I have a 5 year old house and soon after the builders warranty expired the ceiling under my baywindow started leaking. That was 4 years ago, I have called about 20 different handymen and roofing/Siding companies, and nobody could find the actual leak, or where it was leaking from. I have used about 4 different handymen/companies and about $800.00 to fix that same leak but no luck. The leak only happens when we have very heavy rain, or high wind with rain. I live in Buford, Georgia area. Can someone help with suggestions.
2007-08-17 09:01:03 · 5 answers · asked by Hasan M 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
It would be helpful if you had a pic of the bay window.
Leak investigations can be messy and intrusive. I would bite the bullet and start taking down sheetrock where the water first appears. Then I would follow the water up the wall taking out sheetrock as you go until you have found the leak.
It could be the bay window itself. I could also be a roof leak and the bay window just happens to be in the neighborhood.
Bottom line is that I don't think you are going to find the leak without tearing the house apart in that area.
2007-08-17 09:15:25 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask everyone you know of a contractor who is willing to come for free to assess the situation. A good one knows a lot! Especially , if they are familiar with the type of construction your home was built with.
Secondly, ask around for a home inspector. The ones who inspect your home before you buy it.
Both contractors and inspectors work independently and will be more likely to negotiate a price. Especially, if you are a friend of a friend.
Be sure to provide the problems in the past and ask for a free assessment.
2007-08-17 16:10:43 · answer #2 · answered by Threeicys 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To add to Ipsydoodle's answer, consider that the drywall where the water came in contact may have saturated it and it probably should be replaced anyway. Drywall is relatively cheap and easy to repair/replace. And, it beats the possible mold problems you're likely to have if you don't replace it.
2007-08-17 16:18:58 · answer #3 · answered by Paul in San Diego 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
E-mail Mike Holmes at HGTV. he may be able to help you. he just hates it when builders don't get it right the first time!
2007-08-17 16:16:45 · answer #4 · answered by Donna 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-08-17 16:08:33 · answer #5 · answered by Mestre 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