Signs Your Roof May Be Leaking

Water Stains on Your Ceilings

The most obvious sign of a leaking roof are stains on your ceilings. Water doesn’t always drip straight down but can move along the rafters in your roof before dripping in a spot away from the leak. If a stain darkens or grows larger after a rain you likely have a leaking roof

Stains or spots on Outer Walls

If you notice stains or water spots on your exterior walls beneath your roof line you could have leaks where your walls meet your roof. This is usually a sign that you have leaking flashing. If the flashing appears loose, or rusty you should address this as it could lead to extensive damage to your home’s walls.

You See Dripping Water

While dripping water might seem like an obvious sign your roof has a leak this isn’t always the case. Sometimes a drip can be caused by a plumbing or HVAC issue in your attic. Still, if you see a drip you should inspect it. Regardless of the cause it needs to be addressed.

Gutters are filled with Granules from your Shingles

If you notice your gutters are clogged with lots of granules it’s time to inspect your shingles. Those granules are what protects the shingle from UV rays. When shingles reach the end of their life and the granules wash away, the shingles will become brittle, curl and crack. This makes your roof susceptible to leaking. The remedy may be replacing some of your shingles or it could mean your entire roof needs replacing.

Missing Shingles

Anytime you notice you have missing shingles you should have your roof inspected. Shingles can come loose when the sealant on the bottom becomes old. Critters running on top of your roof can also loosen them. Anytime you expose the moisture barrier below the shingles you’re increasing your chances of damaging leaks.