Diagnose Your Roof Problem

Water Stains on the Ceiling: What They Mean

A brown ring on the ceiling usually means a slow roof leak. Learn the likely causes, how urgent it is, and how Decatur homeowners can get it traced.

Roof Leaking After Heavy Rain

If your roof only leaks in downpours or wind-driven rain, the cause is usually a specific weak point. See what to check and what to do next.

Missing or Blown-Off Shingles

Found shingles in the yard after a storm? Here is what missing shingles expose, how fast to act, and when spot repair is enough.

Hail Dents and Bruising on Your Roof

How to tell if hail hurt your roof: dents on vents and gutters, bruised shingles, and granule loss. Learn what to do after a Decatur hailstorm.

Chimney Flashing Leaks

Water around a fireplace or chimney chase usually comes from failed flashing, a cracked crown, or a missing cap. See how to tell which.

Pipe Boot Leaks

Rubber pipe boots crack in Illinois sun and cold, often years before the shingles wear out. Learn the signs and the simple repair.

Roof Valley Leaks

Valleys carry more water than any other part of a roof. Learn why they leak, what proper valley construction looks like, and how they are fixed.

Ridge Vent Leaks

Ridge vents can let in wind-driven rain and powder snow if the product or install is wrong. See signs and fixes.

Skylight Leaks

Is your skylight leaking, or is it condensation? Learn the difference and the right repair for each.

Sagging Roof Decking

A dip in your roofline or soft spots underfoot mean the decking or framing is weak. Learn causes, risks, and what repair involves.

Flat Roof Ponding

Water that sits on a flat roof for more than 48 hours speeds up wear and finds every seam. Learn causes and fixes.

Wind-Damaged Shingles: What to Look For

Creased, lifted, or flapping shingles after a Decatur windstorm? See what wind damage looks like, how urgent it is, and when repair is enough.