Are you losing sleep over a leaky roof?

There is no doubt that roofing can be a boring topic unless you have a roofing problem or a leaky roof.  Most of the time we don’t think much about our roof unless we have a problem.  Our roofing system serves an important role in protecting the integrity of our home.  Our roof keeps out the water, wind, snow and cold and hot weather.  When water starts to leak into our home it can cause a tremendous amount of stress and anxiety.

A leaky roof can cause hundreds to thousands of dollars in damages and should not be ignored.  The most difficult part about a leaky roof can sometimes be finding the source of the problem.  If you want to correct the problem yourself, begin by looking to in the attic to determine the entry point of the leak.  Sometimes water can appear to be leaking from the roof when in fact it’s leaking from the window or soffit.  While in the attic look for the obvious signs like water pooling but also less obvious signs like dried water buildup on the rafters and joists. Because water will travel along a slope before it begins to drip it can be difficult to locate.

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