Giant Roofing Co
  203-633-4062

Roof Leak Repair in New Haven

We specialize repairing roof leaks

Finding where a roof is leaking can be easy or very difficult to determine. If there are missing shingles or clear damage to a roof the process is often easy. If the attic is open and the beams and raters can be inspected this also makes leak detection easy. However, if there is no visible damage, once water enters a house it can run along wood support beams for quite a distance before the water appears on the ceiling or wall. Water can even make a 90 degree turn when following wooden beams. So seeing where the water is entering the house and knowing where the leak originated can be difficult to determine. As an experienced roofer we have seen almost every conceivable leak and often can find the leak quickly from experience.

These are some of the points to remember when trying to find a roofing leak:

  • On pitched roofs the damage cannot be below where the leak appears.
  • Water can enter through nail holes.
  • Water enters through missing shingles
  • Gaps in flashing cause leaks.
  • Torn roofing felt cause leaks.
  • Small leaks may not appear until a severe rain storm

Causes of Roof Leaks

Finding the cause of the roofing leak is also very helpful. Here are the primary causes of roofing leaks in New Haven buildings.

  • Missing, cracking or damaged shingles
  • Ice damming
  • Clogged gutters
  • Damaged flashing/joints
  • Soffit & fascia damage

SCHEDULE A FREE ESTIMATE

Giant roofing will inspect your roof and provide a free estimate for the cost of repairing the roof. (Most insurance companies will not accept a free estimate for insurance claims.)

Repairing Your Roof Now Will Save You Money

Having water enter your house is bad! Wood can rot and mold enter the building envelope. Insulation also can get compacted and become ineffective and wood root invites insects and water invites rodents into your home.

If the leak is prolong or severe there will be discoloration on the ceiling or walls and wood flooring and rugs can become damaged. If you are putting buckets out to catch water from a leaking roof please call us today. Sometimes a temporary fix to a leak to stop the water from coming into your home is preferable to allowing the water to continue to damage your home.

Leaking roofs can often be repaired with roofing cement which is not expensive. We handle all types of roofing repair including shingle replacement, even replacing rotted rafters and roofing decking.

We are Greater Boston & MetroWest's roof repair and roof replacement experts

Give us a call at 203-633-4062 fixing a leaking roof or having your roof replaced by an experienced roofing expert.