Here is how to treat water leakage from a concrete roof

RCC or reinforced concrete cement is a method or say a composition of materials – steel bars, concrete, and cement, that is extensively used in India in the construction of important components like the basement, pillars, and roofs.

However, due to permeable and porous nature of cement and concrete, these places with time, tend to develop cracks and capillary pores that allow movement of water and results in the problem of water seepage. Of all the places in a construction, roofs are the worst affected as they directly face the brunt of changing weather conditions, especially during monsoons. 

The blog mentions a few tips on repairing a concrete roof leak.

Find the source

Finding the source of water seepage is half the battle won. For this, you must get professional help as terrace waterproofing is a complex and time-consuming task to perform and requires the person to hold expertise. If you try to do it by yourself, you might miss the spots that may again trigger the problem. Therefore, find the possible sources of leakage.

Fix the cracks

Once you have identified the sources, the next thing is to fix them. Concrete and cement in roofs, due to daily wear and tear situation, tend to develop holes and cracks that provide space for water seepage. If the situation is not severe, you can use sealants to fix them on your own. However, if the situation has become complicated, you should ideally get your roof inspected by professionals.  

Get the roof inspected timely

Now this one this something that most people tend to ignore. They get their roof waterproofed, notice no signs of seepage, and think the problem is fixed for the lifetime. However, this is far from reality. The problem of water seepage is caused due to several factors and thus, it is wise to get your concrete roof examined from time to time to avoid any major structural damage or repair work. Timely inspection by professionals is a great preventive measure you can take to keep the problem at bay and save a good amount on frequent repairs. 

Now that you have understood how to fix a roofleak in rain or before the arrival of monsoons, you must get a routine check-up so that your construction remains in good shape for years to come.