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Levi’s® Stadium Events For a complete guide to the Levi’s Stadium events, check the following site: levisstadium.com/ events/category/tickets/.
Note: No Levi’s Stadium Events This Month
Local Events
Year-Round Markets
DeAnza College Flea Market, 1250 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Cupertino, first Saturdays, 8am-2pm Sunnyvale Farmers Market, Washington Street Downtown Sunnyvale, every Saturday, 9am-1pm
The Adobian Editors reserve the right to publish or refuse to publish any article submitted, in accordance with the Mobile Home Board Editorial Guidelines. The editors will not be liable for any copyright infringement(s) or plagiarism resulting in publication of articles submitted independently.
The Adobian magazine is published monthly by the Mobile Home Board (MHB) Group as a source of enjoyment and information for Adobe Wells Mobile Home Park residents. All residents can participate in the publication; however, the magazine is not to be used for political campaigns, religious opinions, or park issues. Shopping and services advertisements can be submitted to the MHB Group via email: info@mobilehomeboard.com.
The latest issue of The Adobian can be read online or downloaded via the MHB Group site mobilehomeparkmagazines.com/adobe-wells or use the QR code.
Share Your Thoughts and Ideas
All residents of Adobe Wells are welcome to submit written articles, news, announcements, wishes for special occasions (anniversary, birthday, congratulations, etc.), “for sale and free stuff” ads, ideas, poetry, or recipes. How to submit: use the Adobian drop box the wooden box on the wall outside the kitchen area in Clubhouse 1, or send an email to:
Articles4Adobian@gmail.com
Attention: Adobian Editor
The deadline for submission is the 10th of the month.
Scan Me
Welcome New Residents
The Adobe Wells Business Office staff and fellow residents are happy to welcome you to our beautiful five-star community. Your neighbors look forward to meeting you at a social event in our community soon. Adobe Wells offers the following amenities:
A library with a variety of books to borrow from in Clubhouse 1 off the large living room
Meeting, craft, and card rooms in Clubhouse 1
Swimming pool and separate Men's and Women's restrooms with showers, exercise and sauna rooms behind Clubhouse 1
Hot tubs one in both clubhouses
Laundromats with coin-operated washers and dryers adjoining both clubhouses
Basketball and tennis courts near Clubhouse 2
Billiards room—one in both clubhouses
Car wash area near Clubhouse 2
Children’s playground area near Clubhouse 2
Storage areas for recreational vehicles, trailers, boats, and cars (with park approval)
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact or see the Business Office staff who are more than happy to be of assistance.
We hope you will enjoy your new home living at Adobe Wells Mobile Home Community.
Park Business Office Contacts
Community / Maintenance Administrators: Cameron Howard / Luis Quej ….…..…..… (408) 734-8424
24-hour Answering Service ....……...…………………………………………….….…….. (408) 734-8424
Email: adobewells@bsm-group.com
Owners: Brandenburg, Staedler & Moore Main Office …….....……………….…..….. (408) 279-5200
ARE YOU MISSING SOMETHING?
Please stop by the Park Business Office to claim your LOST item! If your item is still LOST and you would like to post it in the next Adobian, send an email request to Articles4Adobian@gmail.com no later than the 10th of the month.
The Events Group
Leader: Alex Raud, sasharaud@gmail.com
Co-Leader: Hang “Hellen” Xu, hangxu.0103@gmail.com
The Adobe Wells Events Group purpose is to plan and host special activities (i.e., themed parties, rummage sales, etc.) for the Adobe Wells Mobile Home community. Please direct any other comments or issues to the Adobe Wells Park Business Office. In addition, the Events Group assumes no responsibility for this publication or any of its contents and shall not be held to blame for any item that is published in The Adobian unless it has prior approval of the Events Group.
Resignation Message
Dear Residents and Volunteers,
It has been a great privilege to serve as Adobe Wells President of the Events Group (formerly the Social Club) since 2017. While this chapter concludes, my mission to support our community remains as the editor and distributor of the Adobian magazine.
To Denise Tanaka, Vice President/Treasurer (also resigned), and the many volunteers who have been the heartbeat of the Events Group, I am forever grateful for your unwavering dedication, support, and the incredible energy and ideas you brought. Together, we raised funds to support free, fun community events. With the tremendous support from you all, and especially Denise, we accomplished many successes throughout the years especially during challenging times.
As I pass the torch, I am confident the new leaders, Alex Raud and Hang “Hellen” Xu, will continue planning enjoyable community activities/events. I look forward to supporting them from the sidelines and wish them both the best of luck.
