When it rains hard and the wind is blowing pretty good my roof leaks over my garage. It's been doing it for about 2 years and now part of the ceiling in my garage is soiled good and plaster is falling off. I've had the roof worked on twice over a year ago. Should I tear part of the ceiling apart and discover where the water is leaking or what would you suggest.
2007-01-01 08:58:30 · 6 answers · asked by Waterboy 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You need to find out where the leak is originating from and start with fixing that spot first. If the ceiling is already ruined, you could go ahead and tear that apart, but that won't always tell you if that's the only place the water's getting in. You probably need to call in a professional, but that might become a little pricey.
2007-01-01 09:08:23 · answer #1 · answered by severina418 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
with an umbrella? oh you might be serious. yes pull off the drywall, and see what is up there. After two years of water damage you will need to replace the infected drywall. I am sure you will have a significant amount of mildew damage. Check for water stains on the sub roof. The darkest spots on the highest areas are the best place to start with a closer examination. If several layers of shingles exist on your roof, then an epoxy resin would work well on the interior side of the roof to patch the leak temporarily, make sure you use a heat gun to dry out the area first.
2007-01-01 09:09:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend the next time it rains, to get in the attic with a flash light and find where the water is penetrating. It could be something as small as a nail hole. If you find a spot, make a mental note of your location, as to where you would be if you was on the roof.
You might just need to replace a shingle or two or patch it with roof patching compound. While you are up there, check to see if any shingles are loose at the bottom and apply sealer to them so the wind does not blow them back up.
If you are afraid of heights, maybe a friend could do it.
Good Luck.
2007-01-01 11:31:59 · answer #3 · answered by launrider 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Oh,man, I hear you. I have the same problem! I've had a good roofer out several times. he rearranges a few shingles, and that helps for awhile. Then, it's the same old story. My problem is the leak is right over a bed. I know one thing: I will never again live in a house with a pitched roof or a flat roof. I'm planning on moving because I've put up with this for seven years.
2007-01-01 09:49:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
this sounds like uv been ripped off quite as others u have to start from the roof take up tiles look for wood rot under tiles when puttin nails one has to put tar or whatever over nail holes make sure the tiles they put on are overlapped my best friend and i hes deceaced taught me what to loof for also check it could be a run from another area traveling to weakest point good luck
2007-01-01 12:35:14 · answer #5 · answered by sunshine 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's been leaking for 2 yrs you can probably poke your finger through the drywall! There is probably sheathing damage as well. This isn't a project for a weekend warrior - call a pro.
2007-01-01 09:08:35 · answer #6 · answered by Big D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