Roof Leaking In Bedroom

Replace any missing or rotted siding above the step flashing on dormers.

Roof leaking in bedroom.

On the outside you should keep an eye out for. Some roof leaks are tough to locate. Missing warped rotting peeling broken blistering or buckling shingles clogged or slow draining gutters downspouts loose material or wear around chimneys or vents. Often water runs to openings in the vapor barrier such as at ceiling light fixtures.

Confirm that the source of the water on the inside of the home is a result of a roof leak and not due to a problem associated with other components of the home. Recaulk the corner flashing if any areas have hardened caulk. Dig out any cracked or dry caulking that isn t properly sealing adjoining surfaces and replace with silicone caulk. If your ceiling has a plastic vapor barrier between the drywall and the attic insulation push the insulation aside and look for flow stains on the plastic.

Tools and supplies you will need drywall saw for removal of ceiling surface flashlight various wrenches channel locks pliers and adjustable wrenches are typical replacement pipes and fittings as required plumber s putty thread seal tape silicone caulk grout and grout sealer wax ring for toilet. Begin by locating the leak on the inside of the home. But once water has penetrated the roof it s easily diverted by such things as insulation.