Troy Roofing Services | Roofing Services in Burr Ridge, IL 60527

Valley leaks are common here due to our heavy rain and snow, which funnel large volumes of water through these critical intersections. Improper installation or worn flashing is often the culprit. We fix them by first conducting a thorough inspection to find the exact failure point. Our repair involves removing old, compromised materials, installing new, heavy-duty valley flashing or membrane, and ensuring a watertight seal with high-grade roofing cement. For severe cases, we may recommend a full valley replacement to provide a permanent solution against our local weather.

The most effective prevention is a two-part approach targeting the root cause: heat loss from the attic. First, we assess and upgrade your attic insulation to meet current standards, reducing heat escape that melts snow. Second, we ensure proper roof and soffit ventilation to maintain a cold roof surface, allowing snow to melt evenly. As a critical final step, we install a waterproof ice and water shield membrane along the eaves and in valleys. This barrier protects your roof deck if an ice dam does form, preventing interior water damage.

Absolutely. These issues are often related, as ice dams can worsen existing valley leaks. Our comprehensive repair process addresses both. We start by safely removing any existing ice dams and damaged roofing material. We then repair the roof deck if needed, install a continuous ice and water shield in the valley and along the eaves, and re-flash the valley with a durable, sealed system. Finally, we'll evaluate your attic's thermal performance and ventilation to recommend improvements that prevent future ice dams, protecting the entire repair area long-term.