Georgia Roof Guide

Repairs and Leaks

Where roofs leak, how repairs should be done, and when a repair is the wrong answer.

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Why do chimneys leak, and when does a chimney need a cricket?How chimneys leak through flashing, brick and crowns, what Georgia's code says about crickets on wide chimneys, and whatWhy do pipe boots leak, and how are they fixed?How plumbing vent pipe boots fail on Georgia roofs, the installation mistakes behind most leaks, repair collars vs full What causes most roof leaks?Where roof leaks really start: pipe boots, wall and chimney flashing, nails, valleys and lifted shingles, plus attic moiShould you replace skylights when you replace the roof?Why a roof replacement is the best time to replace or reflash skylights, what warranties require, energy criteria for Ge

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