Roof flashing has an important role to play when it comes to
protecting your home against water damage. As a result, damaged flashing can
lead to some serious problems. To prevent them, let’s take a look at some of
the main signs that your roof flashing might need to be repaired:
- The presence of moss can be a clear indication that your roof flashing, as well as some of your shingles and even the roof decking might be damaged or compromised. Moss roots pull in moisture and can lead to severe water damage over time.
- Damaged or missing areas of your roof flashing will almost always require repairs. Flashing has the role of driving water away from valleys, the areas around your chimneys and any other areas where water could easily penetrate through your roof and get to your attic and interior walls. If parts of the flashing is damaged or missing, then you can be sure the next time it rains you’ll be facing some serious water damage, unless you call a roofer with a Crystal Lake roofing company to fix the problem.
- Finally, if you find water in the attic, then in most cases it means your flashing was compromised. The presence of water means that it likely made its way into your home through the roof, and the most vulnerable area of your roof is the area where your flashing is present.
