It’s frustrating to see a brown spot when you look up at the ceiling. What’s even worse is that it’s not just an aesthetic problem, it can also be a sign of a bigger issue. Find out how to deal with water stains below:
Find out what caused it
It shouldn’t be too hard to figure out from what area of the home the water is coming. Whether it’s the roof or an upstairs bathroom, whatever is above the ceiling is usually the source of your moisture problem. If you can’t identify a possible water source above the ceiling stain, you may have a leaky pipe. It’s also not uncommon for water to run along rafters or piping before dropping onto your ceiling, obfuscating the true source of the problem.
Old caulking is a common source of water seepage. Piping or a shower pan that has come into disrepair is also a possibility. Bad piping can mean you have a leak or it can mean your pipe is sweating from inadequate insulation. You may also need to figure out whether your pipes are old and need to be replaced or, if other circumstances, like hard water, is causing premature damage to your pipes. Source: HomeAdvisor
Check the roof
If the roof is to blame, find and repair crumbling shingles, compromised flashing (the weatherproofing material installed on the roof), or weakened seals around roof vents, all of which can give way to leaks. If you cannot patch the leak in the roof, you may need to replace it. Source: BobVila
After fixing the damage
Prepare what you need
Move any furniture and spread the drop cloth on the floor under the stained ceiling. Wear protective eye goggles and gloves because you will be applying chemicals to the ceiling.
Use bleach mixture to remove stain
Mix a solution of half bleach and half water, and then apply this with a sponge over the stains. This will lighten the stain and remove any mildew. Use clean water from your spray bottle to rinse away as much of the bleach mixture as possible.
Finish with paint
Blot the ceiling as dry as you can with the cleaning rags, and allow it to air dry the rest of the way. Then brush on a coat of stain killing primer or mildew resistant primer and allow this to dry. Paint the ceiling area with one or two coats of matching paint. Source: DoItYourself
Prevent damages from getting worse while making sure that the pesky water spots will never come back by letting us do the work. We offer free estimates! Call us now!
Contact:
Kerrisdale Roofing & Drains Ltd.
168 W 71st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5X 4S7
(604) 360-2114
