Even the smallest leak on your roof can lead to extensive damage, especially if it isn’t detected quickly. There are several reasons why your roof may be leaking. They include storm damage, aging roof materials, and pest damage. Luckily, advanced technology is available to help our team spot roof leaks early. This eliminates the need for unreliable testing methods such as visual inspections, a water hose test, or manual probing.

Thermal Imaging

Infrared cameras can help our team spot areas on your roof that have different temperatures. These differences can indicate a leak. We will use this data to further investigate the problem and determine what kind of work we will need to do on your roof. Thermograms are detailed images that allow us to provide you with an accurate estimate of the work you need and a solid plan to complete it. This is an effective way to spot leaks that aren’t currently causing water to pool on the surface of your roof or damage your house’s interior.

Moisture Mapping

It’s normal to have some degree of moisture on the surface of your roof. However, we can use moisture mapping technology to spot areas that have standing water underneath shingles or flashing. We can remove the damaged material and replace it with newer shingles or flashing to provide a tighter seal against water.

Electronic Leak Detection

This technology is used on flat roofs. Using low-voltage electrical currents, our team can detect sound frequencies from leaking water. Digital amplifiers and headphones allow us to hear even the slightest changes in frequency. Electronic leak detection is an impressive method that professional roofers use. What’s beneficial about this technology is that it doesn’t require any demolition of your roof until we know exactly what’s going on and where the problem is occurring.

The Importance of Leak Detection Technology

It’s important to know when a roof leak is present. And accurate detection is essential so that we can provide timely repairs where you need them. This also avoids the need for removing the entire surface of your roof to determine the extent of the damage. You may be able to retain much of your existing roof. This can save you a substantial amount of money. Also, we can make the repairs quickly, compared to having your entire roof removed and then replaced.

If you live in Fort Lauderdale, FL and need professional help to detect the source of a roof leak, reach out to our team at Kairos Roofing.