If you have an attic the easiest way to spot the leak is to up there on a rainy day.
I have a small leak in my roof.
These devious tiny holes can result from misplaced roofing nails.
Start low soaking the area just above where the leak appears in the house.
For example soak the downhill side of a chimney first then each side then the top on both sides.
Or they can be left over from a former antenna mounting bracket.
Replace any missing or rotted siding above the step flashing on dormers.
Measure from the moldy area to a reference point like a door then find the spot on the other side of the wall or ceiling.
Most noticeable to the eye are leaks caused by an object for example an errant nail that s managed.
Once you have determined that the leak is caused by a roof related issue measure the location of the leak in the living.
Roof holes can also be more sneaky living for years until an inspection uncovers them.
Recaulk the corner flashing if any areas have hardened caulk.
Isolate areas when you run the hose.
Confirm that the source of the water on the inside of the home is.
If a leak is difficult to find enlist a helper and go up on the roof with a garden hose.
Roof leaks are typically just signs of a much larger problem.
And just one rusted out nail can cause your roof to leak every time it rains.
You know the roof is bad if shingles are missing or obviously damaged or when water stains the ceiling or walls.
Roof nail leaks can happen when roof nails have been loosened slightly from high winds or have simply pulled out over time.
If mold is growing on an exterior wall there could be a leak in the roof.
Dig out any cracked or dry caulking that isn t properly sealing adjoining surfaces and replace with silicone caulk.
Inspect the underside of the roof for objects that have pierced it or have been attached to it.
Just remember that a small leak will not go away it will only get worse.
These nails will eventually rust.
Roof leaks must be repaired from the outside to ensure the problem is corrected.
Identifying the true location of roof leaks in the attic.
Look for ground sloping toward the house and down spouts emptying next to the wall.
The goal is to find the leak before the entire roof goes bad.
A hole can result in a roof from storm damage or damage by animals such as squirrels and raccoons.
If shingles get lifted or torn from high winds the damaged shingle exposes nails holding the shingle below it.
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However when it is not practical to climb up on the roof to fix a leak such as during the winter months you can repair a leaky roof temporarily from the inside if you can determine where the leak is occuring from the underside of your roof.
