When water starts coming through the ceiling during a Vancouver storm, every minute counts. Here's what's likely causing it, and what to do while you wait for a roofer.
Common causes of Vancouver roof leaks
- Failed or missing flashing around chimneys, skylights, and valleys.
- Cracked, lifted, or missing shingles after wind.
- Clogged gutters backing water up under the roof edge.
- Moss holding moisture against the shingles until it wicks through.
- Aging underlayment on a roof past its lifespan.
What to do in the first hour
- Move furniture and electronics out of the way and put down buckets.
- If a ceiling is bulging with trapped water, puncture it over a bucket to relieve the weight.
- Photograph everything for insurance.
- Call a 24/7 emergency roofer, don't climb a wet roof yourself.
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Our emergency line is staffed around the clock, and we can usually have a roofer at your Vancouver home within about two hours to stop the water.
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