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Call 24/7: (618) 806-9898Where roof leaks usually start
Most roof leaks start at a handful of weak points:
- Flashing at chimneys and walls, where loose, rusted or poorly sealed metal meets brick or siding.
- Skylights, at the flashing or seals around the frame.
- Pipe boots and roof vents, where rubber collars crack and vent flashing loosens.
- Valleys, where two slopes meet and carry the most water.
- Missing or wind-lifted shingles that leave nails and underlayment exposed.
- Hail damage that cracks or bruises shingles and dents flashing.
- Ice dams that back meltwater up under the shingles at the roof edge.
- Gutters overflowing at the roof edge and soaking the fascia and decking behind them.
Water often runs along the decking or a rafter before it shows inside, so the stain can be several feet from where the water gets in.
Signs of a roof leak inside the house
- Water stains on the ceiling or upper walls.
- Drips after heavy rain.
- Damp attic insulation or dark, wet decking.
- Peeling or bubbling paint.
- A musty or mold smell in the attic or upper rooms.
How we find the leak
Every leak repair starts with a free roof inspection with a photo report of what we find. We check the roof surface, flashing and roof edge and, where it is safe and accessible, the attic for wet decking, stains and the path the water has taken.
We trace the water to the source rather than patching where the stain shows, so the repair fixes the cause.
Repair or replace?
Most leaks come from one failure point and need a targeted repair. Widespread damage, leaks that keep returning in different places or an aging roof may need more. We show you the photos and tell you which. See roof repair and roof replacement.
Chimney, skylight and vent leaks
Chimney leaks
Chimneys most often leak at the flashing where the roof meets the brick, or where the counter-flashing is set into the mortar joints. We check both before recommending a repair.
Skylight leaks
A skylight can leak at the flashing around its frame or at the seal itself. We work out which, so the right part gets repaired.
Vent and pipe boot leaks
Rubber pipe boots crack with sun and age, and vent flashing can work loose. These are among the most common leak sources and are usually a targeted repair.
If hail or wind caused the leak, see storm damage roof repair.
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