Dr Roof

Roofing emergencies — Brussels-Capital Region

Emergency roof leak in Ganshoren

Ganshoren, a compact, residential area, frequently experiences leaks related to attics beneath roof tiles or membrane-covered extensions. Access to the property must be confirmed before planning.

  • Targeted assessment
  • Photos and report
  • Service subject to availability

What should you do immediately if there is a leak?

  • Keep people away from areas where the ceiling is bulging, material is falling or water is in contact with electricity.
  • Switch off the affected electrical circuit only if you can do so without putting yourself at risk.
  • Place a container under the drip only when there is no electrical risk nearby.
  • Do not climb onto a wet roof or attempt a dangerous temporary repair at height.
  • Photograph visible damage and, if possible, the façade or courtyard access from a safe position.
  • Note when the leak began, whether it continues after the rain and how the roof or loft can be accessed.

Access and preparation in Ganshoren

Please state the height of the roof and whether the insulation is visible on the ceiling. Quiet streets can sometimes make parking easier, but do not guarantee an immediate response.

Dormer windows and flashing joints require attention; a stain on the ceiling may spread along a beam before becoming visible in the centre of the room.

How Dr Roof handles your request

  1. We receive your description, photos and municipality (telephone reception 24/7; staff normally available 09:00–16:00, with AI-assisted reception outside those hours).
  2. We assess the requested priority (express 24 hours, urgent 48 hours or standard 72 hours), always subject to confirmation.
  3. We schedule a visit when the situation, access and weather conditions allow.
  4. We assess the situation on site, apply damage-limitation measures or temporary covering when appropriate, then recommend a lasting repair.

Telephone reception: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Staff are normally available from 09:00 to 16:00. Outside those hours, AI-assisted telephone reception can collect initial information and direct your request.

24-, 48- and 72-hour priority levels

You can request express (24 hours), urgent (48 hours) or standard (72 hours) priority. These are requested priority levels and are never guaranteed before confirmation. The stated response times depend on availability, site access and weather conditions.

Urgent weekend service may be possible depending on availability. A surcharge may apply, and availability must be confirmed.

Temporary protection and lasting repair

A tarpaulin or temporary protection can limit damage when wind, rain or access prevents an immediate permanent repair. It is not equivalent to a lasting repair.

The permanent repair depends on the assessment (tile, membrane, zinc, gutter, etc.) and conditions on the roof. A second visit or favourable weather may be required.

How the service call works

  1. Assessment

    Analysis on site or remotely, depending on the situation: location, condition of the surfaces and causes of water ingress.

  2. Repair or protection

    Targeted work or temporary measures when access, weather and safety conditions allow.

  3. Report and recommendations

    A summary of findings, useful photos and priorities for what comes next — without any promise of overall watertightness.

Clear follow-up after the service call

When the situation allows, you receive a structured summary covering the findings, work completed or temporary measures, and recommendations for what comes next.

  • Before-and-after photos
  • Assessment and work completed
  • Priority recommendations
  • A useful follow-up document
Example of a Dr Roof service report on a tablet

Important limitations

  • The 24-hour express service is a priority request; it is never a guarantee that technical assistance will be provided within that timeframe.
  • A permanent repair is not always possible during the first visit (due to weather conditions, safety concerns, access issues or the nature of the leak).
  • Emergency call-outs at weekends may be possible subject to availability; a surcharge may apply and must be confirmed.

Emergency roof-leak pages for nearby municipalities

Frequently asked questions

Please specify whether a trapdoor is located in a cupboard, a corridor or a bedroom, and whether a stepladder is available on site for the interior inspection.

Need a rapid roofing response?

Our team is ready to help and arrange a service call, subject to confirmation based on availability, access and weather conditions.