How to locate the source of a roof leak begin by locating the leak on the inside of the home.
I have a small leak in my roof.
Once you have determined that the leak is caused by a roof related issue measure the location of the leak in the living.
Start low soaking the area just above where the leak appears in the house.
These devious tiny holes can result from misplaced roofing nails.
Or they can be left over from a former antenna mounting bracket.
And just one rusted out nail can cause your roof to leak every time it rains.
If mold is growing on an exterior wall there could be a leak in the roof.
Roof leaks are typically just signs of a much larger problem.
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However when it is not practical to climb up on the roof to fix a leak such as during the winter months you can repair a leaky roof temporarily from the inside if you can determine where the leak is occuring from the underside of your roof.
For example soak the downhill side of a chimney first then each side then the top on both sides.
Just remember that a small leak will not go away it will only get worse.
If you have an attic the easiest way to spot the leak is to up there on a rainy day.
Roof leaks must be repaired from the outside to ensure the problem is corrected.
If shingles get lifted or torn from high winds the damaged shingle exposes nails holding the shingle below it.
Measure from the moldy area to a reference point like a door then find the spot on the other side of the wall or ceiling.
Roof holes can also be more sneaky living for years until an inspection uncovers them.
You know the roof is bad if shingles are missing or obviously damaged or when water stains the ceiling or walls.
A hole can result in a roof from storm damage or damage by animals such as squirrels and raccoons.
Inspect the underside of the roof for objects that have pierced it or have been attached to it.
Isolate areas when you run the hose.
Roof nail leaks can happen when roof nails have been loosened slightly from high winds or have simply pulled out over time.
Dig out any cracked or dry caulking that isn t properly sealing adjoining surfaces and replace with silicone caulk.
If your roof is fewer than 15 years old it can probably be spot repaired instead of requiring a total replacement.
Replace any missing or rotted siding above the step flashing on dormers.
The goal is to find the leak before the entire roof goes bad.
These nails will eventually rust.
If a leak is difficult to find enlist a helper and go up on the roof with a garden hose.
Recaulk the corner flashing if any areas have hardened caulk.
Most noticeable to the eye are leaks caused by an object for example an errant nail that s managed.
Both danger and the probability of structural erosion increase if unaddressed.
