Need to know how to Locate a Roof Leak?

Every home owner should know what to do when moisture gets into their home. For starters Follow the signs of a leak, and prevent problems before they get serious! Always take water stains very seriously, as the costs for repairs can add up quickly once there is water damage. Do not be afraid to check the attic.

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The leak might not always be coming from straight above as it runs down roof trusses before finally dripping onto the ceiling. Once you know the general location of the leak, you want to do a visual inspection of the roof, to look for possible causes.

Finding a roof leak from the outside

Missing shingles and vents, pooling of water or damage from trees are common culprits. PRO TIP! The way the pro’s at The Villages Roofers check for a leak when its not raining, is to have a hose and spray down the roof with fake rain, while another is looking in the attic space with a light, or a special moisture camera!

This might seem strange, but sometimes you need to try looking at the walls.

Many leaks can be caused by siding wear and tear or window installations. Lastly, not all roof leaks, are roof leaks. Especially in winter. Due to the winter cold home owners will have heat buildup from constant furnace operation.

If the attic space is not properly ventilated, hot air will accumulate and condensate on the cold underside surface of the roof. This will cause moisture to pool, drip, and cause damage to your insulation. This will often make the problem worse over time.

The best solution is to have us come look at your attic space to see if a quick vent installation could reduce your problems before you need to replace all your insulation as well. In closing, Whenever doing roof related work on your home by yourself, always think about safety.

One Third of all injuries that happen in the home are from falls! So please be cautious.