Why You Need to Fix a Leaky Roof Sooner Rather Than Later

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Why You Need to Fix a Leaky Roof Sooner Rather
Than Later

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Some homeowners may not worry much about a small
leak in their roof that only happens when it
rains or the snow melts off of their roof at the
end of winter.

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However, if left unchecked and unrepaired, a
small roof leak can quickly turn into a major
headache and costly hassle for the homeowner.

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As water gets into the home through a leak in the
roof, it takes quite a bit of water to form an
actual drip or water stain on the ceiling.

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All of the excess water is being absorbed into
the insulation, as well as wooden supports under
the roof, in the attic, and those in the ceiling
or walls of the home.

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Overtime, from periods of wetness and dryness
this can cause the wood to rot and deteriorate.

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As the wood weakens it is no longer able to
support the weight of the roof or ceiling and
could cause it to collapse into the home, which
is a serious safety hazard. Furthermore, the dry,
rotting wood will attract pests like carpenter
ants and termites.

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Next, your insulation will lose its effectiveness
in providing proper protection to keep hot and
cold air out of the home.

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As a result, you will notice a significant
increase in your energy bills, as your homes
heating and cooling systems have to work harder
to maintain the desired indoor air temperatures.

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In addition, the dampness of insulation and wood
creates a perfect environment for mildew and
mold. Both mold and mildew make spores, which are
small airborne particles that can be easily
spread throughout the home,

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should they advance to the point where they are
growing on interior walls, as they can be
circulated through air vents anytime your furnace
or air conditioner runs.

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Aside from these types of problems, the amount of
water damage from a leaky roof can spread and
become even bigger the longer the leak is allowed
to remain unrepaired.

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Furthermore, small leaks can also increase in
size allowing even more water access to the
interior of the home.

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Hopefully, you can see ignoring a leaky roof and
expecting it to somehow magically repair itself
is never a good idea.

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It is much better to contact a professional
roofing contractor the moment you spot signs of a
leaky roof, such as

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- Water dripping from the ceiling, upper corners
of the walls, or register vents.- Discoloured
spots on the ceiling or upper walls.

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- Black mold or mildew growing on the ceiling and
upper walls. - A strong smell of mold and
mildew near the attic access door.

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- The roof exterior appears to be sagging in one
or more locations.

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Finding the cause of roof leaks is rather
difficult for most people because they do not
understand the intricacies of roofing systems,
like an experienced roofing contractor.

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If you have a leaky roof or other roofing
concerns, please feel free to contact Logik
Roofing by calling 905.424.7469 today!

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