Roof Leak Repair in Lansing, MI
Water rarely shows up directly below the hole. It runs along rafters and decking before it drips, so finding a leak takes patience.
Request a rooferWhere leaks start
Flashing at chimneys, skylights and walls, cracked vent boots, open valleys, nail pops and missing shingles. Ice dams cause a separate kind of winter leak along the eaves.
What to do right away
Catch drips in a bucket, move belongings, and if a ceiling bulges with water, poke a small hole to drain it into a container. That prevents a larger collapse.
Check the attic
With a flashlight, look for wet insulation, dark stains on the decking and drips along nails. Note where they are; it saves the roofer time.
Rain leak or melt leak?
If it only drips during heavy rain, the cause is usually flashing or a hole. If it drips on sunny winter days, it's often snowmelt backing up behind ice.
Condensation look-alikes
Frost that forms on cold nails and the underside of the deck can melt and drip, mimicking a leak. That's a ventilation problem, not a roof hole.
Fixing it properly
The roofer traces the path, repairs the source and checks the decking. Sealant alone is rarely a lasting fix.
Get help
Tell the roofer when the leak appears and where. Send a request and a roofer will get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
- Why does my roof only leak in winter?
- Ice dams at the eaves can force meltwater under shingles. Attic frost melting on a sunny day can also drip.
- Will insurance cover a roof leak?
- It depends on the cause and your policy. Sudden storm damage is treated differently from wear and tear. Check with your insurer.
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