A pesky roof leak can damage your home and it is always best to take care of the problem as soon as you recognize it. The first step in taking care of the leak is finding the source and I’ll show you what to look for in this chapter.
A roof is built to withstand the elements, but naturally there will be some wear and tear. You want to look for clear signs of deterioration, because that’s how water gets in through your roof. For example, you want to look for a shingle that may have slipped off its mark, or a nail that has popped out of its slot.
Make sure to closely examine all intersections on the roof, as many leaks originate from these more complicated areas. If there are no clear signs of deterioration, don’t fret, because I have plenty of other methods to locate trickier-to-find leaks.