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Spoiler alert: Yes! Yes, a leaking ceiling can collapse, and no, you don’t want to be there when it happens. Rather, you never want it to happen in the first place, but if you’re reading this post, take heed.
Spoiler alert: Yes! Yes, a leaking ceiling can collapse, and no, you don’t want to be there when it happens. Rather, you never want it to happen in the first place, but if you’re reading this post, take heed.
If water finds its way into your Austin home, it has to go somewhere. Naturally gravity will pull it down, but if it doesn’t have an escape route to drain away, it will pool up and get bigger… and bigger… and bigger. The larger the pool of water, the heavier it will be, and eventually that weight will be too much for your ceiling to bear.
If you are seeing your ceiling bulge with water, call a roofer immediately.
Like any structure, ceilings are susceptible to damage, and when they are weakened either slowly over time or due to a significant one-time event, their integrity is put at risk.
For your safety, it’s important to stay on top of property maintenance and take action at the first sign of any water damage or roof leaks. Here are some signs to look for when it comes to water damage:
No matter the age of your home, maintaining your roof and property is an essential part of home ownership. Prioritize annual inspections (or more frequently if a major storm rolls through Austin) so you can nip any issues in the bud. After all, you’ll never know you have a missing shingle if a professional roofer doesn’t climb up to see.
Other preventive action you can take to avoid water damage is to ensure that your gutters remain clean, and that your downspouts are effectively draining water out and away from your home. If they are clogged, the water could end up running back into your home.
Water damage is never something to take lightly. If you have roofing concerns or are ready to schedule an annual roofing inspection, please contact us at Storm Guard of SW Austin.
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