Anyone had a roof leak?

[tbone]

We just noticed two spots on the ceiling today. I have no idea where to start on getting it fixed. Any ideas?

Thanks.

 

[Bevoldemort]

I would seriously consider calling somebody like a roofer.

 

[tbone]

Well yea. I'm definitely doing that. What I'm also looking for is if anyone has advice on how to make sure the work gets done right.

I've generally considered that the totem pole of society goes something like this (starting from the lowest):

1. Actual criminals that are in jail
2. Tow truck drivers
3. Roofers
4. Drug Dealers / Pimps
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15,275. Mother Theresa

I'm certain I could call plenty of roofers who would come out and bang around in the attic, declare victory, and collect the check. How do I make sure the actual leak goes away?

 

[Texas Horn]

just had a new roof put on my house this week. The Roof Lady in Leander. Did great work.

 

[tbone]

Thanks. Probably should mention I'm in Phoenix. And the roof is only 3-4 years old.

 

[Bevoldemort]

Call the builder or the roofer who installed the roof a few years ago?

 

[EEE]

maybe this will helpthe link

 

[cbs]

Call whoever the put the roof on. Regardless of your covering, I think it's unlikely that it's failing this quickly, though it's possible. More likely flashing issue somewhere on the roof. In addition to calling the roofer, you might hire an inspector/engineer to go out and watch the work to make sure the roofers do it right.

 

[BigWill]

agree with cbs.

Almost certainly a sheet metal problem. Get up there yourself and check out all the penetrations (things that stick up from the roof). See if you can see a crack in the tar, etc. If so, get yourself a tube of Henry 208 at home depot, and apply to the crack.

 

[Baboso]

My money's on the flashing, also. Heed Big Will and cbs' advice.