Roof Problems

Leakage in attic after wind-driven rain. Possible cause: Leaky or inadequate shingle underlayment or deteriorated flashing.	Decay of roof shingles, sheathing, and/or siding. Possible cause: Poor attic ventilation.
Leakage in attic after ice build-up. Possible cause: Inadequate shingle underlayment allows water from ice dams to leak into attic.	Missing, cracked or curled shingles. Possible cause: Shingles have reached the end of their useful life.
Blistering or peeling of interior and exterior paint. Possible cause: Excessive temperature or high humidity due to poor attic ventilation.	Dark, “dirty-looking” areas on your roof. Possible cause: Environmental pollutants; loss of granules due to age of shingles.
Stains on interior ceilings and walls or mold and mildew growth. Possible cause: Inadequate or faulty shingle underlayment allowing leakage or inadequate ventilation.	Dark, “dirty-looking” areas on your roof. Possible cause: vegetation, fungus or algae

In warm weather, inadequate ventilation will trap hot air in the attic, causing air conditioning systems to work harder, or leaving your home’s interior hotter and less comfortable. Attic Ventilation: In both hot and cold weather, insufficient attic ventilation may cause moisture in the attic to become trapped and condense on the rafters. This condensed moisture can drip down onto the insulation and reduce its effectiveness. Excessive energy costs can result.