After heavy rain, leaky roofs can lead to dangerous situations where water can penetrate walls, get into the insulation and cause plasterboard to become moldy and weathered.
Homeowners are asked to also make sure guttering are free of fallen leaves, sticks and debris and to also ensure chimney's are structurally safe and secure against water damage.
Sydney architect and director of Archicentre, Michael Jones says residents should not try to do all the checks themselves.
"There's risk of loose electrical wires and that sort of thing so, moisture and electricity don't go together well."
"It needs someone with experience and the right tools and equipment and protection to up on the outside of the roof or up on the inside."
However, homeowners are still able to patch the problem both a professional can get the job done.
"If there's something very obvious and easy to deal with within reach they can put a bit of plastic over it or cover it up" said Mr. Jones.
"They should in the first instance photograph it, tak
e a record of it and ring their insurer, say they've got a likely claim."
"With professional advice, the insurance companies are far more likely to listen."
A full checklist for roof repairs is available on the Archicentre website.
