Emergency Roof Leak Help in Princeton, TX

Safety first

Do not climb onto a wet or storm-damaged roof. If water is near light fixtures, outlets or the electrical panel, switch off power to that area at the breaker if you can do so safely. A sagging ceiling may be holding water; keep people away from beneath it.

Reduce interior damage

These steps are generally safe for homeowners:

• Place buckets or containers under drips and lay towels or plastic sheeting down.
• Move furniture, electronics and valuables out of the affected area.
• If a ceiling bulges with water, a small puncture at the lowest point over a bucket can relieve pressure in a controlled way.
• Take photos and video of interior damage and, from the ground, any visible roof damage.
• Keep notes of when the leak started and weather conditions.

Temporary protection

Tarping a roof is a temporary measure best done by a trained provider once conditions are safe. It slows water entry but is not a repair. The actual entry point still needs to be found; see roof leak detection.

When to call

Call when water is entering the home, when you see storm damage such as missing shingles, or when a stain is spreading. If the cause was weather-related, our storm damage roof repair page explains documentation and inspection.