Sincerely, Bernice
April Fool’s Day Facts
April Fools' Day, celebrated annually on April 1st, is a day dedicated to pranks, jokes, and hoaxes. Here are three key facts about the tradition:
1. Unclear Origins Tied to Calendar Changes: While the exact origins are uncertain, many historians believe April Fools' Day originated in 16th-century France. When the country switched from the Julian calendar (which celebrated the New Year around April 1st) to the Gregorian calendar (starting in January), those who failed to get the news and continued celebrating in spring were mocked as "April fools". Others link it to ancient Roman festivals like Hilaria, which celebrated the spring equinox with masks and pranks.
2. Known as "April Fish" in Europe: In France and other European regions, April 1st is often called Poisson d'Avril (April Fish). A traditional prank involves taping a paper fish onto someone’s back without them noticing, symbolizing a young, easily caught fish or a gullible person.
3. Rise of "Respectable" Hoaxes: Over time, the day evolved from personal pranks to large-scale, public hoaxes staged by media outlets and corporations. Famous examples include the 1957 BBC report on a "spaghetti tree" harvest and Taco Bell's 1996 announcement that it had purchased the Liberty Bell.
Online Community Resources
Band AdobeWells.com BAND is a private communication hub designed for group coordination. Members can share chat messages, calendar, and organize activities. Download the app (iOS or Android phone) and search for Adobe Wells. Or, search AdobeWells.com in a web browser to join.
Facebook—Adobe Wells Events Group Volunteers who organize community events and social activities for AW residents only. Visit facebook.com/groups/2454176924900236.
Facebook Adobe Wells Resident Group (AWSG) This Facebook page is for AW residents only. A place to meet, ask and share with your neighbors. Visit m.facebook.com/groups/1372550420090119/? ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT.
A neighborhood support and information group hosted by AW resident Barbara Clark. You may subscribe to become part of the discussion by visiting groups.io/g/AdobeWells and clicking the +Join This Group button.
Nextdoor is a global forum that connects neighbors with each other for discussing a variety of topics or exchanging goods and services. You may join a group in your local neighborhood by visiting nextdoor.com. Once you have set up a new username and password, or logged in with Facebook, the app will prompt you to find your neighbors.
Other Resources
The Golden State Manufactured-Home Owners League (GSMOL) is a non-profit organization that advocates for the rights of manufactured home owners in California. GSMOL's mission is to protect the quality of life and investment of manufactured home owner. Visit gsmol.org or call 800-888-1727 for assistance.
The Sunnyvale Mobile Home Park Alliance (SMHPA) purpose is to mediate and protect Sunnyvale mobile home residents’ investments and rights. SMHPA is a source of information about laws that affect mobile home residents only. If you need assistance with a dispute with any mobile home residents, park management, as well as mobile home owners and businesses in the area, send an email to smHpamail@yahoo.com.
AdobeWells.com New Social App
A NEW WAY TO COMMUNICATE
Adobe Wells has more than 600 homes. Our community thrives on neighbor-to-neighbor connection. The challenge? Keeping everyone informed and coordinated. Facebook Groups, WhatsApp, Nextdoor, text messages, and emails have limitations.
The Events Group's new leadership is excited to recommend a new social media platform.
BAND is exactly what we need: a private communication hub designed for group coordination. It is a digital version of gathering in the village square to plan great community events.
• BAND offers flexibility. It works on smartphones (iOS, Android) or a desktop/laptop.
• There are multiple privacy levels no spam advertisements, and no web-browsing strangers seeing your posts or photos.
• Residents can create sub-groups for specific interests such as card games, craft activities, sports, etc. Organizers can create meet-ups and post schedules.
• Chat messages can be filtered by groups.
• Neighbors can share their memories and strengthen our connections with each other.
On a smartphone, download the BAND app and search for Adobe Wells.
On a desktop computer, go to AdobeWells.com and "join" the group.
Please contact the administer, Alex Raud, at sasharaud@gmail.com for assistance or questions.
AdobeWells.com Resources
The community resources can be accessed within the AdobeWells.com Band app. To display this page, click on link.pics/us under Band Description to show them as below. Simply click on the resource of your choice.
The Easter Egg Origin
The Easter Egg Origin
The oval-shape egg has been a universal symbol in many religions across the millennia, symbolizing new life, rebirth, and fertility.
According to The Easter Book by Francis X. Weiser, S.J., “[t]he origin of the Easter egg is based on the fertility lore of the Indo-European races. To our pre-Christian ancestors, it was a most startling event to see a new and live creature emerge from a seemingly dead object. The egg to them became a symbol of spring. Long ago in Persia, people used to present each other with eggs at the spring equinox, which for them also marked the beginning of a new year.”
