Roof leaks need to be repaired as soon as possible so that water damage is prevented or minimized. At Houston Roofing & Gutters, we provide expert roof leak repair in the greater Houston, TX area. Our local roofers know how to quickly identify the cause of roof leaks and then quickly repair them. Here are six common problems that cause roof leaks.

1. Damaged/Missing Shingles: While high-quality shingles are quite durable, they can still become damaged if impacted by a heavy object such as a large tree limb. Also, severe windstorms sometimes cause shingles to lift up and then go flying away. When shingles are damaged or missing, a leak can quickly form, making it important to seek help from a roofer ASAP.
2. Cracked Vent Pipes: Aging vent pipes sometimes start to crack. When they do, this gives an opportunity for a leak to develop.
3. Clogged Gutters: When gutters get all jammed up with debris, water is liable to start spilling over onto the rooftop, which increases the risk of water finding its way into the home. Gutter maintenance should be conducted at least twice per year to make sure water is able to correctly flow away.
4. Damaged Flashing: If you have old flashing that has begun corroding, then there’s the risk that water will be able to get below your roofline.
5. Debris on Rooftop: If branches and leaves pile up on your roof, they can form a dam that stops water from flowing away, which heightens the risk of water seeping into your home.
6. Skylight Damage: Roof leaks often form at the metal stripping around skylights. As part of routine roof maintenance, it’s important to check this stripping to make sure a leak isn’t liable to form at it.