Roof Repairs

Roof Repairs planned around your property

A leaking or damaged roof needs the right repair, not guesswork. Skycrest Roofing Ltd discusses the signs you have noticed and assesses the roof covering, junctions and weatherproofing to establish suitable repair options.

A stain on a ceiling does not necessarily identify the entry point: water can travel along felt, rafters or a roof junction before it becomes visible indoors. Useful inspection clues include slipped or cracked tiles, damaged flashings, blocked valleys, failed joints and recurring leaks associated with wind direction. Condensation and plumbing leaks can also resemble a roof leak and should not be overlooked.

The repair method should address the failed detail. Depending on the finding, this may mean replacing compatible tiles or slates, renewing a damaged flashing detail, clearing a blocked drainage route or repairing a local area of underlay and batten. Simply covering a visible joint with sealant may conceal the defect without correcting the reason water is entering.

Send photographs taken safely from the ground, the location of the internal damage and when the leak occurs. An assessment should consider adjacent materials as well as the obvious defect. Ask what will be opened up, what remains outside the quoted repair and how unexpected deterioration would be discussed before extra work is agreed.

For help deciding what to ask, read Roof Leaking in Heavy Rain: What Should You Do? and Should I Repair or Replace My Roof? A Homeowner Guide.