Leakage in your roof could lead to leakage in your wallet

5/18/2018 (Permalink)

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Now that the rainy weather has mostly gone away, it’s a good time to check for leakages in your roof and make sure that there won’t be any water damage in your attic. There a many steps that you could make in order to prevent water damage from happening to your attic:

Look for any leaks

Check for any signs of water damage, like discoloration or mold growth. The angle in which two roofs meet could be prone to leaks and cracks, and there could also be leaks in the attic plumbing stacks

Ventilation

If your roof is completely closed off from any chance of ventilation, the moisture in the attic could potentially create a bigger problem than you would ever want. Especially during winter, with the heater making the warm air rises to the attic, the condensation of the heat will stick on the cold surfaces of the attic, and if there isn’t any ventilation then damage could slowly arise.

Insulation

To prevent the condensation from sticking to the walls of the roof, then insulation could be one of the most important step in controlling the temperature level in your attic. Make sure the insulation is in good condition, thick, soft, and dry to have the best results.

Outside vent for appliances

Make sure that your appliances aren’t redirecting straight into the attic but rather be redirected outside so moisture won’t be accumulating in your attic.

If you find water damage in your home, then give us a call as soon as possible so we could limit the damage that it’s doing to your home. Just call (503) 619 6198