Common Roofing Problems

Your roof is your home's first line of defense against the weather. If there is a problem with your roof, then your entire home is at risk of potential water damage. There are other risks as well, including the possibility of birds or bugs exploiting the gap in your defenses, and making a home in your roof. Either way, a problem with your roof can lead to a costly fix.

Having a professional roofing contractor conduct a complete evaluation of your roof will help prevent severe roofing issues from affecting your house. This will reveal any minor issues with your roof, allowing you to fix them before they cause serious damage to your house. Here are ten of the most common roofing problems that we know can lead to serious problems if not identified and fixed early.

1. Installation Error

Roofs that have been improperly built are much more likely to develop problems earlier rather than later.


Water will reach through the spaces created by incorrect tile placement, causing leaks and damage to your roof and roof room. Tiles can slip and break if nails are put in the wrong position or there aren't enough to keep them down, especially in bad weather. Water can be misdirected into places where it can cause harm if the guttering is built incorrectly. If flashing that protects valleys and protrusions like vents and chimneys isn't installed properly, water can leak into your house.

2. Water & Moisture Damage

Moisture will seep into your walls and floors through holes and cracks in your roof. This can be an expensive repair, not just for your roof but also for other parts of your building. Moisture damage can be caused by a variety of factors, but the most common cause is a breach in your defenses, such as missing tiles or puncture damage on flat roofs and protective membranes. This renders your roof useless in the face of inclement weather such as rain, snow, or sleet.

3. Tree-related damage

Overhanging trees can cause serious damage to your roof. Not only is it at risk of being blown over by a powerful wind, but its branches may also brush against the roof tiles, causing the top layer to wear away. As a result, the tiles are more susceptible to weather damage and general wear and tear. If you have a tree with limbs that hang over your roof, you can have them clipped back by a skilled tree surgeon.

4. Water in a Pool

Pooling water indicates that your roof isn't working properly. Rainwater can be transported away from your home and through drainage pipes if your roof is in good working order. If your roof does not transport water away and it begins to pool, the load that your roof must carry will increase. If left unattended, pooling water will cause the load on your roof to surpass the total threshold, resulting in a collapse.

5. Flashing that has been installed incorrectly

The sealant on your roof flashing covers the areas of your roof that are vulnerable to weather damage. They are extremely effective at preventing water damage to joints and ensuring water tightness in your roof. Water will effectively spill straight into your home without flashing, causing thousands of pounds in damage. If you don't have flashing added, or if it's done incorrectly, the effectiveness of your roof will be affected.

Please contact FOX Roofing & Construction for more details about how we can assist you or schedule an appointment by contacting us.


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