Leak On Slate Roof

Where there were previous repairs it s common for the felt underlayment to be torn as well.

Leak on slate roof.

Ice dams at roof eaves can be a serious leak source on slate as most other roof systems. Ridge cap flashing gaskets around pipes. So let s look at the ten of the most common culprits in causing your roof to leak and what you can and should do about them other than recruiting a bucket brigade. If you don t have an attic or just can t find the source of the leak you can check several places for problems with moisture or damage.

By knowing approximately where the leak is inside the house you should be able to pinpoint it on the roof. A slate missing is an obvious leak a slate cracked horizontally may still be visible from the ground but harder to spot. The solution is not to glob on tar or other sealers but to replace your flashing. Fasteners are also important in extending the life of a slate roof.

Evaluation of these components does not differ from any other roofing system. If there are porous slates or openings above the tears in the felt water may leak through. Ridges hips and valleys should have. Roof penetrations should be flashed in a manner that will prevent leaks.

But slate roofs commonly outlast the flashings. The reason why the roof valley is such a sensitive area has to do with all the rainwater and or melting snow that accumulates and flows through the valley on its way into the gutters. The first job is to climb onto the roof and find the slate that s been causing the problem. Installations that rely on interlaid underlayment to prevent.

Boots the rubber seals that are around the electric service and plumbing vent pipes air vents and exhaust fan. Although these steps are not preferred they are often better than abandoning what may be a valuable roof of predominantly durable slates. And if your flashing leaks your roof will also leak. Roof leaks can ruin insulation become a breeding ground for black mold damage interior ceilings and walls and rot the wooden framing.

A roof valley is very prone to leaks especially if you have an older roof. The lower down the roof any of these problems are the more likely the leak will show as the roof has collected more rain. Step 1 remove the old slate.