Roof guides: what to do before you call
What to do right now, step by step and animated, when something goes wrong at home. If it is not fixed, we take you to roofers in your city.
DIY with care · 20 minRoof leaking: what to do from insideRoof leaking into the house? Catch the water, protect your things and document it for insurance, step by step. A roofer near you can tarp it today.
DIY with care · 30 minRoof damage after a storm: what to do firstRoof damage after a storm? Check it safely from the ground, protect the inside, document it for insurance and get a roofer to tarp it.
DIY with care · 20 minWater stain on the ceiling: find the causeWater stain on the ceiling? Find out if it is the roof, a pipe or the AC, check it from the attic, and know when to call a roofer or a plumber.
Call a proShingles blew off: what to doShingles blew off in the wind? Check the roof from the ground, look for leaks in the attic, save the pieces and get a roofer before the next rain.
DIY with care · 60 minGutters overflowing when it rains: what to doGutters overflowing when it rains? Find the clog from the ground, clean them safely on a dry day, and know when a two-story home needs a pro.
DIY · 30 minDownspout clogged: how to clear itDownspout clogged and the gutter spilling at the corner? Clear it from the bottom with your hands and a hose, add an extension, and know when to call.
Call a proTree or branch fell on the roof: what to doTree or branch fell on your roof? Get everyone out of the rooms below, stay clear of power lines, document it for insurance and call for help.
DIY with care · 15 minSkylight leaking: leak or condensation?Skylight leaking? Tell a real leak from condensation, catch the water and protect the room, and know when a roofer needs to reseal or replace it.
DIY with care · 15 minChimney leaking when it rainsChimney leaking when it rains? Catch the water, check the cap and flashing from the ground and the attic, and know who to call for the repair.
DIY with care · 15 minLeak around a roof vent pipeLeak around a roof vent pipe? Check the attic and the rubber boot from the ground, catch the drips, and have a roofer replace the boot before rot sets in.
DIY · 30 minDoes my roof need replacing? Signs to checkWondering if your roof needs replacing? Check these signs safely from the ground and the attic, and know when to ask a roofer for an inspection.
Call a proBlack streaks on the roof: what they are and what to doBlack streaks on your roof? They are usually algae, not dirt. See what to skip, like pressure washing, and how a pro cleans them gently.
DIY with care · 30 minHail damage: roof insurance claim stepsHail hit your roof? Document the damage safely from the ground, report it to your insurer, get a roofer to inspect it, and be ready for the adjuster.
DIYStorm chasers: how to spot a roofing scamRoofer knocking on your door after a storm? Learn the signs of a storm chaser scam, what to check before you sign, and how to pay safely.
DIY with care · 15 minWater pooling on a flat roof: what to doWater pooling on your flat roof? See when ponding is a problem, check the drains and ceilings safely from below, and know when to call a roofer.
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