The roof of your home provides not just protection from the elements, but a sense of security. A roof leak can disrupt your life and result in water damage. Roof leaks likely come from storms, but even when the weather is nice, you need to watch for these top eight signs of a roof leak.
Signs Of a Roof Leak
1. Damaged Shingles
Damaged, warped, or missing roof shingles provide the perfect access point for moisture. Routine roof inspections help identify any shingles that need replacement. Check your roof after extreme weather conditions pass, as severe weather can damage shingles.
2. Gutter Problems
A roof leak can also originate from your gutters. A gutter can clog or become rusted if it’s not properly maintained and cleaned. A leak in the gutter could mean water is leaking through the roof, too.
3. Mold
If there is visible mold growth, especially on exterior walls, it could originate from a leak in your roof. If you find mold growing in your home, your first step should be to call a professional roof inspector or other areas to prevent safety issues in your living space.
4. Discolored Walls
Stains or discoloration on walls and ceilings are a sign of a roof leak. There are other less noticeable places that can show discoloration or stains such as overhead light fixtures and window or door seals.
5. Wet Exterior Walls
Wet spots on the exterior of the home, even when there has been no rain, are another sign of a roof leak. When you feel the wall, is it damp to the touch? This can cause issues inside the wall of your home and cause mold growth on the exterior.
6. Damaged Roof Flashing
Roof flashing is a thin layer of metal that protects the roof and directs the flow of water away from places where it could pool. If the roof flashing is damaged, this is a sign you will encounter a roof leak in the future. Reduce the chances of damage going unnoticed by checking the flashing once each season. Cracks or rust in the flashing can be fixed to prevent water damage.
7. Moisture on Shiners
You may not think to check underneath the roof, but if you do you could be rewarded by spotting shiners, which are nails not entirely in the frame. If you notice moisture or frost on the shiners, this is a sign of a damaged roof that needs to be fixed.
8. Holes From A Prior Installation
Did you previously have an antenna or satellite dish on your roof? During its installation, holes would have been drilled into the roof. If the dish has been removed from the roof by an inexperienced contractor, the holes can cause a mild to severe roof leak and water damage in your living space.
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When you experience the signs of a roof leak in your living space, give our roofing team a call by phone at (503) 983-8170 to receive assistance. We offer roof repairs and roofing services for homeowners or business owners and are committed to keeping your family safe.
Our service area includes, but is not limited to the WILLAMETTE VALLEY REGION and surroundings in the state of Oregon🌲.
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