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What Causes Winter Roof Leaks?


During wintertime, drafty rooms and bursting pipes are homeowner’s concerns. However, people also have to deal with a wet roof this season. Leaks are highly likely over the colder months, and today, as a guide, your roof and siding contractor will share some of its possible sources.

What Causes Winter Roof Leaks?

  • Attic Condensation. Often due to poor ventilation, this issue isn’t necessarily a leak, but it can easily be mistaken for one. This makes it essential to have a professional confirm the case before proceeding to any solution. Otherwise, you will likely encounter the same problem over and over again. Remember that a common sign of attic condensation is the presence of moisture or frost on the framing members or roof deck.
  • Ceiling Stains. Water stains on your ceiling result from moisture getting into the attic and not being appropriately exhausted through the roof vents. Experts note that the steam turns to frost during the winter when it warms up due to your home’s rising indoor heat. Then, it melts and drips back down to the roof floor. When this occurs, you get multiple drips and stains on your ceiling.
  • Ice Dams. Always ensure there isn’t excess snow on your roof and have its insulation and vents checked by a trained contractor. Most roof repair professionals would remind that your roof isn’t adequately ventilated. The warm temperatures in your attic can cause condensation, which can accumulate in your gutters and cause ice dams. When these melt during the day and refreezes at night, it can force the frozen water to get underneath the shingles, leading to water leaks inside your home.
  • Plumbing Problems. Leaks related to this one can occur anytime during the year, and when they appear during wintertime, people might initially assume it’s an ice dam. However, if you have a water leak near a plumbing fixture, it is vital to have your plumbing checked as soon as possible. It’s best to hire a trusted home improvement professional to do the job for you.

Home Pro Exteriors is your leading provider of roofing and siding services. Give us a call at (845) 513-3682. You can also fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment for a roof replacement. We serve customers in Monroe, NY, and the surrounding communities.

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When we needed a new roof for our home we were met by Home Pro’s lead man, Dan Lynch, who provided us with a detailed breakdown of what the job entailed and the steps that would be taken to complete it. That breakdown was clear, concise and followed thru with professionalism. Home Pro gave us a quality job at a fair price, and you can’t ask for more.

Robert P StoeckleOrange County, NY

This is the second time we have used Home Pro Exteriors. First time we had a new roof installed and we were completely satisfied with their work. Clean and efficient. Never know the crew was there! Now we had a new window installed in our bedroom…Wow what a difference! both of the crews that worked on our home were extremely professional. and again you would never know any work was done clean and efficient as usual. We would recommend Home Pro to anyone looking for the very best in exterior work for their home.

Larry VillaOrange County, NY

My wife and I decided to build a home from the ground up. With all the things we had to worry about we didn’t want finding a reliable contractor to be one of them. We called Home Pro to put up the siding because they offered the product and color we were looking for. Their execution was impeccable and more importantly they were honest and reliable.

Terry A.Orange County, NY

I hired Home Pro Exteriors to help us execute several projects on a home renovation show and Joe and his crew were as good as it gets. He was professional, friendly, courteous, and worked effectively and efficiently to get the job done. Not only did Joe help execute ideas, but he built an art studio from scratch and made our clients cry tears of joy. He even designed and custom made draft boards for the artist himself…

Meaghan Lyric PerezOrange County, NY

We thought redoing our roof would be a nightmare but Home Pro was a dream come true. We really appreciated the time they took to explain what we could expect of the project. Their workers were skilled and a pleasure to deal with. We’re very happy with the finished result and have already recommended Home Pro to others!

Diana H.Orange County, NY

We used Home Pro Exterior to raise my mothers house they gave us a time & day. They showed up and did the work. No problems. Everyone was nice & cleaned up afterwards. Very professional. Hiring them for more work to be done. Very reliable company.Thank you Bill & Joe

Mary Schumacher-SalamoneOrange County, NY

We finally decided this was the year to build a patio room off the living room. We called several companies for an estimate, and we are so glad Home Pro was one of them. They listened to our needs and worked with us to build a suitable design. They always came on time, kept the space clean, and finished within the timeline given. We are so happy with our patio room! Thanks guys!

Jonathan C.Middletown, NY

We used Home Pro Exterior to raise my mothers house they gave us a time & day. They showed up and did the work. No problems. Everyone was nice & cleaned up afterwards. Very professional. Hiring them for more work to be done. Very reliable company.Thank you Bill & Joe

Mary Schumacher-SalamoneOrange County, NY

We finally decided this was the year to build a patio room off the living room. We called several companies for an estimate, and we are so glad Home Pro was one of them. They listened to our needs and worked with us to build a suitable design. They always came on time, kept the space clean, and finished within the timeline given. We are so happy with our patio room! Thanks guys!

Jonathan C.Middletown, NY

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