The Homeowner’s Guide to Leaky Roofs
No homeowner wants to come home to find water leaking from their ceiling. Now that winter has arrived, it’s essential to recognize the signs of water damage and be prepared.
If you find water dripping from a bulge or discoloration in your ceiling, it’s possible that water is pooling on the other side. Find a bucket or trash can and place it under the site of the suspected leak. If water accumulates in one section of the roof, the entire ceiling could collapse. Rather than trying to guess where the leak is coming from, we recommend immediately contacting a roofing professional.
At One Roofing Solution, Inc., we offer emergency tarping services to all our customers. Call us and we will inspect your roof from the outside as well as the inside, typically through the attic. Our professional tarping service will act as a temporary fix to minimize the damage inside your home until our crew can fully address the problem.
The National Roofing Contractors Association recommends inspecting your roof twice every year. If you are unsure if you have a leak, here are some things to look for:
Interior
- Dark spots
- Spots where outside light shines through
- Sagging
Exterior
- Missing, warped, rotting, peeling, broken, blistering, or buckling shingles
- Clogged or slow-draining gutters
- Loose debris or wear around chimneys or vents
It is very important to act fast. Leaky roofs can lead to dangerous living conditions and, in some cases, structural erosion.
If you live in Los Angeles County, Ventura County, or Orange County and have questions about the condition of your roof, or you would like a quote for replacement, call One Roofing Solution, Inc. (323) 867-1226.
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