If you’ve recently noticed water stains on your ceiling tiles, it’s very likely you have a roof leak. While the roof repairs will often be simple enough, you first have to find the root of the leak, which can be a bit harder to do. To help speed up the process, be sure to check all of the common places where leaks are known to originate listed below.

Where Do Roof Leaks Commonly Occur?

1. Missing Shingles

Timely roof repairs are incredibly important after one or more shingles are blown off your structure. Without these fixtures in place, there is nothing to stop rainwater from entering the interior of your home. Fortunately, if you catch this problem in time, it is a quick fix. 

2. Cracked Flashing

Flashing are the thin metal strips that are sometimes concealed with a rubber coating found underneath shingles and around the joints of your roof. They act as a water-resistant barrier, but when they become worn and cracked, water can seep underneath the shingles and down into the foundation of your home.

3. Clogged Gutters

Your gutters are excellent tools for collecting rainwater and transferring it to downspouts and away from the home. However, if it’s been a while since you had these fixtures cleaned, water will pile up against the roof line. As it remains in this area, it will create rot on the covering and weaken its structural integrity and allow water to back up under any flashing or shingles. Thankfully, these roof repairs are avoidable if you keep your gutters clean.

Any time you suspect your home has developed a roof leak, don’t hesitate to contact the roofers at Prizio Roofing & Siding in New Canaan, CT. For over 50 years, these roofers have provided residential and commercial roofing and weatherproofing solutions to the Fairfield County, CT, and Westchester, NY, areas. They specialize in roof repairs, maintenance, replacement, and restoration and offer a 20-year warranty on new asphalt roof installations. To schedule a free estimate with them today, call (203) 322-9009. You can also stop by their website to view some of their gallery of past work.