How to create a commercial roof leak log

Dekoven Roofing

November 13, 2026

A leak log gives the crew more to work with than a general report that the roof is leaking. Record the room, the weather and the time for each occurrence.

Give each leak a location label that can be reused. Track the room or bay, the date, weather, photo links, earlier work and any next action so a later report can be matched to the same spot.

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Why keep a log

A leak log turns scattered observations into evidence. It helps a roofer see patterns that one visit may miss.

What to record each time

  • Date and time.
  • Room and exact location.
  • Weather: rain, wind direction, snowmelt.
  • How much water appeared.
  • Photos.
  • Any action taken.

Keep it simple

A shared spreadsheet or a notes file works. The point is consistency. Have each person who notices a leak add to the same log.

Share it

Give the log to the roofer before the visit. Patterns such as leaks only in northeast wind can point toward the source.

Frequently asked questions

How long should I keep the log?

Keep it through the repair and a full season afterward.

Is a log needed for small leaks?

It is useful even for small ones, since they may grow.

Who should keep it?

One person, with others contributing.

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