If you see water stains on your ceilings or walls it may mean you have a leaky roof. Roof leaks are really irritating and can cost a lot if not fixed timely. One of the most asked questions by homeowners in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex is “How to fix a leaking roof?” We at James Kate Construction have been asked this question for more than a decade. If you have the same question in your mind; we are going to answer it in this blog post. But before we can fix a leak, we must know how to find it.
How to Find Roof Leaks?
Tracking down the roof leak is the hardest part. When you are trying to find a roof leak, start by looking at the roof uphill from the stains. Look for roof penetrations. Items that penetrate the roof are the most common source of leaks. It can include chimneys, plumbing and roof vents, dormers, etc. that projects through the roof. They can be many feet above the leak or to the right or left of it. If you have easy access to your roof via an attic, the best way to find a roof leak is to go up there and look for the evidence. You can also go up onto the roof and examine the issue. If you are still unable to find the cause of the leak or don’t have enough time to do it yourself, James Kate Construction will do it for you. We are the best roofing contractor around and have been serving the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex area for more than a decade.
Solution for a Small Leak
There can be one of various reasons for a roof leak. Once you find the leaks and get to the root cause of it, you can fix it easily by choosing an available solution. Look for the plumbing vent boots, check the plastic and metal bases for crack and seams and fix them.
Roof vents can be a reason for the leak. If you have plastic roof vents check for cracked housings and if you have metal ones look for broken seams. The best solution to fix the issue is to replace the damaged roof vent. Look for the small holes in the shingles and fix them. These holes are sneaky because they can cause rot, a leaky roof and other damage for years before you notice the obvious signs of a leak.
DIY Roof Repairs
Working on top of a roof is not a piece of cake, it can be difficult and dangerous. Unless your roof’s pitch is low and you have the required experience, tools, and confidence to do the job safely, you should leave this work to the professional roofing contractors in Flower Mound, Rockwall of other Texas locations. Contact James Kate Construction now for all your roof repair and replacement needs the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex area.