Leaky Roof & Gutter Survival Guide: How to Find, Fix, and Prevent Costly Water Damage

9. Don’t Trust Caulk as Your Main Fix

Caulk and roof cement are not long-term leak solutions for most roof problems.

Use them only for:

  • Tiny nail holes
  • Pinholes where flashing replacement isn’t practical

Whenever possible, do a mechanical fix instead:

  • Replace damaged flashing
  • Re-shingle properly
  • Rebuild failed details instead of smearing sealant over them

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