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Roof Leak Repair — Finding the Actual Source

A roof leak rarely appears where you think. Water travels along rafters before dripping through a ceiling — the wet spot inside is almost never directly below the entry point.

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What's Covered

  • ✓ Flashing failure: #1 cause — chimney, skylight, pipe boots
  • ✓ Ice dams: snowmelt refreezes at the eave, backs under shingles
  • ✓ Hail damage: cracked or dislodged shingles
  • ✓ Worn valley channels: highest water concentration on the roof
  • ✓ Nail pops: nails work up over years and create entry points

Typical Costs in Spokane

Flashing repair (chimney, skylight)$200 – $600
Pipe boot replacement$150 – $300
Shingle patch (up to 10 sq ft)$200 – $500
Valley repair (per section)$400 – $900

Common Questions

How do roofers find a leak?
They start at the interior entry point and trace upslope. Common suspects: any penetration flashing, valleys, and plane intersections. Stubborn leaks get a hose test — systematically wetting sections to find entry.
What causes ice dams?
Heat escaping through under-insulated attics warms the roof deck, melting the snow bottom layer. It refreezes at the cold eave overhang. The fix is attic insulation (R-38 to R-49), not just more ice and water shield.
Does insurance cover roof leak repairs?
Storm damage from hail or wind is typically covered. Gradual wear and maintenance neglect is not. Document everything before any repair work if you plan to file a claim.

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