Roof Leak Detection Milwaukee – Find & Fix Hidden Leaks
The Leak Isn't Where the Water Shows Up
That stain in your bedroom ceiling? The actual leak is probably fifteen feet away. Finding it takes experience, not guesswork.
Holland Exteriors provides professional roof leak detection services in Milwaukee and surrounding areas. We find the source of leaks using infrared scanning and visual inspection, then provide honest repair recommendations. Licensed, insured, BBB A+ rated. Call (414) 340-3890 for a free assessment.
Three Contractors Looked. None Found It.
Robert Mitchell had a water stain in his upstairs bedroom. Three different contractors came out. All three said, "It's the flashing around your chimney." Two of them replaced the flashing.
Two months later, after the next heavy rain, the stain was bigger.
When John Holland climbed onto Robert's roof, he didn't go straight to the chimney. He followed the water. The stain was near the west wall. The chimney was center of the house. Water doesn't run uphill.
The actual problem? A nail that missed a rafter during installation—twelve feet from where the water showed up inside.
Water enters at one point, travels along rafters or between layers, and shows up somewhere completely different. Finding the actual source requires understanding how water moves through roof assemblies.
We don't guess. We trace. We use infrared cameras to find hidden moisture. We look at roof slopes, understand water flow patterns, and find the exact entry point. Then we fix that spot—not everything between the entry point and where you see the stain.
Our Leak Detection Methods
Water Flow Analysis
We understand how water travels through roof systems. The leak is usually uphill from the stain.
Infrared Scanning
Thermal imaging reveals hidden moisture in insulation and decking before it causes visible damage inside.
Systematic Inspection
We check all penetrations, flashings, valleys, and vulnerable areas in the likely water path.
Photo Documentation
We show you exactly where water is entering and explain why it's showing up where it is inside.
Common Hidden Leak Sources
- Failed Flashing
Around chimneys, skylights, vents, and wall intersections—the #1 source of roof leaks
- Valley Problems
Roof valleys channel massive water flow. Small defects become big leaks fast
- Penetration Seals
Plumbing vents, exhaust pipes, and roof-mounted equipment often have deteriorated seals
- Installation Errors
Missed nails, improperly sealed shingles, and shortcuts that create leak paths
- Ice Dam Damage
Previous ice dams can lift shingles and compromise seals, creating leaks during rain
Stop Guessing. Find the Actual Leak.
Every day you wait, that leak is causing more damage. We'll find the exact source and fix it right the first time.
Schedule Leak Detection: (414) 340-3890