Warning of a mark on the ceiling indicating that your roof is leaking during heavy rain | Great Britain | News

Winter is just around the corner and with yellow or yellow warnings for heavy rain in place across much of the UK over the next few days, homes across the country are facing their first big test.

In every home there are always important signs to look out for, tell-tale signs of serious problems that need to be addressed as soon as possible and cannot be ignored otherwise it could end up costing more.

And during times of heavy rain, brown or orange spots on the ceiling are one of those signs to look out for.

Unfortunately, if you look at the ceiling – be it in the bedroom, bathroom, or attic – it could be a sign that the roof is broken.

As roofs get older, they begin to fail and the roof tiles crack or become permeable. Water then runs through the roof, slides down walls and finds a drain.

These brown or orange spots indicate that there is water somewhere in your walls, causing the plaster in the ceiling to become damp.

If left untreated, not only can it lead to mold growth in your walls and damage to important beams, it can eventually lead to more serious water intrusion with large drip or pour leaks during inclement weather, causing serious damage to your home and those within it property leads.

Experts at Roof It Forward said: “If you see brown spots on your ceiling or walls, it is most likely a water stain caused by a leak. A water stain usually results from a leak in your roof, your heater, or a pipe leak. The water stain appears when the liquid penetrates the ceiling and evaporates, leaving behind dried and discolored deposits.

“If you just cover up or paint over a water stain, you’re not fixing the actual problem. If you don’t fix the leak that caused the water stain, you may end up with more water stains on your ceiling. Leaks left untreated can also lead to structural and electrical damage.”

The average cost of a new roof in the UK is between £4,000 and £15,000. So it’s definitely worth keeping your eyes open and making sure you have a contingency plan for a new roof if you know your home’s roof is more than 25 years old – and keep an eye on your ceilings .