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Got a leaking roof in Ipswich? 

Here are the 5 most common reasons for a leaking roof. 

A leaking roof is stressful. Especially when you have no idea why and where leak is coming from.

The go-to response when you notice a leak in your roof is to grab a bucket to catch the dripping water but this is only a temporary fix until a roofer can come to your home in Ipswich and diagnose the problem and fix it!

There could be several reasons why you have a leaking roof, so we’ve gathered the top 5, most common reasons why your roof might be leaking.

Your Roof flashing is damaged

Roof flashing are long-running, thin sheets of metal that are installed under the roof tiles or on the junctions of your roof to form a water barrier.

Roof flashing can be installed in two ways:

  • it can be mounted bare
    or
  • it can be hidden with a top rubberized coating.

Regardless of how it was mounted on your roof, your roof flashing could also be the cause of your leaking roof.

Over time, cracks can occur due to exposure to the wild Queensland weather (especially in summer!).

Another reason for your leaking roof is that the sealant which is used to install the roof flashing may have started to flake and decay.

Hire a Roofer to remove the existing flashing and replace it with a new one.

The decayed sealant may need to be removed first before a fresh sealant is applied.

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  1. Broken Roof Tiles

Extreme Queensland weather conditions like strong winds and thunderstorms can damage your roof tiles.

You might find tiles completely blown off of your roof after a big storm!

Gladly, you can easily spot the areas where the tiles came off since these areas would have a different surface colour.

This is when you need your roof repaired!

A roofing contractor will be able to identify the extent of the damage from the storm on your tiled roof and whether the other tiles are close to coming off and may need some attention before they become an issue.

 

  1. Leaking Vent Seal

When vent seals are not installed and sealed properly they run the very likely risk of leaking.

Ultimately, the flashing surrounding your vent seal on your roof can break, and aside from roof leaks, this can also cause growth of mould and dark spots.

Reach out to your local roofer to identify whether a new installation of flashing is required or if the seal needs a new application.

 

  1. Poorly Sealed Valleys

The connection between roof planes can also be a source of a leaking roof.

Water may leak readily through poorly sealed valleys.

Consider the height and the slippery surface of your roof, it is dangerous to try to fix these areas yourself.

It is recommended to hire a contractor who specialises in roof repairs to fix or re-seal the valleys.

 

  1. Rusted Metal Roof

Metal roofs can last for decades and decades, depending on the durability of the metal, the thickness, and the workmanship of the installation and lets not forget maintenance.

Thinner and cheaper metal roofs may not last as long.

However, there are also other factors to consider that can shorten the lifespan of your metal roof.

The climate and weather conditions can cause your metal roof to rust after a long time.

These could be problematic since rust expands easily that can result in a leaking roof due to small or large sections of the roof rusting out.

When this happens, your best choice could be a total roof replacement that can come costly. Therefore it is vital to address a leaking roof as quickly as you can.

 In conclusion, implementing a few preventive measures to ensure your roof is watertight and not damaged in any location could end up saving you a lot of money in the long run.

It is highly recommended to have a roofing contractor inspect your roof at least once a year or even after a heavy storm.

There could already be signs of damage that can be fixed easily before they become bigger.

Always reach out to your trusted roofer without delay to fix small problems before they become big, costly problems.

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