Your roof is your home’s first line of defense against any of the severe weather Mother Nature throws your way. When your roof fails to do that, it can lead to water damage in your home. Water damage due to a leaking roof is not fun and can lead to serious problems in your home. This is why dealing with a leaking roof the right way is so important. Nickerson Roofing is here to share some tips to help you recover from the damage that can be a result of a leaking roof.
What Happens if You Don’t Fix a Roof Leak?
The first and most important thing to remember is that when you see signs of water damage because your roof is leaking, you shouldn’t hesitate to deal with it. Water coming into the house from a leaky roof can be a problem long before you notice anything. There is likely more damage that a little water spot on the roof. Water in the attic can cause damage to the insulation and other aspects of your attic. Water has to make its way through many layers before it gets to your walls or ceiling, so move fast when you see signs of water damage.
Finding & Fixing a Leak in the Roof
If you have noticed that there is water coming into your home from a leak in the roof, it is something that you should call on roofing professionals to help you locate and fix. Finding a leak in a roof is no small task. With most roofs having a pitch and not being flat, it can be difficult to lace a leak on your own. This is something that you want to leave to professionals. When you call on professional roofers to come take a look, they can inspect the roof for any signs of damage that could allow water to get into the house. They have the training and essential equipment needed to fix the leak so that no more water gets into your house.
Addressing Water Damage from a Leaky Roof
When you have water damage in your home because of a leaky roof, it can be difficult to know where to start fixing it. The first thing that you need to focus on is drying things out. You can usually dry out the insulation and wood in the attic with the use of a wet/dry vac and some industrial fans. The focus should be on drying so that you don’t have mold that starts to grow.
Roof Repair, Replacement & More in Truckee, Mystic, Tahoe City, Kings Beach & The North Lake Tahoe Basin of California
If you have a leak in your roof, you can turn to Nickerson Roofing to help you get it fixed. We will be able to locate the leak and get to work on a solution to the problem. If you have an older roof with several issues, we may recommend roof replacement rather than repair. It is our goal to protect your home from the elements with our roof repair and replacement services. Call us today!
