Roof Leaks 101

Roof Repairs Perth
Repair or Replace your Roof?
March 11, 2020
Roof Leak Tips
Tips to Avoid Roof Leaks
March 20, 2020
Roof Repairs Perth
Repair or Replace your Roof?
March 11, 2020
Roof Leak Tips
Tips to Avoid Roof Leaks
March 20, 2020

Water flowing in through your roof and dripping down through the ceilings onto your floors is never a good thing.  All that water can cause extensive damage throughout your house, even if it just seems to be in one small location.  Some of those items that require roof leak repairs Perth WA are easy to find and fix, but others can pose a challenge that will require a little extra investigation. 

While you can look for where your roof requires leaking roof repairs Perth on your own, it is better to hire a professional roofing contractor like myself.  I have been up on too many roofs to count since I opened my own company and it usually doesn’t take me too long to discover what the issue is. 

Common Places to Find Leaks on a Roof in Perth

The Roof Field

In my experience, roof field leaks occur when your roof is older and cracks and other damage is quite noticeable.  A few things that will clue you into the fact that your roof is older is missing granules on shingles and cracks on tiles.  It can take a little while for you to find the source of the leak sometimes and where leaking roof repairs Perth are needed. 

Chimneys

Chimneys can be a major source of roof leaks in Perth WA, so if you have one and the water damage is near there, that is most likely the cause.  There are four different types of flashing by your chimney and anytime they are damaged or eroded, they will start to leak.  Hairline cracks in the mortar can cause water to run behind the flashing too, so the leaks may not be as easy to find as you think. 

Plumbing Vent Flashings

All those plumbing vents can leak easily due to the rubber seal cracking and falling apart.  If you notice those rubber seals start to get worn down, you may want to replace them before roof leak repairs Perth WA are needed.  

Wind Rain Leaks

When you live in a really windy area, you must be prepared to discover roof leaks from that wind.  I have seen brand new roofs fall victim to roof leaks from the rain being blown up underneath all the roofing materials.  I always take precautions for these types of leaks when I put roofs on, because I don’t want my customers to suffer any issues like this after they have gone through the entire roof replacement process.  However, things happen and that’s why I offer a warranty on my work.  

Non-Roof Related Leaks

There are times when you are almost positive that you have a leaking roof Perth, but the actual cause is from condensation in your attic space.  To be sure about the cause, I always do a full search of attics to look for cracks in the chimney, plaster bubbles, and anything else that could cause the attic to be wet without a leak from the outside being present. 

How to Find Roof Leaks in Perth WA

When you are trying to determine roof leak repairs Perth WA, there are many things you can do to find the cause of the problem.  It is best to see if anything has fallen onto your roof and caused damage in the form of a hole.  This is the easiest type of leak to find. 

However, if you cannot see any noticeable damage like that, you will need to look at things a little more closely.  Sometimes, the leaks can be caused by cracked chimneys, blocked roof vents, and ruined plumbing vents. 

You may not find the source of the leak from the outside of your roof, so you may need to get up into the attic with a flashlight to look around.  If you notice any type of mildew, mold, or stains from water, you will want to investigate those areas first.  But, do not discount all the other areas of your attic, because you could have slight damage that is best to catch sooner than later. 

If you are unable to find where roof leak repairs Perth WA are needed on your own, or you simply want to make sure you haven’t missed anything, I am more than happy to climb up and take a look around.  With my experience, I will probably spot them sooner than you can and even find issues that are just starting out. 

How Soon Should You Tackle Leaking Roof Repairs Perth?

Many times, I get a call from a homeowner and they are panicking because they had a small leak that has now gotten much worse.  They quickly realize that while they could have waited a few days, they have now waited too long, and the leak is causing more damage than they thought possible. 

While I don’t want to panic you when it comes to potential roof leak repairs Perth WA, I do want to urge you to call a roofing contractor like myself sooner than later when you discover a leak.  Anytime you see a stained ceiling or bubbling on the drywall, you should call and set up an appointment within a couple of days.  This will allow me to find out the cause and give you your options to prevent things from getting worse. 

Waiting too long to make that phone call could have that water stain turning into a collapsing ceiling or into water flowing down into the walls and causing damage to the electrical wires and other items throughout your house. 

This is a lot of the information you need to know about roof leak repairs Perth WA, so you should feel a little more comfortable when you see something that doesn’t look right with your roof.  While I always want homeowners to call a professional when they are facing leaking roof repairs Perth, there is nothing wrong with you knowing as much as you can about what is normal, and what is not, with your roof. 

