Tile roof leaks
Tile roofs often leak because of cracked or slipped tiles, deteriorated ridge capping, blocked valleys, flashing defects or foot traffic damage.
Water can enter at one tile or ridge area and then travel before showing as an indoor stain.
Metal roof leaks
Metal roof leaks are often linked to aged screw washers, lifted sheets, rust, failed flashings, penetrations or incompatible repairs.
Colorbond and older metal roofs should be assessed for both localised faults and broader corrosion or fixing issues.
Mixed and extension roofs
Some Maitland homes have a mix of older tile roofs, extensions, patios or metal sections. Junctions between roof types can be vulnerable to water entry.
When requesting help, mention if the leak appears near an extension, valley, wall junction, skylight or patio roof.
What to describe
Say whether the roof appears to be tile, metal or mixed, and describe the room where water appears, whether it follows storms, and whether there are visible broken tiles, lifted sheets or gutter overflow.
Do not climb onto the roof to confirm the material or take photos. Ground-level and indoor photos are safer.
Need help with this roof issue?
Send your suburb, roof type, urgency and any notes about safe photos you have so the enquiry is clear from the start.
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