Leaking roof vent or flashing
Answer: call a roofer.
Leaks around roof vents, pipes, or flashing are one of the most common causes of roof leaks. Flashing — the thin metal strips that seal transitions between the roof and chimneys, vents, or walls — deteriorates over time from UV exposure, thermal cycling, and storms. Even a small gap lets water infiltrate into the attic and down through ceilings. A roofer can remove the old flashing, install new step or counter flashing, reseal vent boots, and verify there's no hidden water damage in the decking below.
Who to call
For this problem, call a: Roofer
Symptoms to look for
- Water stains on ceiling directly below a roof vent or chimney
- Dripping in the attic around pipe or vent penetrations after rain
- Cracked, rusted, or lifted flashing visible from the ground
- Damp or rotting wood around vent boots in the attic
- Daylight visible through gaps around roof penetrations from inside the attic
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