Roof Service

Roof leakage is a common household problem that may occur in a home. Seeing any unexpected water stains on your ceiling? That may be due to a leak in the roof. A possible reason as to why this happens is because your roof is old and it is probably decomposing already. It is common to get roof leaks after winter because the snow falling onto the roof may have formed ice dams that turn into water when it is summer or any warm day. Here are some tips on how to fix and spot roof leakages.   

One tip on roof leak repair or roof restoration St. George is to fix it as soon as possible. If you see even the tiniest of leaks, it should be addressed as quickly as possible. This is because of even the smallest leaks if not given attention could create an even bigger leak and would cause more damage as an effect of not taking care of the hole. This will create a domino effect regarding the bills you will be paying. First, you would have to pay for the repair of the leakages then pay for the repair of the roofs and lastly pay for the water stains on the ceiling. The repair of the roof alone will cost at least $500 alone plus the repair of the leaks and the stains which would easily give you a bill of over a thousand dollars.  

One way to spot the leaks is to check the top of the roof. Check for any items that may have penetrated to the roof because these items are one of the primary reasons for roof leakages. Check for any items that may penetrate the roof like chimneys, roof vents, dormers, or anything else sticking out of the roof. Also, if you have access to the attic, then you can go up there and bring a flashlight to check for any leakages. This is one of the most effective ways to find leaks because you will be at the center of it all and you will be able to spot it quickly.   

One way to repair a leaky roof is to fix the shingles. It will be easy to find the leak if it was a flat roof but if you have shingles on your roof then investigate the shingles for any leaks. Lifting them up to find the leak will be the most effective even if it might be tedious, it will surely tell you where the leak is originated. If you see that the shingle is curled up, then it is best to replace that shingle with a brand new one.   

These are some of the tips you should remember when you have a leaky roof, or you are investigating a leak in the roof. Remember not to solely rely on roof sealants because they are not as effective as a mechanical fix for the leak. Sure it will stop the water from dripping down to the house, but it will not magically fix the hole in the roof. It is only a way of stalling so that you can call for a repair service. It will help buy you time for the repairman to come and fix the leak.