When your roof is old or
has sustained weather damage, there are common areas
that tend to be culprits for leaking water. Keep an
eye out for problems and take preventive measures to
fix them before serious structural damage, or mold and
mildew occurs.
Here are some reasons water damage may occur in your
home:
Leaks at joints. Joints between the roof and
the chimney or between two sloped sections of a roof
are highly susceptible to leaking. Leaking will occur
due to poor installation or defective sheet metal.
According to the University of North Dakota, this
sheet metal, also called flashing, needs to be
replaced or reattached to stop the leak.
Broken or cracked shingles. Water can seep
through the roof and into your home if your roof has
cracked or broken shingles. Shingles usually
deteriorate on the southern face of the roof first,
because of exposure to sun, so inspect that side
first. If you notice problems with more than a few
shingles, it might be time reshingle the whole roof.
Weather damage.
Shingles can be pulled off or damaged as a result of
the elements. If possible, evaluate your roof after a
major wind or hail storm and take note of any damage.
Hire a roofing specialist to make needed repairs.
Ice. If you live in a cold climate, the formation of
ice on your home could potentially lead to leaks as a
result of ice dams. An ice dam forms when the edge of
your roof is colder than the middle of your roof,
causing water to refreeze instead of dripping into the
gutters. To prevent ice dams, keep your home well
insulated. If you do not replace insulation, install
additional layers of protection between your roof and
home to prevent leakage.
Remember - use a well-qualified roofer who has
received good reviews from homeowners like yourself. If your roof starts to leak, give Quinn's Construction a
call (978) 957-1200 and we will find and resolve the
problem!
