Attic wet after heavy rain? Here's what to do.
A straight answer for Fairfield homeowners from a local roof inspection and free estimate team.
You climb into the attic after a storm and spot a dark wet patch on the plywood. You can't tell if it's old or new, and you don't know where the water got in. Fairfield sees its share of hard downpours, and a leak like this won't fix itself.
That wet spot on the attic plywood is a sign water is getting past your roof. The stain may be small, but the entry point could be higher up. Rain hits a cracked pipe boot, a gap in the flashing, or a missing shingle, then runs downhill along the decking before it soaks through. You see the stain, not the hole. That is why tracing it matters.
A roof inspection for this problem is straightforward. Most checks take under an hour. If the fix is small, like sealing a pipe boot or replacing a few shingles, you may spend a few hundred dollars. If water has been getting in for a while and the decking is soft, the repair grows. The sooner you act, the less it costs.
Mark the wet area with tape so you can find it again. Then look at the roof above that spot for obvious damage. Do not just smear tar on the stain from inside. That traps moisture and rots the decking faster. Call TruRoof for a free inspection. We will trace the leak, take photos, and give you a written estimate so you know exactly what you are dealing with.
After the fix, you go up to the attic after the next storm and the plywood is dry. No dark spots, no musty smell. The decking stays solid and the insulation stays dry. You stop worrying every time rain hits the window.
What people in Fairfield 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 Fairfield 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 Fairfield and the area around it.