| We have seen brand new roofs with this very same defect. You expect the job was completed professionally and to your satisfaction, but did you actually go up there and inspect the work? Most of us don't because we trust the contractor, and by the time we see that new roof, everything looks wonderful. A small opening like this one can, over time, cause extensive deterioration to everything from sheeting to insulation, all the way to your walls and the paint on them. The damage inside the walls and the ceiling is hidden, and may be festering for a long time before you see an active leak. Moisture, again, causes rot and may attract carpenter ants, leading to further problems. Early repairs will be minimal, waiting could be costly. BACK |