In Judaism, eggs are an important part of the Passover seder plate. For some Christians, the egg symbolizes the rock tomb out of which Christ emerged to the new life of his Resurrection. Also, there was a practical reason why eggs became popular on Easter: They were forbidden during the 40 days of Lent. However, chickens still laid eggs, so they were often collected and decorated. In most countries, the eggs are stained in plain vegetable dye colors. Among Orthodox Christians, the faithful present each other with crimson eggs in honor of the blood of Christ. In parts of Eastern Europe, it’s tradition to create intricate designs on the egg with wax or twine before coloring. Called pysanki, these special eggs are saved from year to year like symbolic heirlooms and can be seen seasonally in Ukrainian shops. In Germany and other countries, the eggs are pierced and made hollow so that they can be suspended from shrubs and trees during Easter Week much like Christmas tree decorations.
Of course, many countries have egg hunts and games, too. Plastic eggs are often filled with candy treats, since it’s the end of Lent. Every year in Washington, D.C., there is an egg-rolling party on the lawn of the White House. This custom is traced back to Sunday School picnics and parades at Easter in the years before the Civil War. At these picnics, the children amused themselves with various games, and egg -rolling was one of them.
Source: The Old Farmer’s 2025 Almanac, The Navigators
Free Easter Egg Hunts for Kids
801 Hellyer Avenue, San Jose
Doors Open at 3:30 PM
Three Hunts:
04:30 PM 05:00 PM for Walking-4 years old (with parents)
05:00 PM—05:30 PM for 5-8yrs old (no parents)
05:30 PM 06:00 PM for 9-11 years old (no parents)
Scan URL Code to Reserve A Spot (Required)
Join us at Calabazas Park 6825 Rainbow Drive in San Jose for a magical Easter Egg Hunt the whole family will love.
Bring your baskets and your biggest smiles as kids dash to discover colorful eggs and special prizes hidden around every corner. It’s the perfect way to celebrate spring, connect with the community, and create picture-perfect memories together.
Don’t miss this egg-citing day of fun, laughter, and springtime magic!
Scan URL Code to Reserve A Spot (Required)
Earth Day Festival
Show your love for the planet at Sunnyvale's Earth Day Festival!
Since 1970, we have celebrated Earth Day. Learn from the official global Earth Day organizers about the event's history and how to take action. For more information: SunnyvaleClimateAction.org/earth-day-festival-2026.
This free family event features the following:
• BioBlitz: A city-wide nature observation project using the iNaturalist app to identify local plants and animals.
• Wombi Test-Rides: Electric bike test-rides.
• Local Organizations: Information on sustainability and local environmental services.
• Activities: Family-friendly and interactive sustainability-focused activities.
Extras: An Earth Day Art Party will also be held at the Sunnyvale Public Library on April 22, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m..
Puzzles and Word Games you
Paul Revere Southern Flower
Adams Belfry
Boston
British
By land
By sea Church
Concord
Dawes
Firing
Grenadiers
Hancock
Horse Lantern Lexington March Midnight North end Patriot Paul Platoon Revere Revolution Ride Signal Silversmith Troops
Warren
Across
1.Computer memory units
5.High school class
8.Need for fishermen
9.Regrets
11.Jason’s ship
12.“Cogito, ___ sum”
13.It isn’t silver or gold
15.Long, long time
16.Some baby toys
21.Cosmetic additive
22.Hokkaido people
24.Poet Angelou
25.___ tide
26.Battle of Britain grp.
27.Opens a door
Down
1.CEO’s degree
2.Make, as money
3.Garbage in, garbage out
4.Unhearing
5.Largest island in the world
6.Circular domed
dwelling
7.Prefix with phone
10.Costa del ___
14.Jersey call
16.Battering device
17.Winged
18.Spanish painter
19.In ___ of
20.A breeze
23.Bull markets
How to solve sudoku puzzles
April Sudoku
No math is required to solve a sudoku. You only need logic and patience.
Simply make sure that each 3x3 square region has only one instance of the numbers 1-9. Similarly, each number can only
appear once in a column or row in the larger grid. The difficulty on this puzzle is easy.
The headline is a clue to the answer in the diagonal.
TRIVIA TEASER
I Feel Like a Number
1.What actor was offered the role of 007 for The Living Daylights, but lost out due to his contractual obligations for the TV series Remington Steele? a-Colin Firth, b-Tom Selleck, c-Pierce Brosnan, d-Stellan Skarsgard.
2.What number was assigned to the captive title character on TV's The Prisoner? a-2, b-3, c-5, d-6.
