New rafters were built and tied into the existing structure of the home, and osb sheathing was installed for the roof deck of the saddle. After no additional damage was discovered, construction of the roof saddle can begin. Fortunately, there was no additional damage other than drywall discoloration in the office, and some wet spots on the concrete basement floor and foundation wall. This will expose the existing roof sheathing and determine if the is any water damage on the roof structure. The first step in construction of the roof saddle is to remove shingles and gutter from the roof structure to expose the problem area. The saddle will be built in the valley area between the two gable ends. So much water was being forced into the area beneath the gutter and into the brick it was working its was behind the home. The problem area can be seen in the pictures below.
A roof saddle was constructed to redirect the water away from the problem area, and off the house altogether. An attempt could be made to repair the flashing, but to ensure the problem would not return, a change in design was necessary. Water was entering into the basement without much notice, and it wasn't until some staining on the ceiling of the first floor office that the leak was noticed.Īfter some discussions, the only true solution was to fix the problem at its source. Poor initial roof design, combining with improper flashing techniques, allowed water to creep behind the brick exterior. Steve Way Builders, LLC got a call from the homeowners of this home in Delta Township to investigate a water leak. Roofing Repair - Building a Roof Saddle to Correct Water Leak
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