Defect type
Critical · 3–5/5
Active Roof Leak Causing Ceiling Damage
Moisture/real/pre–1970, 1970–2000, 2000–present/concrete tile roof, metal roof, terracotta tile roof
Water ingress through roofing system causing plasterboard ceiling staining, sagging, and potential collapse. Often traced to failed flashings, cracked tiles, or deteriorated valley gutters in Perth and Sydney homes.
Causes
- Cracked or displaced roof tiles
- Failed roof valley or flashing
- Deteriorated roof sarking membrane
Symptoms to look for
- Brown water staining on ceiling
- Sagging or bubbling plasterboard
- Active dripping during rain events
Remedies
- Replace cracked tiles and rebed ridge capping
- Re-flash all penetrations and valley junctions
- Replace affected ceiling plasterboard and insulation
Critical
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