Why Does My Roof Leak Only When It Rains Hard?

A roof that only leaks during hard or wind-driven rain usually has a weak spot that normal rain does not reach. In Myrtle Beach, summer storms push water sideways under flashing, up under the lower roof edge, and over the sides of overloaded valleys and gutters. Pinpointing the leak often takes a careful inspection of those areas.

Why Does Heavy Rain Find Leaks?

Heavy, wind-driven rain moves sideways and in larger volume, getting into gaps that a light rain never touches.

Where Do These Leaks Usually Start?

• Flashing around chimneys and walls.
• The lower roof edge.
• Roof valleys and overflowing gutters.
• Around vents and pipe boots.

See why valleys leak.

How Is the Leak Found?

A roofer inspects the likely areas on the roof and in the attic, tracing stains uphill. See what a roofer checks in the attic.

How Is It Fixed?

Usually with a targeted roof repair such as new flashing or sealing. Ice and water shield along the lower edge helps on new roofs. Learn about roof replacement in Myrtle Beach.