Attic rafters wet after storm
Find out why attic rafters get wet after a storm by separating roof leaks from attic condensation, then checking flashing, penetrations, and storm damage before patching.
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Roof Troubleshooting & Repair Guides
Use roof symptoms like leaks, drip marks, flashing problems, vent issues, snow melt, or storm damage to find the right guide.
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Featured roof guides
Attic water after rain
Find out why water shows up in the attic after rain by separating roof leaks from condensation, then checking flashing, penetrations, and runoff paths before patching anything.
Bathroom vent leaking through roof
Find out whether water at a bathroom roof vent is coming from failed flashing, a bad vent cap, or attic condensation, and know when to stop and call a roofer.
Chimney flashing leaking
Find out whether a chimney leak is really failed flashing, cracked sealant, masonry water entry, or a nearby roof problem. Start with the safest checks before patching anything.
Ice dripping from roof overhang
Figure out whether ice dripping from a roof overhang is normal melt, an ice dam warning, or a roof-edge leak. Start with safe ground checks before calling for roof work.
Missing roof shingles
Find out why roof shingles went missing, what to check first from the ground, when a simple repair is possible, and when missing shingles point to a bigger roof problem.
More roof problems
Roof boot leaking around pipe
Find out whether a roof leak around a vent pipe is a cracked roof boot, failed seal, loose flashing, or a leak traveling from higher up the roof. Start with safe checks before patching.
Roof chimney cricket leak
Find out whether water near a chimney is coming from the roof cricket, chimney flashing, or another roof leak before you patch the wrong spot.
Roof deck soft
A soft roof deck usually means moisture damage, rot, or delaminated sheathing. Start by separating a small localized weak spot from widespread roof failure before patching anything.
Roof drip after snow melt
Find out why your roof drips after snow melt by separating ice dam leaks, attic condensation, and flashing trouble before you patch the wrong spot.
Roof drip edge loose
Find out why roof drip edge comes loose, what you can safely tighten, and when loose metal points to rotten roof edge wood or a bigger roof repair.
Roof drip near attic hatch
Find out whether a drip near the attic hatch is a true roof leak or attic condensation, then narrow it to flashing, vent, or roof deck trouble before patching anything.
Roof drip near fireplace
Find out why water is dripping near your fireplace by separating chimney flashing leaks from attic condensation and masonry soak-through before you patch the wrong spot.
Roof drip near plumbing stack
Find out whether a roof drip near a plumbing stack is coming from flashing, cracked vent pipe, fasteners, or attic condensation, and know when to stop and call a roofer.
Roof drip only in wind driven rain
A roof leak that shows up only in wind-driven rain usually points to flashing, roof penetrations, or water being pushed uphill under shingles. Start with attic clues before patching anything.
Roof drips into attic only
Find out why water is dripping into the attic before it shows inside the house. Separate roof leaks from attic condensation, then check flashing, penetrations, and roof deck clues safely.
Roof edge ice builds up
Find out why ice dams form at the roof edge, what to check first, when a simple cleanup helps, and when attic heat loss or ventilation problems need a roofer or insulation contractor.
Roof flashing lifts after freeze thaw
Find out why roof flashing lifts after freeze-thaw cycles, what to check first, when a simple reseal may help, and when loose flashing points to a roof repair that should not wait.
Roof hail damaged shingles
Check for real hail damage on asphalt shingles, separate it from old wear, and know when a small repair is possible versus when a roofer should document and repair it.
Roof ice dam leak
Find out whether a roof leak is really from an ice dam, limit interior damage, and decide when careful DIY stops and a roofer should take over.
Roof leak after freeze thaw
Find the most likely cause of a roof leak after freeze-thaw weather, separate ice dam and flashing leaks from attic condensation, and know when to stop and call a roofer.
Roof leak after hail
Find the source of a roof leak after hail by separating shingle damage, flashing leaks, and attic moisture lookalikes before you patch or call for repair.
Roof leak after wind
Find the most likely cause of a roof leak after wind, separate missing-shingle and flashing leaks early, and know when to make a temporary fix or call a roofer fast.
Roof leak around valley
Track a roof leak around a valley by separating true valley failure from nearby flashing, debris backup, and attic condensation before you patch anything.
