Leaking Roof? What’s Your Next Step?

Discovering a roof leak can be alarming, but taking immediate action can minimize damage to your home. Here’s what you should do:

1. Protect Your Belongings: Move furniture and personal items away from the leak. For larger items that can’t be moved, cover them with plastic sheets to prevent water damage.
2. Contain the Water: Place a leak-proof container under the leak to catch dripping water.
3. Dry Affected Areas: Use mops or blotting techniques to remove excess water from wet furniture and carpeting. Wet carpeting may need to be pulled up to allow the backing and padding to dry and reduce the risk of mold, but this should be done with professional assistance.
4. Promote Air Circulation: Ensure fresh air is circulating around the wet areas to help promote drying.

Remember, roof leaks often indicate a more significant underlying issue. Ignoring them can lead to increased danger and structural erosion. While it might seem like a simple problem with the shingles, the cause could be missing flashing around a chimney or another entry point allowing water into your attic.

If you discover that the leak is coming from the roof, it’s crucial to address the issue promptly. Ideal Precision Roofing offers emergency services to provide temporary damage control until a more permanent solution is available. A leaking roof can lead to major structural problems and water damage throughout your home if not properly addressed.

To prevent future leaks and the associated problems, include roof inspections as part of your regular home maintenance routine. Regular inspections can identify potential issues before they become significant problems.

Don’t wait until a small leak becomes a major problem. Call Ideal Precision Roofing today at (210) 794-6578 to schedule a free roof inspection. Serving San Antonio, Austin, and Houston, our team is ready to ensure your home remains safe and dry.