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Roof Leak Repair
Roof Leak Repair in Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland Area
We specialize in roofing services
to prevent and repair roof leaks
Roof leak repair begins with a thorough roof leak detection effort. It's important to note that water leaks have a way of being incredibly deceptive. The spot where you see water and stains may be some distance from the actual roof damage.
A professional roofer knows the tricks that water can play, so don’t risk climbing onto your roof and searching for the source yourself. Stash Property Restoration provides fast, reliable leak detection and roof leak repair services for Indiana residents.
When locating a leak, remember that water can’t run uphill, so leaks on a pitched roof cannot be below where you see evidence of a leak. Water can enter through exposed nail holes or an area with missing shingles, traveling over old layers of roof and roofing felt until it reaches a gap or tear that allows it to penetrate to the roof deck. From there, it may run over the plywood until it crosses a joint – whereupon it may resume its journey along a rafter or the underside of the decking.
Common causes of Roof Leaks
- Ice damming
- Missing, cracking or damaged shingles
- clogged gutters
- Damaged flashing/joints
- Soffit damage
- Fascia damage
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Contact us for an inspection and written estimate for roof repair and roof replacement in Portage, Lake Station, Chesterton and throughout the Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana area of Indiana.
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Get your home fixed fast with our professional disaster restoration, remodeling, and roofing services.Timely leak repair can help prevent wood rot
Finding the origin of a leak when the underside of your roof is hidden, such as with cathedral or vaulted ceilings, is a real challenge. Water can travel many feet from where it enters before showing itself. With drywall or paneling on the ceiling, it may travel even further. A small leak may not even be noticeable except during prolonged rain fall, but that doesn't mean it’s harmless. Moisture inside the roof assembly can degrade insulation and promote the growth of mold and wood-rotting fungus.
With substantial leaks, you will see discoloration on your ceiling. On a horizontal ceiling, water may pool and saturate the drywall. If you see this happen, puncture the saturated area with a pencil and allow the water to drain into a large bucket until you can repair the roof. If the leak cannot be found by inspecting the roofing, a sizable section of drywall will have to be removed to pinpoint its location. Once the leak has been located, technicians will measure from reference points, such as a chimney and the ridge, so they can transfer the leak location to the roof.
We're your roof repair & roof replacement expert
Over time, even the best roofing system can develop problems. The good news is that we can replace shingles and repair a leaky roof caused by wind damage, hail damage or general wear and tear. If your roof needs to be replaced, we provide quality roof installations and roofing services.
Repairing a leak may be as simple as troweling roofing cement over old, cracked flashing, or as involved as replacing a large area of wind torn shingles. Stash Property Restoration's roofing experts can handle any type of roof repair, including those that involve replacing fractured or rotted rafters and rotted decking. We take care to match existing shingle color and texture as closely as possible.
Damaged shingles. Fixing roof leaks includes sealing all entry points like shingles that are torn, cracked, or damaged.
Keep your home protected and looking great with your local contractor today
At Stash Property Restoration, we care about keeping your home looking and functioning the way it's supposed to. Whether you need anything from a small roof repair to a complete disaster restoration, we will be there for you with quality products, skilled craftsmanship, and fantastic customer service.
To learn more about our services and get a free estimate, call or email us today! We proudly serve in Portage, Chesterton, Valparaiso, Crown Point, Dyer, East Chicago, Michigan City, Hammond, Highland, Munster, Schererville and throughout the surrounding areas.