There’s nothing worse than looking up at your ceiling and finding a dark spot. Dark spots on our ceilings are a sign of water damage. Several things can cause water damage to your ceiling. Understanding these different risks can help you mitigate and prevent water damage.
Here are five of the most common causes of ceiling moisture damage…
1. Leaking Roof
One of the most apparent forms of water damage is from a leaking roof. Roofing materials can degrade over time. This leads to your home being exposed to rain, snow, and sleet entering your home. Usually, a roof leak appears right away because the water usually just drops down onto your ceiling. If you notice leaks or dark spots on your ceiling after storms, it’s likely a damaged roof.
2. Extreme Weather Events
One of the things that is most likely to damage your roofing is extreme weather. This can be anything from wind storms to hail to torrential rain. In these conditions, a lot of roofing structures can be damaged. This water damage is also immediately apparent after the event or when it rains or snows in the future.
3. Clogged Gutters
Another issue that can happen to the roofing system is clogged gutters. Gutters are designed to capture water and direct it away from your home. When these systems are blocked by leaves or other debris, they cannot flow normally. This will cause them to spill over onto your roof. In time, this spillage will work its way into our homes and cause water damage. If you notice dark spots and moisture after a weather event, it could also be the result of clogged gutters.
4. Leaking Pipes
Leaking pipes can cause water damage anywhere in your home. If you notice dark spots on your ceiling, especially underneath bathrooms, kitchens, and appliances like your washing machine, the culprit may be leaky pipes. Pipes can leak for many reasons from clogs to freezing to age. Take note if your water pressure is low or fluctuating, your faucets are dripping, and your water bill has unexpected increases. These can all be signs of a leaky pipe.
5. Excess Humidity
Excess humidity in our homes can lead to condensation and water buildup. Over time this buildup can lead to water damage. This type of water damage is slow to appear. However, it is also the easiest to avoid. Monitoring the humidity in your home and running a dehumidifier can help. You can also make sure that your home and pipes are properly insulated to prevent excess moisture.
Call Bright Side Restoration If You See Signs of Ceiling Water Damage
No matter what the cause of your water damage is, it’s always important to work with a water damage mitigation company like Bright Side Restoration.
Water damage can often be hidden. Small dark spots can be a sign of a much larger, more damaging situation. Water damage repair experts will fully investigate the cause of the leak, identifying and mitigating any risk factors. We will keep your home and family safe.