Water Spots On Your Bathroom Ceiling? You May Need A Roof Repair
If you notice water spots forming on your bathroom ceiling, there's a chance you've got a busted pipe collar.
Retex's Caleb Hennon snapped this photo back in mid-December while at an appointment. The North Chestefield homeowner asked him to check a few areas of his roof to see if they needed to be repaired, and Hennon found this collar clearly caulked multiple times rather than replaced, with the caulking seal starting to break.
You may know these collars by a different name – such as pipe flashing or pipe boots – but they create the transition between your roof and your plumbing vent pipes, which keep your toilets flushing inside.
Pipe collars are one of the most common cause of roof leaks. Why’s that?
The average pipe collar has a rubber or neoprene gasket around the opening, enabling the collar to fit snugly around the pipe. After about 10 years of protecting your roof and being exposed to the sun, though, these gaskets are worn down by its UV rays – letting water seep in during the next storm.
If you've noticed water spots on your bathroom ceiling and you've ruled out a plumbing issue, it's time to call a trusted roofing contractor. Reach Retex at 804-258-6300 to schedule your complimentary appointment today.
