Common roof problems
Noticed something wrong with your roof? Find your problem below for the likely causes, what to look for and what to do next. Every roof is different — only an inspection gives a definite answer.
Leaking Roof
Possible causes of a leaking roof, what to do straight away, and when to call a roofer.
Causes and fixes for leaking roofMissing Roof Tiles or Slates
Why roof tiles and slates go missing, the risks of leaving gaps, and how they're replaced.
Causes and fixes for missing roof tiles or slatesBroken or Cracked Roof Tiles
What causes cracked roof tiles and slates, why it matters, and the repair options.
Causes and fixes for broken or cracked roof tilesRoof Leaking Around a Chimney
Why chimneys are a common leak point and the likely causes, from flashing to the stack itself.
Causes and fixes for roof leaking around a chimneyRoof Leaking Around a Roof Window
Possible reasons a roof window or skylight is leaking, and how they're usually put right.
Causes and fixes for roof leaking around a roof windowFlat Roof Leaking
Common causes of flat roof leaks and when a repair or a new flat roof makes more sense.
Causes and fixes for flat roof leakingRoof Leak After Heavy Rain
Why some roofs only leak in heavy or driving rain, and what that can point to.
Causes and fixes for roof leak after heavy rainStorm-Damaged Roof
What to do after storm damage to your roof, from staying safe to arranging repairs.
Causes and fixes for storm-damaged roofSagging Roof
Possible reasons a roof is sagging or dipping, and why it should be inspected promptly.
Causes and fixes for sagging roofDamaged Roof Flashing
What roof flashing does, how it fails and the signs your lead or flashing needs attention.
Causes and fixes for damaged roof flashingBlocked or Broken Guttering
The problems blocked or broken gutters cause and how to fix them before damage spreads.
Causes and fixes for blocked or broken gutteringCondensation in the Loft
Why condensation forms in lofts, how it differs from a leak and how ventilation helps.
Causes and fixes for condensation in the loftRoof Moss Problems
When moss on a roof is a problem, what it can cause and how it's safely removed.
Causes and fixes for roof moss problems