What to do if your roof is leaking?
If your roof is leaking you might find yourself in a bit of a panic situation. A roof leak can be extremely frustrating and being unable to identify the cause of the leak can often be one of the most frustrating symptoms of the leak itself. Making sure that you know how to check the warning signs of a leaking roof will help you to pinpoint the area of the leak and get it fixed quickly. Here are some of the top ways that you can source a roof link and spotted before it gets worse:
Look for water stains: Any water stains that make their way onto your ceiling or throughout your home can be a sign of her roof leak. Water can flow directly through the insulation in your home into the interiors of your walls and even into your electric system. Start looking for black spots and water stains immediately after you suspect a leak inside your roof.
Look for signs of flashing cracks: If your attic or flashing is showing signs of cracking in the roofing materials, this can be an identifying feature of a greater problem. Aging roofing materials and temperature changes can expose portions of your roof and lead to water leaks.
Improper sealing: If you have started to notice that the areas where your roof is sealed together are blocked by vegetation or mold, this could be a sure sign that there is a leak or a problem with the sealing around your roofing materials.
Clogged gutters: When your roof gutters start to get too clogged this can lead to choked downspouts and the chance that the water leading off of your roof is actually going to be diverted in many different directions. The accumulation of water can start to cause leaks throughout your entire roofing system. It is important to clean out your gutters regularly to prevent leaks in your roof.
Cracking around chimneys or skylights: A cracked seal around a skylight or chimney can often be a quick area where leaks can find their way into your home.
If you suspect any of these top signs of a leak inside your home contact a professional roofing contractor today for an immediate inspection and repair.
This post was written by Reggie Reed! Reggie is a state-certified roofing contractor and co-owner of Reggie Reed Roofing, a roofing company in Pinellas County. He is a 4th generation roofing contractor. RR Roofing offers a wide variety of roofing services for residential homes, apartment complexes, condos, commercial buildings, churches and more. Reggie enjoys dedicating his spare time to helping underprivileged youth in his community and traveling with his family and friends.
