How to check your roof for a leak
In order to properly find the cause of a leak, you can do a simple leak test to see where the leak is coming from. You can see where a leak is coming from by going up to the attic an
To complete the water test, you will need two people. One person will need to go onto the roof with a hose and the other person has to go inside the attic with a pail and a bright light. You have to be patient when conducting a water test because it can take hours to find the leak. Let the water run slowly over areas you think are causing the leak. It can take some time before the water begins leaking inside. If this method does not show a leak within one hour, then let the roof material dry for 24 hours and try again on a different area. Once the leak is found, push a large nail up through the ceiling to mark the leaks location. You can also mark the roof so you know exactly where the leak is.
The exact methods for repairing the roof leak will depend greatly on the type of roofing material on your roof. Note: this method is not guaranteed and is solely another way to detect a roof leak. If you cannot find the leak after using these methods, call a professional.
