Roof leaks: causes and solutions
- Shingles that are missing, cracked, or damaged
- Damming with ice
- Gutters that are clogged
- Flashings/joints are damaged
- Damage to the soffit and fascia
Providing preventative and repair services for roof leaks is what we specialize in
Detecting roof leaks is the first step in repairing roof leaks. You will have an easier time if your roof deck’s rafters and underside are exposed. Additionally, water leaks can often be misconstrued, which is why it is important to be aware of them. There could be some distance between the spot where you see water and stains and the actual damage to the roof.
Don’t go on your roof and search for the source of the leak yourself – a professional roofer knows the tricks that water can play. New Jersey residents can rely on Core Construction to provide fast and reliable leak detection and roof leak repair in NJ.
You cannot find leaks on a pitched roof below where you see evidence of one because water cannot flow uphill. When water enters through exposed nail holes or areas with missing shingles, it travels over old layers of roof and roofing felt until it reaches a gap or tear that allows it to penetrate to the roof deck. From there, it may continue over the plywood until it crosses a joint, where it may continue along a rafter or the underside of the deck.
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Mold and wood rot can be prevented with timely leak repair
When your roof’s underside is hidden, as is the case with cathedral or vaulted ceilings, it’s very difficult to find the source of a leak. When rainwater enters, it may travel for a considerable distance before leaking. It may travel even further if the ceiling is made of drywall or paneling. Small leaks may not even be noticeable unless prolonged rain falls occur, but that doesn’t mean they’re harmless. The presence of moisture inside the roof assembly can degrade insulation and promote mold and wood-rotting fungus growth.
There will be discoloration on your ceiling if you have substantial leaks. The drywall can become saturated when water pools on a horizontal ceiling. In this scenario, puncture the saturated area with a pencil and allow the water to drain into a large bucket until the roof can be repaired. The leak will have to be located by removing a large portion of drywall if it cannot be found by inspecting the roof. To pinpoint the leak location on the roof, technicians use reference points such as a chimney and ridge to measure the leak location.
We repair and replace roofs in New Jersey
No matter how good a roofing system is, over time it is likely to develop problems. We can replace shingles and repair leaky roofs that result from wind damage, hail damage, or general wear and tear. You can rely on us to install and repair your roof if it needs to be replaced.
Roofing cement can be troweled over old, cracked flashing to fix a leak, or wind-torn shingles can be replaced. In addition to roofing repairs, Core Construction’s roofing experts can replace fractured or rotted rafters and rotted decking. The color and texture of the new shingles are carefully matched to existing shingles.
