Keep these tips in mind to mitigate minor and significant roof leaks.

1. Clear the Area

Water can damage more than your home’s infrastructure. This is especially true when water is trickling down into bedrooms, storage areas and living rooms where you keep personal belongings.

Clearing out valuables and furniture as soon as you notice a leak is recommended. Start with the most vulnerable items, like electronics, photographs, wall art and rugs.

2. Contain the Leaking Water

From the garage to the family room, trickling water will accumulate on the floor. It’s best to find a large bucket or bowl to catch water in. Be sure to place a towel underneath the collection bucket to absorb any splashes, too.

Position your container underneath the leak and monitor it regularly. With a steady leak, there’s a good chance you’ll have to routinely empty the container.

3. Get in Touch With a Professional Roofing Company

For any roof leak, you’ll want to get in touch with a reputable roofing company in your area. Finding the source of the leak and patching surfaces is something you’ll only want to handle once. Calling a local expert is the best way to resolve the issue in the long term.

A credible roofing business will understand the urgency of a roof leak and get to your property as soon as possible. Professional roofers will complete an inspection and perform the necessary repairs — or at the least, position tarps across your roof to mitigate the problem until they can return. Roof patching repairs are common after intense storms, so you may have to make an appointment for a more permanent fix.