Roof Talk-101 Leaky Roof? Top 5 Things That You Need To Do

By Craig Foster

 

Leaky Roof?     Top 5 Things That You Need To Do

 

We like rain in Texas….rain is a good thing….fills up the aquifers….brings out the flowers in the spring….and keeps us out of droughts. But if rain comes and you have a leaky roof then rain is not a good thing….all of sudden it is a problem!

What to do when your roof is leaking like a faucet? Let’s look at (5) things you need to do when you have a leaky roof:

1.      First things first….do what you can be done to minimize damage to the inside of building. Buckets, trash cans, and bowls can make a great temporary rain catcher. Keep in mind that this might have to get you through a rain event before it actually gets fixed.

 

2.      Try to identify where any leaking might be coming from. For example it could be a roof, window, roof top mechanical equipment, or even an exterior door. If water can find a way to get into your building be assured it will find it.

 

3.      Once it has been determined the leak is coming from the roof area immediately contact a reputable roofing contractor who has the ability to identify and service your roofing needs. It will be very helpful to the contractor if some basic information is available such as the roof type and age; whether it is flat or sloped; and what type of access is available to the roof such as an interior roof hatch or exterior ladder access.

 

4.      Next, meet with a roofing contractor at the property, review the leak areas and ask that a report with pictures be provided with an estimate to repair the leaking areas. This should include some type of guarantee that includes repair work performed.

 

5.      Once the repairs have been made ask for pictures of the completed repairs.  Follow up with a  maintenance program to help minimize the possibility of roof leaking that can cause damage or roof failure in the future.

 

ROOFTEC-LLC has been installing and repairing roofing systems for over 30 years. We have the solutions you are looking for if you have a leaky roof. ROOFTEC-LLC only uses the best products and installation practices to insure you have a worry free roof. For more information about how to get your leaky roof fixed visit www.rooftec-llc.com.