Expert Roofers Columbus does honest roof repairs across Salem and the rest of Lee County. Salem is a Lee County community along US-280 east of Phenix City. You get a free, photo-documented inspection, an honest repair-or-replace answer, and a crew that answers the phone after the job is done.
Common roof problems we repair in Salem
- 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 Salem 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 Salem
Salem is an unincorporated Lee County community between Opelika and Phenix City along U.S. 280 and 431, first settled in 1835 and spread over roughly 115 square miles. Local landmarks include Wacoochee Elementary School and the nearby NCAT asphalt test track. The Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge came from here; a fallen tree destroyed it on June 4, 2005, and it was rebuilt in 2007 at Opelika Municipal Park.
Storms that have hit Salem
On February 28, 2009 an EF2 tornado with 125 to 130 mph winds touched down southwest of Salem and crossed U.S. 280, destroying 4 site built homes and 6 mobile homes and badly damaging 8 more homes (NOAA). On May 3, 2025 an EF0 tornado passed through the Salem area near Wacoochee Elementary, where 1.5 inch hail was also reported on March 31, 2025.
Permits for roof work in Salem
Salem is unincorporated, so building permits come from Lee County Building Inspections, which serves the unincorporated areas of Lee County (334-737-7014). The county asks homeowners to call if they are unsure whether a project needs a permit. Its fee schedule charges no permit fee where the job valuation is $1,000 or less.
Why Salem 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 Salem and the Chattahoochee Valley
Along with Salem, we roof homes and businesses in Phenix City, Smiths Station, Fort Mitchell, Ladonia, 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 Salem.
Common questions
How fast can you fix a leak in Salem?
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 Salem is on roofs other companies installed.
Who do I call about a roofing permit in Salem?
Salem is unincorporated, so Lee County Building Inspections handles permits there. Call 334-737-7014 and they will tell you whether your reroof needs one.
Has Salem had tornado damage?
Yes. NOAA records an EF2 tornado on February 28, 2009 that destroyed 4 site built homes and 6 mobile homes near Salem, and a weaker EF0 on May 3, 2025 near Wacoochee Elementary.