette Massey own and run Canyon Roofing Northwest. Joshua is a second-generation roofer with more than 25 years in the trade, and his father, Dave Massey, brings more than 40 years of roofing experience as our production manager. The family that answers your call is the family that stands behind the work on your roof.
Testimonials
What OUr Customers Say
"Josh and his guys were great to work with. The helped fix up our roof, windows, and inside after some storm damage. Josh was prompt with his bid, on time, and always professional. They stayed until the job was done and done right, which we greatly appreciated. Family ran local business and easy to work with, good pricing too."
- Angela M.
"Canyon Roofing replaced our roof and we could not be happier. Fair price, zero pressure, great communication, and a spotless cleanup. Our new roof looks amazing. Highly recommend!"
- Sadey T.
"Josh and his team were perfect. Came in knocked out my steep roof in like a day or so. Left the ground better then what it was. Price was great."
- Tony D.
Repair, Re-Sheet, or Replace: An Honest Call on Your Roof
One failed vent boot should not mean a new roof. When the damage is local, such as a single leak, a leaking valley, or a patch of wind-lifted shingles, we repair it and leave the sound parts of the roof alone.
When the problems are everywhere, like widespread granule loss, soft decking, or a repair list that keeps growing, we show you the photos and walk you through roof replacement and re-sheets. A re-sheet strips the roof to the deck, replaces rotted sheathing, and installs a new roof system over solid wood. We register the manufacturer warranty on every qualifying shingle job.
Storm Damage Documented the Right Way
After a windstorm drops a limb on your roof, the first job is stopping the water and the second is building a clear record. We tarp the damaged area, photograph and document everything we find, meet your insurance adjuster on site for the damage walk, and provide roof certifications when a claim or a home sale calls for one. Your insurer decides what it covers. Our part is making sure the damage is clearly documented.
Serving Olympia, Lacey, Rochester, and the Roads Between
We repair roofs throughout Olympia, from the Westside off Harrison Avenue to homes along East Bay Drive and the older streets of the South Capitol neighborhood. Next door, we work across Lacey, including Hawks Prairie, and to the south we serve Rochester and the rural properties around it.
Thurston County is the southern end of the area we cover, which runs north through Pierce County to Federal Way. If you are not sure whether your road is in range, check our service area or call, and we will tell you right away.
Olympia Roof Repair Questions
Is Olympia too far for a Tacoma roofing company?
No. Thurston County is part of our regular service area, and Olympia homes get the same free written estimate, the same inspection photos, and the same crew as homes in Tacoma. We charge no trip or travel fees for the drive. If your address is near the edge of our range, call and we will tell you honestly whether we can reach you.
Do I need a permit to repair my roof in Olympia?
Inside city limits, the City of Olympia lists reroofing as work that needs a building permit, and homes on the Olympia Heritage Register get an automatic Heritage Review when a permit is required. Lacey and unincorporated Thurston County have their own rules. We check what your address and your specific job require, and we pull any permits ourselves.
Why does my roof only leak during the first big storm of the fall?
Over a dry summer, sealant around flashing shrinks, rubber vent boots crack, and debris builds up in valleys. Nothing shows until the first long, soaking rain pushes water into those gaps. A stain that dries out by spring is still a leak. We trace it to the entry point so it does not come back next October.
How quickly can you get to Olympia in a roofing emergency?
We answer emergency calls and tarp roofs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Because we are based in Tacoma, arrival time depends on the hour, I-5 traffic, and how many storm calls are coming in. When you call, we give you an honest time based on those conditions instead of a promise we cannot keep.
Can you help with my insurance claim?
Yes. We photograph and document storm damage, meet your adjuster on site during the damage walk, and provide roof certifications when needed. We cannot promise what your insurance company will approve, but your claim will have clear documentation behind it.
My home is on the Olympia Heritage Register. Can you still repair the roof?
Yes. Heritage Review applies when a permit or other City approval is required for exterior work, and it happens automatically as part of the permit application. We match existing materials as closely as the roof allows and handle the permit for you, so the review is part of the process instead of a hurdle you manage alone.
Fix It Before the Next Winter Storm Makes It Worse
A small leak in November can become a ceiling repair by February. Have us look at your Olympia roof now, while it is still a repair. Estimates are free and written, and weekend appointments are available.
