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.
These soft spots usually form when the layer underneath gets soaked due to gaps in the shingles.
That dip in the roof with a soft spot indicates that you should have your roof repaired asap.
This could entail taking off the interior ceiling panels and removing any insulation between the roof and the ceiling.
A soft spot on your roof doesn t necessarily mean you need a full roof replacement.
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.
That is one of the reasons why it is important to have your roof checked by an expert professional.
Often leaks simmer for some time before they become apparent with.
One of the most common questions we receive here concerns roof soft spots.
The soft spot on the roof of the camper is typically a sign of dry rot or some other defect in the roof structure.
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.