While water dripping from the attic ceiling is an obvious indication of a hole in the roof it s often not so.
Hole in roof of house.
Use an extension ladder with the third rung against the eave to.
How to fix a hole in the roof step 1.
Damp areas on your ceiling or walls.
Wear safety goggles and rubber sole work shoes.
Shine a flashlight along the underside of the roof and look for a hole in the roof as well as areas that are wet or have been darkened by moisture.
Check your attic for one or more of the following warning signs of a hole in the roof.
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In your attic or upstairs surfaces may actually be.
I cut out the existing shingles in the area around the hole.
Take up the shingles over the hole.
Step 3 mark the areas that appear to be leaks with chalk so they will be easier to find later when making a permanent repair.