Unfortunately many home owners await storms and snow with a looming sense of dread of the roof leaks that they know will be aggravated. A leaking roof is very frustrating. Leaks usually spring at the most inconvenient of times. The water damage to the interior of your home can be devastating. And the effects can linger long thereafter in the form of mould. Altogether, it’s not a pretty picture and the cost can be daunting. How best to avoid this?

The best way to avoid leaking roofs in the first place is to invest in regular roof maintenance. Hire a reputable and licensed roofing firm to carry out maintenance services such as re-pointing. If necessary, a more comprehensive roof restoration project might be necessary. In short, keeping your roof in the best possible condition is the best way to prevent leaks.

If your roof does spring a leak, however, it needs to be dealt with immediately. The effects and costs incurred by a leak will simply escalate if you ignore the problem. Hiring unqualified labour can seem cost effective, but it will be more expensive in the long run because it’s unlikely that your leak will be adequately fixed. Hiring a qualified roofing professional will ensure that the source of your leak is accurately determined and the leak is fixed properly the first time round. Make sure to hire a licensed specialist firm with a team of fully qualified tradesmen.