The Top 5 Causes of Roof Leaks

Top 5 Causes of Roof Leaks

Any roofing contractor can tell you that your roof is leaking, that much is obvious and the reason why

the call is made in the first place. What requires expertise is determining the leak’s origin and identifying its cause.

As a professional roofing contractor, it is our business to diagnose these types of problems on a daily basis. Below is a list of the most common roofing problems that we encounter in regards to a leaky roof.

1: Broken Shingles

No matter which material a roofing shingle is made of, it is susceptible to cracking, erosion and other damage. A shingle’s job is to protect the roof from water damage and rotting. Being so high up on a roof, shingles are often out of range from a home owner’s vision and when damaged, go unnoticed. It doesn’t take very long for a broken shingle to translate into a leak inside the home. Therefore, regular inspections of your roof are important.

 

2: Damaged or Improperly Installed Flashing

One of the biggest issues that we see in roofing systems is damaged or improperly installed flashing. Flashing is the metal material that is used to line joints, seams and other transition points on a roof providing water protection. Because the material is metal, flashing is highly susceptible to corrosion, rusting and even bending with the natural shifting of a structure. Flashing is only visible in certain places, and can lie beneath the shingle surface. An experienced roofing contractor will know exactly where the flashing lies and will be able to inspect it safely without causing further damage to a roof.

3: Plumbing and Ventilation Leaks

Many home owners have plumbing and ventilation systems ran through the roof of their house. Most roofing contractors advise against it, due to the frequent occurrence of leaks, but we see it all the time on roofing jobs. If you have a leak in your roof and pipes, hoses or other ventilation is in the vicinity, there’s a good chance that this is the culprit. Hire a qualified roofing contractor to perform a professional inspection and diagnose the cause of your leak.

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