08/31/2026
Most roof drainage problems don’t start with a storm. They start with debris that’s been sitting on the roof for a season or two.
Leaves and pine needles accumulate on the surface, work into the valleys, and eventually end up in the gutters.
When the path water needs to take is blocked, whether that’s a clogged valley, a packed gutter, or a downspout that’s not moving water far enough from the foundation, the water goes somewhere else.
And “somewhere else” is usually fascia, siding, or the crawlspace.
Keeping the roof surface clear is the first line of defense for the whole system.
We just published a new blog on how roof drainage problems develop and what to watch for. https://roofworksnorthwest.com/blog/roof-drainage-problems-everett-wa/