Roof repair and leak detection

Signs worth a closer look

• Water stains or damp spots on ceilings or upper walls
• Drips or leaks that appear during or after rain
• Missing, cracked, lifted or worn roofing material
• Damaged or exposed flashing around vents, chimneys and other penetrations
• Sagging, debris build-up or problems along roof edges and gutters

Why leaks can be hard to trace

Water often travels before it shows up indoors, so a stain on the ceiling is not always directly below the source. Penetrations, flashing, valleys and edges are common places to look, along with the condition of the roof covering itself. Leak detection is about tracing the path back to where water is getting in.

Repair or replace?

A leak can have more than one cause. Roof age, overall condition and the affected details all matter when comparing a targeted repair with a replacement. A localized problem on an otherwise sound roof is a different conversation from widespread wear. Call to discuss what you have noticed.

What to share when you call

• Where the property is
• Where you have noticed the leak or damage, inside and outside
• When it started and whether it changes with weather
• The roof material and any known repair history