Roof
leaks in Sheffield caused by wind driven rain
Strong winds and
heavy rain are typical of autumn and winter (even summertime!) weather conditions
in the UK
Customers will
often contact our office to report leaks that have come about after a storm
with wind driven heavy rain. We hear from them that an area of a ceiling has
become damp, but it’s not every time that it rains.
The thing is that
rain when propelled by wind often blowing across horizontally can cause water
to enter the building in ways that may not be possible if wind was taken out of
the equation.
Wind driven rain
can make its way past/ beneath not only roofing slates, tiles and felt but also
lead flashings and valleys, skylight windows and chimneys etc. It may enter
through roof or ridge vents, under the eaves tiles or the roofs side verge
tiles even. The rainwater having found its way into the building will then drip
onto the ceilings leaving them damp and stained to begin with. Constant
dripping water onto a plaster ceiling will eventually crack it and bring it
down potentially.
This is where
having a qualified roofer to inspect your roof regularly or after strong wind
and lashing rain to provide routine maintenance is the best preventive measure.
If your property does sustain damage from wind driven rain, please be sure to
have the repairs done as soon after the internal water damage is noticed as is
possible. The longer the problem remains without repair, the greater the risk of
more extensive damage taking place i.e. wood rot, mould, and severe water
damage to plaster and decorations etc. Your wallet will thank you.
Call us
now on 07939203982 if we can assist with any roofing problem you may have.
