Repairing Roof Soft Spots

Unfortunately for many camper owners a leak in the interior side of the camper is the first indication that the roof has sprung a leak.

Repairing roof soft spots.

Often leaks simmer for some time before they become apparent with. It is important to note though that most of the time if you have identified one soft spot there are chances that there will be more soft spots. This could entail taking off the interior ceiling panels and removing any insulation between the roof and the ceiling. That dip in the roof with a soft spot indicates that you should have your roof repaired asap.

After encountering a soft spot you ll probably want to go back inside to see how much damage has been done to the roof by pulling back any part of the ceiling that is obstructing your view. If you can tell there s a soft spot on your roof this most likely means that the substrate below the roofing material is damaged and deteriorating. This can be a result of the plywood sheeting becoming wet from rain above or from moisture not being able to escape from below and leading to mold mildew growth. Most roofs have plywood sheeting underneath the roofing tiles or shingles.

A soft spot on your roof doesn t necessarily mean you need a full roof replacement. These soft spots usually form when the layer underneath gets soaked due to gaps in the shingles.