Signs Your Roof May Be Leaking
Roof Leak Detection
If you believe your roof is leaking it is essential to organise professional roof leak detection and repairs immediately. Water leaks not only affect your roof and ceiling; they can cause structural damage to your entire home. Read more about detecting roof leaks. Unfortunately, by the time water is dripping through your ceiling, your leak has likely been causing damage for weeks, if not months.
Gutter and Roof Repairs are Brisbane roof leak detection experts. With over 20 years' experience, we offer high quality roof inspections, reports, and repairs.
Roof Leak Detection Service
A thorough inspection of your roof
A professional Gutter and Roof Repairs roofing contractor will conduct a thorough inspection of your roof, both from the exterior and, if accessible, from the interior. They'll look for signs of damage, such as missing or damaged tiles or metal sheeting, cracked flashing, deteriorated seals around roof penetrations, and any other potential points of entry for water.
Identification of leaks
We use specialist equipment to aid in leak detection. This could include moisture meters to measure moisture content of materials, infrared thermography cameras to detect temperature differentials that may include moisture intrusion. We may also perform pressure testing to identify leaks. This involves pressurising the roof system with air or water locate areas where leaks occur.
Detailed roof report
We will provide you with a detailed roof report outlining the condition of your roof and include photos to show you particular areas of concern. Based on the findings, our report will recommend any necessary repairs to address leaks and prevent further issues. This work may include replacing damaged roof tiles or metal sheeting, repairing or replacing flashing, sealing roof penetrations, or other repairs to improve the integrity of your roof.
Obligation-free quote for repairs
We will also provide an obligation-free quote for any roof and gutter repairs that may be required. Our team handles all aspects of gutter and roof replacement, repairs, cleaning, restoration and much more. Each of our services is performed by fully qualified roofers that have experience working with metal, Colorbond®, tile, terracotta, asbestos and concrete roofing. As a member of Master Builders Queensland, we always uphold the highest standards on our worksites.
Why Choose Us
If you’re concerned about roof leaks, contact Gutter and Roof Repairs today. We service all Brisbane suburbs and are committed to providing quality products and outstanding workmanship.
We Work On All Types of Roofing
Metal Roofing
Metal roofing is an attractive and cost-effective building material. But, it also has a limited lifespan, and regular maintenance is the best way to extend its life. Gutter and Roof Repairs works on all types of tin, corrugated and metal roofing. We provide everything from small repairs to complete replacements, so you can rest assured that your home is ready for storm season.
Tile and Terracotta Roofing
Gutter and Roof Repairs is Brisbane’s concrete, terracotta and tile roofing expert. We offer high quality and competitively priced tile repairs that can protect your home, increase its value and breathe new life into old roofing. We also perform comprehensive roof assessments and can provide advice on whether your tile roof can be repaired, restored or if it needs replacement.
Colorbond® Roofing
Gutter and Roof Repairs works extensively with Colorbond® roofing products. Known for their beauty and longevity, genuine Colorbond® roofs are the best way to keep the sun and storms away from your family. Our Colorbond® roof and guttering comes with a 25 year manufacturer warranty, and it’s guaranteed to deliver long-lasting performance, even in Australia’s toughest conditions.
6-Year Workmanship Guarantee
We provide roof replacement services designed to last a lifetime. If you do encounter an issue with your new roof, our six (6) year workmanship warranty means our team will rectify problems related to unsatisfactory workmanship at no extra cost.
Ready to Find Out More?
Our qualified roofers are experienced with repairing and replacing all types of gutters and roofing. Fill out the form to book a quote, or contact us using the Request a Quote form.
Our Service Locations
Gutter and Roof Repairs is based in the heart of Brisbane, and our services are available all over South East Queensland.
Brisbane • Ipswich • Redlands • Logan • Caboolture
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Frequently Asked Questions
Signs that your roof could be leaking include water stains (“tea” like stains on your ceiling) or damp spots on walls and ceilings, or the sound of water dripping – especially during rainfall. Or sagging spots in your ceiling, mould or moss growth, and debris in gutters and downpipes.
If you believe your roof is leaking, it’s important to first identify the source of the leak. If you are confident that you know the source of the leak, and if it’s safe to do so. Go to Bunnings and buy a tarp and some sand bags and cover the exterior surface of your roof with the tarp. Then contact a professional roofing company to conduct a roof inspection to confirm the source of the leak and undertake repairs to fix your roof leak.
The first thing to do if water starts leaking through your ceiling is to catch the water in a container to prevent floor damage. If necessary, move or cover furniture with plastic or a tarp, and soak up excess water on your floor. If safe, try to identify the source of your roof leak and place a tarp over the outside roof surface at the source of the leak. Contact a professional roofing company to identify the roof leak cause and conduct repairs to fix the leak.
If water is coming into your home through the roof, the internal ceiling may start to bow from the wait of the water. To reduce the risk of damage to your internal gyprock ceiling, simply grab a bucket and a pen or screwdriver and pierce the ceiling to allow the water to escape and reduce the risk of your internal ceiling from collapsing. Then contact a professional roofing company to conduct a roof inspection to confirm the source of the leak and undertake repairs to fix your roof leak.
There are numerous reasons for your roof to leak, but some of the common causes include worn out, cracked or broken roof tiles, damaged metal roofing, rusted or aging roofing materials, storm or hail damage, blocked gutters and downpipes, damaged roof flashing, or poor roof installation and repairs.