During the peak of winter, snow can lay on your roof for days at a time following a storm. It can take even longer depending on how much sunlight your house gets daily. If your roof isn’t in good condition, snow that lays dormant on it can eventually lead to leaks. We here at C.R. Thompson, the top choice for emergency roof repair in Philadelphia, are proud to be the first call that homeowners make when they discover issues with their roof.

Some of the dangers of having a leaky roof include:

Cold House

Since heat rises, the top floors of your home are sure to be the warmest parts of the house. However, if your roof has a decent-sized hole or leak, all that warm air could be going directly out of your house. This can make your house much colder when the weather really starts to drop.

High Utility Bills

With all of the warm heat in your home quickly escaping out of your roof, your furnace is sure to be working overtime to keep your home warm, which is nothing but bad news for your bank account once your utility bills are ready to be paid. If you notice your monthly bills are increasing out of nowhere and your home suddenly starts to feel colder, give us a call as soon as possible.

Mold Can Grow Quickly

Having a damp roof combined with the heat coming from your furnace is going to create a hotbed for mold and mildew to grow. Not only is mold bad for your health, but it can also cost thousands to remove it from your home. Getting out in front of leaks in your roof can help save you a boatload of money and frustration.

Fire Hazard

Although there is a good chance that not much wiring is located in your attic, wiring in the attic of your can be a fire hazard. Any wires that come close to water can short circuit and can quickly spark a fire in your attic.

Anyone interested in more information on other risks of having a leaky roof, or those searching for a company that specializes in rubber roofing in Bucks County, PA can give us a call anytime at 215-375-7904.