Attic wet after rain? Here's how to find the roof leak.
A roof inspection and free estimate in Batavia, OH can trace the leak before it rots the decking.
You go up to the attic after a storm and see a dark wet spot on the plywood. You do not know if it is old or new, and you cannot tell where the water is getting in. In Batavia, heavy rain can push water through small gaps around flashing or pipes.
A dark wet patch on attic plywood after a storm usually means water is getting through the roof surface. In Batavia, hard storms can push water through small gaps. Shingles can lift in high wind. Flashing around pipes and valleys can pull loose. Water often runs downhill along the roof deck before it soaks through. That is why the stain may sit several feet from the actual hole. Old stains feel dry and look dark in rings. A fresh leak feels damp and may have a lighter center.
Most attic leak searches take less than an hour, both in the attic and on the roof. If the cause is a bad pipe boot or a few missing shingles, the repair may be small. If water has been getting in for months, the decking may be soft and need replacing. The total cost depends on what the inspection finds. You get photos and a written estimate before any repair work starts.
Tape the wet spot so you can see if it grows. Look at the roof directly above it for missing shingles, cracked flashing, or a bad pipe boot. Remember, water travels downhill. The entry point may be higher than the stain. Then call TruRoof for a roof inspection and free estimate in Batavia. A pro can trace the leak before it rots the decking.
Once the leak is found and sealed, the attic stays dry through the next heavy rain. The dark patch dries out and can be watched. You stop worrying every time the weather turns. You have photos and a written estimate, so you know what was fixed and what to watch next. Your roof deck stays sound, and you have a clear record for future seasons.
What people in Batavia say
"I'm reviewing my two new roofs, on my house and my garage, installed by TruRoof. The company, and Damon Chuke, their representative, helped me work with the insurance company, and with understanding all the details of the whole process. They took out an obsolete chimney, were on time and professional, and the finished roofs and flashing are beautiful. Many compliments from neighbors. Highly recommended by me."
"We have a beautiful condo in a historic building from the 1840s. Late November had a bad leak in the dining room area. I called Britt at TruRoof who came out and inspected the entire roof of the building. He said to do the entire roof could be around $50,000. But then he started laughing and said you need to caulk the area around one of the chimneys. I thought he was nuts, but I did the caulking, which cost me about 25 bucks worth of outdoor caulk, and there are no more leaks. I cannot express my appreciation for his diligence and his honesty. That kind of a company and a person is rare these days. Highly, highly, highly recommend these guys."
"TruRoof did an outstanding job from start to finish. Communication leading up to the start date was great. Once on site and the project started, everything went as discussed, and the crew was very professional."
Other things people in Batavia ask
how much should a roof inspection cost
Our inspections are free and come with photos and a written report you keep, whether or not you hire us.
what does a roof inspection include
Shingles, flashing, penetrations, gutters, attic ventilation and decking, documented with photos.
why do i keep getting calls about roof inspections
Storm chasers follow hail maps. Use a local, licensed company that will still be here in five years.
how to choose a roofing contractor
Ask for a local address and a written estimate. Check that they have insurance and a license. Read reviews and ask for references. A good contractor will walk you through the job, not just hand you a number. Get at least three quotes before you decide.
shingles curling and losing granules
Curling and granule loss mean the shingles are past the middle of their life. A few bad shingles can be replaced. If it is widespread, start budgeting for a tear-off. Get an inspection with photos so you can see the truth.
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TruRoof handles roof inspection and free estimate in Batavia and the area around it.