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6 Common Causes of Roof Leaks

6 Commons Causes Of A Roof Leak

February 5, 2020/in Roofing /by Armor Xteriors

You know it’s happening, but you don’t yet know why. Determining the cause of your roof leak can help you figure out the extent of the repair that’s going to be needed. Sometimes the leak will be in a place that seems to be of little consequence, especially if the water is dripping at a snail-like pace. But that is no reason to ignore it.

Even the smallest of leaks can be symptomatic of a problem that is going to worsen if left unaddressed. At the first sign of a leak, you’ll want to be proactive about not just plugging it up, but solving the problem at its root.

Your home is far too valuable to let water damage its interior. There are a number of common causes of roof leaks. Here are six of them:

Shingle damage

Over many years, different kinds of shingles have come into roofing fashion. But just because they’re popular doesn’t mean they’re infallible. Over the course of many years, they can succumb to wear, resulting in cracks. And in high winds, sometimes one will go flying away. However it happens, it could signify that your roofing is growing outdated and might end up facing the same problem again in the near future.

Clogged gutter

It’s very important to keep those rotting leaves out of your gutter. Not only can this result in damage to the gutter itself, but it can give standing water the opportunity to pool up and eventually make its way inside.

Organic material

If you go too long without clearing your roof of leaves and twigs and whatever other plant matter is piling up, you’re creating a situation where the slope of your roof might not be able to send the water where it needs to go: away.

Shallow roof slope

Shallower roof slopes have some advantages in their own right, such as easier roof accessibility and decreased damage from windstorms. However, if you go with a low slope, the water is not going to be sent away as quickly. Not only that, but the lack of slope can create more of an opportunity for debris to pile up, creating a sort of dam.

Damaged flashing

The flashing is the metal strip on your roof that is installed over a seam. If it gets corroded, it can open up the opportunity for leaks.

Vent pipes

These are a necessity, but also something of a liability. If there’s any cracking in them, this could be the culprit.

If you’re experiencing a roof leak or need any other work on your roof, be sure to get in touch with an industry professional. For roofing services in Chattanooga, North Georgia, and the surround areas, the experts to contact are at Armor Xteriors at (423) 760-3333. Go ahead and give Armor Xteriors a call today!

Tags: chattanooga, leaks, roofing, storm damage
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