Your Attic Wet After Heavy Rain? Check This First.
Florence, KY homeowners can get a roof inspection and free estimate before the stain spreads.
You went into the attic after a storm and found a dark wet spot on the plywood. You can't tell if it is old or new, and you can't see where the water came in. In Florence neighborhoods like Plantation Pointe and Oakbrook, a leak can start higher than the stain and run down to the lowest point.
A dark wet spot on attic plywood means water is getting under your shingles or flashing. It may be a new leak from the last storm, or it may be an old stain that only shows up after heavy rain. Water moves downhill, so the entry point is often higher than the stain. Look near missing shingles, cracked flashing, the rubber boot around a pipe, or the metal edge at a roof valley. Do not trust the stain to be the whole story.
The inspection itself usually takes about 45 to 60 minutes. Small leaks from flashing or a pipe boot may need only a short repair. If rain has soaked the decking for months, the job grows. You cannot know the real scope until someone walks the roof and checks the attic. The free estimate puts the repair size and materials on paper before you decide. A short patch may be cheaper than you think, but a soft deck means more wood must come out.
This week, tape around the wet area with painter's tape so you can see if it grows. Check the roof directly above it from the ground with a pair of binoculars. Look for missing shingles, cracked flashing, or a torn rubber boot. Do not assume the stain is the entry point. Water travels down, so the real break may be higher. Do not climb onto a wet roof. Call TruRoof for a roof inspection and free estimate in Florence before the decking rots.
Once the leak is sealed, the next storm should leave the attic dry. The wet spot will stop spreading, and you will know the problem was fixed at the source. You can put away the catch pans and stop watching the weather. No more guessing every time heavy rain moves through Boone County.
What people in Florence 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 Florence 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 Florence and the area around it.