Causes of Winter Roof Leaks

Your roof is your home’s first line of defense against the harsh weather conditions like strong winds, freezing temperatures and snowfall. Granted, modern roofing materials are manufactured to withstand these conditions, but they can only do so for so long. They could even encounter issues like roofing leaks, which are a serious problem that need to be addressed immediately. Here are the common causes of winter roof leaks. 

Too Much Attic Condensation

During the cold winter months, warm air emanating from your HVAC equipment will rise from your living room into your attic. When warm air starts to cool down in your attic, condensation will form. Remember that having excessive moisture will result in problems, such as mold and mildew growth, rot, poor air quality and roofing leaks.

Ice Dams

When snow melts, it will slowly drip down to your roofing slope and refreeze at the eaves, leading to ice dam formation. Once the formation builds up, your roofer will tell you that the water will slowly infiltrate your shingles, causing roof leaks. Address this issue immediately since it can cause serious roofing and structural damage. Don’t hesitate to call on your local roof repair company for assistance.

Clogged Gutters

Leaves, branches and ice formation can clog your gutter system. Remember that your gutters are meant to direct water from your roof to prevent accumulation and redirect it safely away from your foundation. A faulty gutter system can’t do so since it won’t drain water, ice and snow from the roof. This will cause water to back up onto your roof and leak into your ceiling.

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