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Every winter, the same pattern plays out across Ottawa's east end: snow piles up, attic heat escapes through the roof deck, that snow melts from underneath, and the water refreezes right at your eaves. That's an ice dam. It backs water up under your shingles, and by the time you see a stain on your ceiling, it's already inside your attic. If you're searching for a roofing company in Orléans because you've got a leak, a sagging patch, or ice creeping up your eavestroughs right now, you don't need a history lesson — you need someone to look at it. As roofers in Orléans, VR Roofing serves homeowners across the area directly, and we can usually get a technician out for a roof inspection within the week.
At VR Roofing, we connect Ottawa homeowners with a trusted network of vetted roofing contractors for installation, replacement, and repair. Every project is matched to your home, your budget, and your specific roofing needs.
It's not bad luck — it's physics and, often, a roofing system that was never built or maintained to handle it. Poor attic ventilation lets warm air pool under the roof deck, which is what melts snow unevenly in the first place. Under-insulated attics, common in homes that have had additions, renovations, or dropped ceilings over the years, make the problem worse. Aging or improperly installed ice-and-water shield along the eaves — the membrane that's supposed to stop backed-up meltwater — fails or was never extended far enough up the roof. Valleys and low-slope sections where snow doesn't shed evenly collect the most ice and take the most damage. None of these are things you can diagnose from the ground — that's the point of getting a roofer up there before spring thaw does more damage.
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We check flashing, valleys, vent boots, and attic ventilation — not just a glance from the driveway.
Targeted fixes for leaks, ice dam damage, wind-lifted shingles, and flashing failures.
Tear-off and re-roof with asphalt shingles built for this region's freeze-thaw cycles.
A longer-lasting option for additions, garages, or full re-roofs where lifespan matters most.
For additions, garages, and porch roofs where standard shingle drainage doesn't apply.
Catching lifted shingles, clogged valleys, or worn flashing before they become a leak.
Not sure if it's normal wear or an active problem? These are the signs worth calling about
Water stains spreading across your ceiling
Ice creeping up your eavestroughs
A sagging patch on the roofline
Missing or lifted shingles
Ice buildup along the roof edge
Clogged valleys or worn flashing

You tell us what you're seeing — a stain, missing shingles, ice buildup, or another roofing concern — so we know what to look for before we arrive.
We inspect both the roof and the attic. Many leak problems trace back to something happening inside the attic, not just on the shingles.
You get a straight answer — repair or replacement — along with the reasoning behind our recommendation, so you can make an informed decision.
We schedule the work around the weather. Roofing in the Ottawa winter climate means planning around freeze-thaw windows rather than fighting them.
Get answers to frequently asked questions below.
Most of the time, yes — we repair the shingles, flashing, and ventilation issue that caused it. Replacement only becomes necessary if the roof deck has repeated water damage or the shingles are already past their service life.
For active leaks, we prioritize getting a technician out within days, not weeks — water damage gets worse the longer it sits, especially with more freeze-thaw cycles ahead.
Both. Older roofing systems here often need more attention to ventilation and ice-and-water shield upgrades since building codes and materials have changed significantly over the decades.
Ice dam damage is often covered, but coverage depends on your specific policy and the cause. We can document the damage and cause clearly enough to support a claim.
Late spring through fall gives the most flexibility for full installs, but we handle repairs and emergency work year-round. If your roof is failing before winter, don't wait for spring — a timely fall repair can prevent a bigger problem in January.
We work throughout Orléans as part of our Ottawa-area service coverage — get in touch with your address and we'll confirm timing.
A real inspection, a real answer — not a sales pitch. VR Roofing provides honest, no-pressure roof inspections for homeowners in Orléans and the surrounding areas. Reach out directly or fill out the form and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.

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