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RAIN AND WATER DAMAGE

Rain and water damage is often overlooked and will usually not show up until the sheet rock is wet or water is dripping from the walls or ceiling. Most common leaks develop from wind, hail, ice back up, faulty workmanship, or inadequate flashing's installed. A slow leak over time can cause toxic mold spores in addition to the rotted decking and wet insulation, sheet rock interior finishes etc. It is important to check all flashings around plumbing stacks and vents, Most rubber flashings will start to dry and crack after 6-7 years and develop a slow leak if not treated properly.

INADEQUATE VENTILATION DAMAGE

Lack of ventilation is more common than you would think, and this is a silent killer when it comes to roofing.  When a roof is under ventilated, it heats up and condensates from the inside out, similar to a cold glass of water on a hot day.  In a severe situation, the trapped moisture will grow mold and increase energy bills, and in milder cases the moisture will rot your roof sheeting from the inside out in a 7-12 year time table.  In addition to your increased energy bill, your roofing shingle life is greatly reduced, as as the shingles actually cook from the inside out.  This is noticeable when the shingles start to curl upward.

WIND DAMAGED ROOF

A wind damaged roof usually if severe enough will also constitute replacement by your homeowner’s insurance policy.  Wind damaged roofs can develop into severe problems if not addressed quickly.  The most common mistake is when the shingles blow off, leaving a black layer known as tar or felt paper exposed.  This felt paper is full of holes and is not designed as a safety layer if the shingles come off.  Felt paper’s purpose is to prevent moisture (in the form of condensation) from seeping into the plywood decking, and over time causing the deck to dry rot. 

HAIL DAMAGED ROOF

A hail damaged roof is usually replaceable by your homeowner’s insurance policy.  The most common mistake made is when the homeowner wasn’t present when the storm occurred and doesn’t see any damage from the ground.  Hail damage starts off sometimes small and can grow overtime.  When a hail stone impacts the shingle it breaks the fiberglass matting and may or may not knock off the granular surface.  This is where most go wrong, because overtime this causes the shingles develop holes where it starts to leak and deteriorates.  Within a few years the entire roof develops black spots and diminishes the life of the roof.  The worst part of it is if it goes unnoticed, a year after the storm occurred your claim will be rejected by your insurance company.