1.) On of the most common causes for roof leaks is having broken shingles. Since shingles are the outer layer of a roof. You can be able to identify missing shingles simply by blank spots in your roof. Also being aware of crack shingles in your roof as well those can be a reason for why your roof leaks. Roofing companies in orange county are aware that this is due to weather conditions in your area.
2.) A Cracked in the flashing. Broken flashing will have large cracks. A flashing is a thin piece of metal that’s installed under shingles and on the joints of your roof. They install flashing to make a water-resistant barrier. If exposed you will see sections on your roof of sheet metal showing. If concealed you will then see a rubberized coating over top. Roofers often use tar to seal the flashing together. This can corrode and be affected over time by the weather.
3.) The part on your roof called the Valley is most likely not properly sealed. The valley is an section on the roof where two flats come together. Since the areas of the roof are usually sloped that makes the valley. If the valley is not sealed together then rainwater can get inside as it runs down your roof.
4.)When the vents in your roof are cracked. Roof vents on some houses will look like small pipes sticking out of the top. They are placed there to push out extra moisture from the inside of the house and attic. If these vents have cracks in them they will cause leaks from this area and dark spots.
5.) If your sky light is wrongly installed. This can cause leaks and are luckily super easy to spot. If you are noticing wet spots in your home mainly under your skylights. Sometimes skylights need to be replace over time due to weather conditions.
6.)When the gutters on your roof are clogged it prevents them from doing their job. With leaves, sticks and debris clogging your gutters. Rain can’t trickle down and it will cause a build up of water. This can cause leaks and it can be a simple and easy fix.
These are just a few examples on why your roof may be leaking. Many home owners think they can do it themselves. Fixing the problems on their own but it can be dangerous if they are not an experienced roofer. Get your roof inspected by Atkins roofing. One of the leading roofing companies of Orange County! We can diagnosis and fix your roof before the rainy season comes. We serve cities like; Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Anaheim Hills, Bluebird Canyon, Brea, Capistrano Beach, Costa Mesa, Coto de Caza, Cypress, Corona Del Mar, Dana point, Dove Canyon, Foothill Ranch, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo Newport Beach, Newport Coast, Placentia, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Rancho Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Silverado Canyon, Yorba Linda and MORE!. Call at 949-249-9259 for a quote today!