Roof Leaks

The following is a list of the common roof systems that are installed at homeowner association developments. Each system contains similar components: felt underlayment, plywood sheeting, sheet metal flashing, etc. Improper manufacture or installation of one or more of the roof system components could lead to a construction defect and damage.

Common Roof Types:

  • Clay Tile (sometimes called Spanish or Italian tile): Made from red clay, concrete or both

  • Asphalt Composition Shingle: Made or formed from an asphaltic, aggregate and fiber mixture

  • Flat Concrete Tile: Formed concrete typically flat and uniform in shape

  • Built-Up (BUR): Two or more layers of roofing material covering the same roof area, cemented together on the job

  • Wood Shake: Usually made from wedged shaped pieces of cedar

Common Problems:

  • Improper and incomplete sheet metal flashing

  • Missing or short cut roof underlayment felts

  • Improper use of materials

  • Improper slope to drain

  • Lack of Gutters

  • Roof leaks

  • Gutters separating, improperly installed, or missing

Possible Damage:

  • Stains and or destruction of walls, ceilings, or floors

  • Wet Insulation

  • Mold

  • Fungus

  • Wood destroying organisms

  • Dry rot

  • Structural Failure

  • Defective or broken tiles/shingles