Water Damage On Your Roof

7/17/2020 (Permalink)

Wind damage to aging roof uncovers water damage to roof structure

SERVPRO of Glendora/San Dimas & Irwindale/Baldwin Park has been working in the San Gabriel Valley and LA County for over 15 years, helping residents and business owners clean up flood and fire damaged properties.

Since most of the year in Southern California the weather is so mild, it is easy to take property maintenance for granted, hoping when the seasonal changes do bring wet weather there will be no roof leaks.  

Roof leaks can come from lots of sources. Damage from falling objects like tree limbs, wind, construction work, and excessive walking on them. Often, roof leaks can come from simply getting older, and depending on the type of roofing materials, more frequent inspections should be considered.  

Damage from leaking roofing can be tricky to spot, as frequently it starts slow and is not always obvious from the inside of the building but gets progressively worse. Allowing water to migrate into the roof structure, ceiling, and walls of a building can result in damaged structure and finish materials that could cost thousands of dollars to repair.  Over time, wood rot and mold growth can begin to turn into problems for the building and can be a health concern for those who might have preexisting conditions or who are otherwise vulnerable to elevated mold spores inside the building. 

SERVPRO can help with inspections that isolate if there is water damage and where the water is coming from. If you think you might have a damaged or aging roof, consider a roof inspection during the dry season when contractors are not as busy handling emergencies. Usually, these inspections are free and repairs can be implemented at a relatively low cost if leaking is discovered. 

Enjoy our beautiful Southern California living and remember if you do need assistance with any kind of damage from fire or water, SERVPRO of Glendora/San Dimas & Irwindale/Baldwin Park is a trusted professional you can have confidence in.