Oh the many ways, your roof can get water damage.
There are many ways your roof can get water damage. Just like other home appliances your roof should also have an occasional checkup and regular maintenance.
Are you are a home DIY person??
Then make sure you take special precautions if you want to check for damage on your roof.
1. Missing shingles
If you find out that any shingles have disappeared, which is quite possible from wind. We recommend that you replaced them as soon as possible. Missing shingles or roof tiles will expose different parts of your roof to all of nature’s elements. This, in turn, might cause water damage to the exposed wood or decking and can create many issues.
Or if you find the asphalt shingles curling up at the edges, it might mean they have already taken some amount of water damage. Get them replaced in both cases.
2. Roofing granules in the gutter
Leaves in your gutters are one thing, but finding roofing pieces is a whole different story. Sure, it’s natural for any roof to lose some granules but when you find your gutter clogged up with roof pieces, it might be time for a roof checkup. Like shingles, lack of granules also exposes you to various risks.
3. Leaky roof beams
Go up to your attic with a flashlight and see if you notice sunlight shining through the roof beams. If the answer is yes, it means water might or is already seeping in. Have it fixed immediately! If your insulation is also showing signs of mold and moisture, then it means you need to check for water damage here as well.
4. Problems with flashing
Is the flashing around the chimney, rooftop, or vent pipe in good condition? If not, it could lead to water seepage and eventually costly damage. On flat roofs, flashing is often the most common cause of roof leaks, and you should be mindful of that.
If you need more help, Call Dan at Atkins Roofing: 949-456-0777. Also, visit Atkins Roofing for more great tips or roof inspection.