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Great communication prior to roof assessment and all issues clearly outlined. Highly recommend
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I had Josh inspect my roof and was impressed with his service.
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Roof was repaired, no more holes, bloody good crew, quick job, easy going lads. Not much you can ask for
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Fast, efficient service by Josh. Job done in record time.
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Came promptly to look at my roof and provided detailed information on what was wrong.
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We have just read the other reviews and we agree with them all. Excellent clear communication from both the working team and the office. Prompt. Diligent. Hard-working and no fuss, even in 38 degrees! Really impressive. We now look forward to seeing how our repaired roof deals with the elements over the coming months. Hopefully no need to call on their 10 year warranty!
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We were impressed with how quickly the team responded to our inquiry. They provided a comprehensive quote and explained the repairs in detail. Looking forward to seeing the finished work!
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Roof Repairs Perth WA provided outstanding service during our inspection. They were professional, explained the issues clearly, and gave a detailed quote. Highly reliable and trustworthy team!
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Impressive service from start to finish! The team explained the repair process clearly and worked efficiently to address our concerns. Great communication and expertise.
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Josh was excellent—he took the time to explain every aspect of the roof issues and offered practical solutions. His professionalism and attention to detail really stood out. Thanks, Josh!
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The team was extremely professional, providing a clear and concise explanation of the issues with our roof. The inspection process was thorough, and the photos helped us understand the necessary repairs. Highly recommend
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Vinnie’s detailed approach to explaining what was wrong with our roof and how they'd fix it was refreshing. He and Josh were thorough without being overbearing, which we really appreciated
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Had a great chat with Lauren who got all our paperwork sorted out super quick, and hats off to Josh for not making the roof stuff sound like rocket science. Really felt like I was in good hands.
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A big thanks to Vinnie for overseeing the project personally. His expertise and dedication were evident, just as Josh’s thorough assessment reassured us of the high standard of work
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After having trouble finding a roof repairer. Roof Repairs Perth WA really came to our rescue they gave Amazing service and were wonderful to deal with. Communication was excellent as well as being a great price. Highly recommend
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First class service with this business.
From the assessment through to the quotation, booking, communication and repairs , it was a seamless process. The team that performed the job were polite, courteous, professional, tidy and clean. They turned up when they said they would and walked us through every stage. Fantastic experience :-)
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Lauren’s professionalism in handling our appointment and follow-ups was exceptional. She and Josh were a great team, ensuring everything was clearly explained and efficiently executed
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Josh did an awesome job
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Josh gave great service, adjusting his attendance to my needs, and providing a clear and concise quote for what was needed to fix my roof issues, and to keep the roof functional for years to come. Thanks, Josh
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Josh was thorough in his inspection and clearly explained the issues and possible remedies.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Shane
Have just had a quote at this stage but so far the company have been great to deal with in arranging a quote. Josh who came out was really helpful explaining the issues and exactly how they plan to fix them. Very efficient and clear and aren’t trying to oversell on what needs doing.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Kate
Just had Perth Roof Repairs out to quote on our roof. Lots of photos taken and good explanation as to what is happening up there.
Very professional, neat and tidy, articulate. Would recommend.
Looking forward to the quote!
Response from the owner:Thanks Lynn
Excellent prompt communication, reliabity and workmanship.
Response from the owner:Thanks Sandra.
Everyone I spoke to was very helpful and friendly, they got out to have a look at our roof in a timely manner and helped us find a solve for our problems.
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Josh was friendly and very helpful with answers. Whole experience was positive and professional.
Response from the owner:Thanks Voodoo
Lauren was incredibly helpful, keeping us updated throughout the repair process. Her coordination with Josh, who handled the onsite work was seamless.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Zach
Vinnie, the owner, personally ensured that all aspects of our roof repair were up to standard. His team, led by Josh, provided detailed photos to verify their findings, making us feel confident in their service.
Response from the owner:Thanks Ralph
Josh was very helpful in providing the feedback and required jobs around the property for the quote. He explained in detail the issues and was able to answer all my questions. Thank you

The site team (Elis and Sanjay) did a great job delivering great service and quality finish standards for the roofing services that was needed. The detailed work carried out with the proper care to excellent finish. Thank you once again team for the great job and onsite feedback after completion. Really appreciate the efforts
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Kirat
Josh was extremely knowledgable and was happy to answer any questions on the spot about the issues identified. Very professional!
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Ryan
Josh was excellent, and so was Lauren from the admin team, who facilitated all our communications Smoothly. Their combined professionalism made the entire process a breeze.
Response from the owner:Thank you Robert
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Rob
Josh was very professional and knowledgeable - he took the time to listen and was able to clearly explain the problem and resolution.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Paul
Josh from Roof Repairs was very professional and courteous. He is very knowledgeable and we are confident that the work and quoting is honest and reliable. All problems identified with our roof were backed up with photographs to verify.
Response from the owner:Thanks Julie
Awesome to deal with from the very thorough quote through to the admin communication and the amazing, efficient team carrying out the work. Highly reccommend!
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Jody
I can highly recommend Roof Repairs Perth WA. They were very clear in their communication and quoting process. Their pricing was fair and competitive. Ellis and Sanjay did an excellent job. They were very polite and worked extremely hard and did an excellent job. Thankyou so much.
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Fantastic service all round.

From the quote through the completion of the job.

Would highly recommend
Response from the owner:Thanks Steven
Great communication throughout the inspection process.
Josh attended and was knowledgeable and conscious of our requirements to resolve issues. Thanks!
Response from the owner:Thanks Stephen
Josh was extremely easy to deal with, he was responsive to every question and explained what he thought might be happening and what is probably not happening. Very happy to recommend.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Andrew
Prompt service, accommodated my availability. Very good with the issues which need repairing and resolution to fixing the problem
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Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Calvin
Josh arrived on time to provide a quote. He explained thoroughly the work that needed to be done and gave me a clear understanding of essential repairs required.
Response from the owner:Thanks Dee
My tiled roof was in need of a lot of maintenance to fix many leaks and water damage. Josh and his team were hard working and meticulous in repairing the roof. I can highly recommend Roof Repairs.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Peter
Josh was extremely efficient advising me on his arrival time- and was

I was then advised how the quote process would work and timing and the work required after a comprehensive inspection.

Roof Repairs Perth WA are extremely professional and I would recommend you contact them for assistance

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Steve
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I just want to give a shoutout to Josh, who came out to assess what work needs to be done on my roof. It was clear Josh knew his stuff and was serious about ensuring that nothing was missed. I was impressed by his professionalism and expertise. Looking forward to getting the work done!
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