Guess there’s always something to watch for, no matter how careful you are.
Yeah, even with all the right prep, winter can throw some curveballs. I’ve seen ice dams sneak water under shingles on newer roofs—especially after those freeze/thaw cycles we get around here. Sometimes it’s just the angle of a vent or a bit of flashing that wasn’t sealed perfectly. I always tell folks, even if your attic’s bone dry, it’s worth checking around chimneys and skylights after a rough storm. Stuff shifts more than you’d think.
I get what you’re saying about checking after storms, but honestly, I’ve seen just as many issues crop up in spots you wouldn’t expect—like along the eaves or even in the middle of a slope, not just around chimneys and skylights. Sometimes it’s insulation problems causing condensation, not leaks at all. Have you ever run into attic frost? That one catches people off guard, especially if their ventilation isn’t dialed in. Just saying, sometimes the “usual suspects” aren’t the only places to watch.