Ridgewood Roof Leak Repair Experts | Buttner Brothers Roofing

This is a very common issue here. As snow accumulates and slowly melts, water can seep under shingles, especially if they are older or damaged. The freeze-thaw cycles we experience can widen small cracks, and ice dams can force water back up under the roofing material. Once the bulk of the snow is gone, that trapped water finds its way into your home. A professional inspection can identify these vulnerable areas before the next winter.

Roof valleys are critical channels that direct a large volume of water runoff. In Ridgewood, with our heavy rain and snow, they handle significant stress. Leaks here are often due to worn or improperly installed valley flashing, or debris buildup causing water to back up. Our repair focuses on removing debris, inspecting and replacing the flashing with durable, code-compliant materials, and ensuring the surrounding shingles are properly sealed to create a watertight channel.

First, contain the interior damage by placing a bucket and moving belongings. If safe, you can go into the attic to try and trace the leak's origin—look for wet rafters or sheathing. However, the entry point on the roof is often higher up than the interior drip. The most important step is to call a professional roofer like us for a proper assessment. Temporary tarping from the exterior may be necessary to prevent further damage until a permanent repair can be scheduled.