Do you build new patio covers?

No. HomePRO focuses on leaks where an existing patio cover attaches to the house and the wall or framing damage that results. For designing or building a new patio structure, we will refer you to the appropriate contractor.

Why is my wall rotting where the patio cover attaches?

The ledger that holds the cover is fastened through the wall. Without correct flashing, water runs down the wall and behind the stucco at that line, staying wet against the framing and causing dry rot that is invisible until it is significant.

Can the leak be fixed without removing the patio cover?

Sometimes the ledger flashing can be repaired with limited disturbance; other times the connection must be opened to correct it and replace damaged wood. We assess the specific attachment and explain what the correct repair requires.

Patio Cover Leak Repair

A patio cover is attached to the house at a ledger board, and that connection cuts through the wall’s water barrier. When the ledger flashing is missing or has failed, water runs behind the stucco and quietly rots the framing. HomePRO repairs the leak-related patio-cover attachment and the damage it causes; we do not design or build new patio structures.

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What is patio cover leak repair?

Patio cover leak repair addresses water intrusion where a patio cover, awning, or attached roof structure connects to the house — typically at the ledger and its flashing — correcting the attachment detail so water is kept out of the wall and framing behind it.

HomePRO crew repairing concealed water damage where a patio cover attaches to a stucco home — View the gallery

Warning signs to watch for

Staining or dry rot on the wall where the patio cover attaches
Soft or discolored stucco and trim beneath the ledger
Peeling paint in a horizontal line along the attachment
Water dripping behind the cover during rain rather than off the front
Rusted fasteners or separation at the ledger board

Common causes we find

Missing or improperly installed ledger flashing
Ledger fastened through stucco without sealing the penetrations
Failed sealant relied on in place of proper flashing
Cover pitched back toward the house instead of away
Original patio addition built without integrating the drainage plane

How we do it right

1
Inspect the attachment
We examine the ledger, flashing, and wall behind the patio cover to determine how water is getting in and how far the damage extends.
2
Clear findings & estimate
We explain the failed detail, the scope of concealed damage, and provide an honest written estimate.
3
Repair the flashing & framing
We correct the ledger flashing and its integration with the wall, and replace any framing or sheathing lost to dry rot.
4
Rebuild & verify
We restore the stucco and finish, then verify the attachment sheds water away from the wall.

Why homeowners choose HomePRO

We find the concealed wall damage a leaking patio cover causes
Licensed General Contractor for the structural repairs involved
We correct the attachment detail, not just reseal the surface
Nearly 30 years diagnosing water intrusion in Sacramento homes