Old Roof Leaking

Recaulk the corner flashing if any areas have hardened caulk.

Old roof leaking.

Replace any missing or rotted siding above the step flashing on dormers. Corroded cracked broken and missing shingles cause leaks and may need to be repaired. If your roof is old enough you may need to replace it entirely. Photo by duane stork.

If you discover a leak after you have a roof installed scribbins says to call your roofer and express confidence that he s going to make things right. Penetrations can include plumbing and roof vents chimneys dormers or anything else that projects through the roof. Roof leaks are typically just signs of a much larger problem. Just remember that a small leak will not go away it will only get worse.

If your roof is fewer than 15 years old it can probably be spot repaired instead of requiring a total replacement. Dormer leaks can be caused from a number of issues. In fact it s rare for leaks to develop in open areas of uninterrupted shingles even on older roofs. They can be several feet above the leak or to the right or left of it.

Dig out any cracked or dry caulking that isn t properly sealing adjoining surfaces and replace with silicone caulk. Tommy scribbins owner of accent roofing service talks to a homeowner about an upcoming roof replacement. Rotten or missing trim or siding can allow water to leak behind flashing and into your roof. Both danger and the probability of structural erosion increase if unaddressed.

Worn out flashing or missing sealant can also cause roof leaks around dormers.