My roof is leaking but i just had new shingles put on last year what can it be?
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If you live in a cold climate area and you roofer did not use ice & water shield you could get leaks from ice dams. ice & water shield is a self adhesive rubber membrane that should be used on the leading edge of your roof on both sides. It also seals all the nails so if a shingle blows off your roof it shouldn't leak around the nails in the roof sheathing.
obviously someone didn't do a good job putting in those new shingles.
I have no idea, but isn't your new roof still under warranty?
I would find that paperwork asap and call the roofer who did the work.
Good luck. You must be so frustrated! I would be, in a situation like that.
why can't you call the roof boys to have a look?
you should change the per slate and the felt and the shingles.
change is best
First go up in the attic and see exactly where the water is coming in. Sometimes it will leak and run before it actually drips into the ceiling. Sometimes the shingles are lined up so that a crack lays on a crack. Also sometimes roof vents are the culprit. Either way as soon as you find it a little sealer on the spot should fix the problem.
The next time it rains you need to go into the attic and see where the water is entering the house. You should see wet wood or a drip. It may be around a flashing ( the metal used around chimneys, valleys, etc), or it may be a loose shingle.
When you find the spot where it is leaking, take measurements and have someone go up on the roof and check in that location. Sometimes, the water will run under the shingles before it enters the house. In this case, the actual leak may be several feet away.
Check your ridge vent for caulking that may be blocking the little drain holes and check all the valleys. When checking these things, you may find something else like a nail hole or exposed nail.
Either way, who ever did your roof needs to fix it if it's only a year old.
your roof is under warranty for 5 years labor and 10 years shingles. I would contact whoever did your roof and complain! I have personally put roofs on 20 years ago that are still on to this day! Poor workmanship is what you have probably didnt do a air vent correctly and it has taken awhile to leak all the way threw
mexican labor. I had the same problem. Had to call the contractor back twice to get it fixed.
Always use a local and well-known, established roofing company. Roofing and driveways are two of the biggest fly-by-night scams threatening homeowners.
Roofing is not terribly complicated, but it is tedious, and the irony is that a tiny little mistake can wipe out many hours of hard work in installing a roof.
Sometimes you can spot the problem area immediately with a look-see. Shingles do blow, you know, especially if you have had storms or high winds since the roof was installed. Flashing is a prime culprit. Check all of the flashings.
Do try to call your roofer and insist that he fix it right.
u really have to call your roofer. i would not try any diy repairs as it can be dangerous. make sure your rofer repaires it properly and not by putting a silicone sealer in the area affected.get him to do a proper job. its what u paid him for in the first place.
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I think it could be the flashing around the chimney, or if you have any valleys that could be a problem also.
Unless it is a major leak that would be a big expense or hassle to fix yourself, (or unless it cost you personally alot of money to have it done) I wouldn't try too hard to make the roofer come back. There is a compound made for Motor home or Trailer roofs (sheet metal) that works extremely well for sealing leaks. It even works if you use it while it's raining. You can find it at any Mobile Home, Motor Home, or Trailer supply store.
Possible solutions.
Best. Call beck the original roofer. The professionals rely on word of mouth advertising.
Second best. Go up on the roof and try to spot the leak yourself. If you do not know what you are doing, hire someone.
Possible trouble spots,
Peaks, (look for places where the shingles are not completely flush.)
valleys, (look for holes, dips, or places where the shingle looks damaged)
transitions, (places where the new shingles end and the old ones start, or where something such as a chimney comes through.)
flashing. (metal for roof vents not completely down.)
Solutions, It might be as easy as hammering down one nail. There should only be one place where there is an exposed nail, and that is at the final peak cover. Get a tube of wet/dry patch at the hardware store, and use a good caulking gun to help fasten the loose shingle, or spot seal the hole.
This is protecting your most expensive investment, so it is insurance to get a professional to do the repair.
do you have roof vents or a chimney? I just moved into my house last year and the roof was replaced about 7 years ago and there was a leak that popped up just a few weeks ago. And it was because of a shingle or two that shifted around the chimney and caused the leak. All ya need is a little roofing tar and a tall ladder and you can fix the leak yourself.
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