Roof Leaks
Water infiltration through the roof assembly is one of the most common and costly home repair issues. Leaks can originate at flashings, penetrations, valleys, or failed shingle sections, and the entry point is often far from where the water appears inside.
Symptoms to Look For
- Water stains on attic decking or interior ceilings
- Damp insulation in the attic
- Mold or mildew smell in upper floors or attic
- Dripping water during or after rain events
Common Causes
- Failed or improperly installed flashing at chimneys, skylights, and walls
- Open valleys where shingles have curled away from the centerline
- Missing or damaged pipe boot seals around plumbing penetrations
- Age-related granule loss exposing the asphalt base mat
- Ice dam water backup under shingles
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Repair or Replace?
Many leaks are point-source problems fixable with targeted flashing repair or shingle replacement. However, leaks that have persisted long enough to saturate decking may require decking replacement and potentially a full tear-off to inspect the full substrate.
Roof Leaks in Northeastern Pennsylvania
In the NEPA region, late-winter rain-on-snow events and spring thaw are peak leak periods. Chimneys are a particular weak point on older Scranton and Honesdale homes where brick mortar has deteriorated and original step flashing has rusted through.
Areas Where We Fix Roof Leaks
Dealing with Roof Leaks?
Don't wait. Call ShingleMe for a free inspection, we'll diagnose the problem and give you a straight answer.