Homeowners in Auburn, Alabama call Expert Roofers Columbus for honest roof repairs. Auburn is the Lee County home of Auburn University, northeast of Columbus, close enough to our Columbus base that we are not a once-a-season crew passing through. Free inspections, written estimates, and real help with storm and insurance claims.
Common roof problems we repair in Auburn
- Missing or damaged shingles from wind or storms.
- Leaks and water spots on ceilings or in the attic.
- Flashing failures around chimneys, valleys and pipe boots, where leaks usually start.
- Granule loss and worn spots that let water in.
How we approach a repair
We do not guess from the driveway. We inspect the actual problem area, find the real source of the water (often not where it shows up inside), and fix it properly so it holds. Every inspection and estimate is free.
Repairs we handle most often
- Pipe boot leaks: the rubber collar around plumbing vents cracks in the sun and lets water run down the pipe.
- Flashing at chimneys, walls and valleys that has lifted, rusted or was never sealed right.
- Wind-lifted or missing shingles after a storm, replaced and sealed so the next gust does not take more.
- Nail pops that push up through shingles and let water in around the shank.
- Damaged decking under a long-running leak, cut out and replaced before it spreads.
When a repair is not the right call
If your Auburn roof is near the end of its life, a repair can be money spent on a roof you will replace soon anyway. We will tell you when that is the case, and when the damage came from a storm we will check whether it is a covered insurance claim before you pay for anything out of pocket.
Roofing in Auburn
Auburn is home to Auburn University, the city's largest employer, and grew from fewer than 5,000 residents in 1940 to 65,508 in 2020. That growth shows in the housing: Census estimates put the median home at 2001, with about half of homes built since 2000. Landmarks include Toomer's Corner downtown and Chewacla State Park.
Storms that have hit Auburn
On January 22, 2017 an EF0 tornado crossed I-85 near Beehive Road, peeled back half the roof of a mobile home and caused shingle damage to apartment buildings near Longleaf Drive before dissipating near the southwest edge of the Auburn University campus (NOAA). During Tropical Storm Zeta on October 29, 2020 the Auburn airport weather station (KAUO) recorded a 55 mph gust, with trees and power lines down across Lee County.
Permits for roof work in Auburn
The City of Auburn Inspection Services Department (171 N. Ross St., 334-501-3170) issues permits inside city limits. Roofing is one of the trades covered by the city's combined Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing/Gas and Roofing permit application, which can be filed through the Auburn permit portal.
Why Auburn homeowners trust us for repairs
- Rated 4.7 stars across 77 Google reviews from local homeowners.
- Storm and insurance-claim specialists. We document damage the way adjusters need it.
- Free, no-pressure roof inspections. If you do not need the work, we will tell you.
- Licensed and insured roofing crews serving Georgia and Alabama.
- Local and responsive. We answer the phone and show up when we say we will.
Serving Auburn and the Chattahoochee Valley
Along with Auburn, we roof homes and businesses in Phenix City, Smiths Station, Salem, Fort Mitchell, Columbus, Fortson, and the rest of the Valley on both sides of the river. Wherever you are within about 30 miles of Columbus, the standard is the same: done right, the first time.
Ready when you are. Call (706) 917-2768 or book a free inspection in Auburn.
Common questions
How fast can you fix a leak in Auburn?
We prioritize active leaks. If the permanent repair cannot happen right away because of weather, we tarp the area to stop water getting in and come back to fix it properly.
Why does my ceiling stain not line up with the leak?
Water lands on the decking, runs along rafters and underlayment, and drips through wherever it finds a gap. The real entry point is often several feet uphill from the stain, which is why we trace it from the roof and the attic.
Do you repair roofs you did not install?
Yes. Most of our repair work in Auburn is on roofs other companies installed.
Do I need a roofing permit in Auburn?
Auburn's Inspection Services Department lists roofing on its combined Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing/Gas and Roofing permit application, and you can reach the department at 334-501-3170.
Has Auburn had storm damage to roofs?
Yes. NOAA records an EF0 tornado on January 22, 2017 that damaged a mobile home roof and shingles on apartment buildings near Longleaf Drive, and Tropical Storm Zeta brought a 55 mph gust at the Auburn airport on October 29, 2020.