3.Zero, Plato and Killer are friends of the title character of what comic strip? a-"Beetle Bailey," b-"Betty Boop," c-"Little Iodine," d-"Zippy the Pinhead."
4.Who played the former Borg, Seven of Nine, on Star Trek: Voyager? a-Jeri Ryan, b-Roxann Dawson, c-Jennifer Lien, d-Suzie Plakson.
5.Who played Number Two, the head henchman of Dr. Evil, in the Austin Powers movies? a-Will Patton, b-Bill Campbell, c-Robert Wagner, d-Samuel L. Jackson.
6.What rock band had a 1980 hit with the song "Hey 19?" a-Blood, Sweat & Tears, b-Steely Dan, c-The Edgar Winter Group, d-ZZ Top.
7.In 1963, Charles Schulz added a new kid to the "Peanuts" neighborhood whose name consisted of what number? a-3, b-4, c-5, d-7.
8.Zero Mostel won a Tony Award for his performance as the title character in which Broadway musical? a-Jesus Christ: Superstar, b-The Music Man, c-Pal Joey, d-Fiddler on the Roof.
9.Which title TV character had a best friend named Six? a-Hannah Montana, bBlossom, c-Punky Brewster, d-Moesha.
10.Maxwell Smart was Agent 86 on TV's Get Smart. What was the number assigned to his partner-wife, played by Barbara Feldon? a-13, b-24, c-36, d-99.
QUOTES
All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.
Martin Buber
No idea is final.
Taika Waititi
I would unite with anybody to do right; and with nobody to do wrong.
Frederick Douglass
I feel that we're all lighthouses, and my job is to shine my light as brightly as I can to the darkness.
Jim Carrey
Happiness is a simple, frugal heart.
Nikos Kazantzakis
In a dark time, the eye begins to see.
Theodore Roethke
Judge nothing, you will be happy. Forgive everything, you will be happier.
Sri Chinmoy
We are what we pretend to be, so we must be careful about what we pretend to be.
Kurt Vonnegut
If you don't know where you are going, any road will get you there.
George Harrison
The point is not to pay back kindness but to pass it on.
Julia Alvarez
I'm an idealist. I don't know where I'm going, but I'm on my way.
Carl Sandburg
For small creatures such as we the vastness is bearable only through love.
Carl Sagan
The higher we soar the smaller we appear to those who cannot fly.
Friedrich Nietzsche
Here is a test to find whether your mission on earth is finished: If you're alive, it isn't.
Richard Bach
The lighter side
Psychiatry seminar
Psychiatry students were attending their first seminar. It was on emotional extremes. The professor wanted to establish some parameters, so he asked what they would say was the opposite of joy.
"Sadness," replied Mr. Nichols.
Ms. Biggs defined the opposite of depression as elation.
"And Mr. Martin, what is the opposite of woe?"
Bubba replied, "I believe that would be giddyup!"
The speeder
A man is stopped by police for speeding and the officer asks him for his license.
"I don't have one," the man says. "It was taken away for drunk driving."
So the officer asks for the man's vehicle registration.
"I don't have one," the man says. "This car is stolen and I've murdered the owner and stuck him in the trunk."
At this point, the officer calls for backup and in no time 10 police cars surround the stopped speeder.
The sergeant on the scene approaches the car and orders the man to open his trunk. He does and it is empty. The sergeant then asks for the man's driver's license. The man pulls out a valid license and vehicle registration.
"I don't get it," the sergeant says, "My officer here says you told him you had no license or registration and that you stole this car."
The man shakes his head and says, "I bet that liar told you I was speeding too."
Answer to 'I Feel Like a Number'
1-c, Pierce Brosnan 2-d, 6
3-a, "Beetle Bailey" 4-a, Jeri Ryan
5-c, Robert Wagner
6-b, Steely Dan 7-c, 5 8-d, Fiddler on the Roof 9-b, Blossom 10-d, 99
April 2026 Calendar
Awareness Months
ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH.
AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH.
BEAVER AWARENESS MONTH.
DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARENESS MONTH.
GLOBAL ASTRONOMY MONTH.
NATIONAL CANCER CONTROL MONTH.
NATIONAL CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH.
NATIONAL DONATE LIFE MONTH.
PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS MONTH.
STRESS AWARENESS MONTH.
Events
1, April Fool’s Day.
1, PASSOVER begins before sundown on Wednesday, April 1 and ends after nightfall on April 9.
3, GOOD FRIDAY.
5, EASTER.
5, GOLD STAR SPOUSES DAY. Since 2010, honoring surviving spouses of armed forces members.
5-11, MERRIE MONARCH FESTIVAL AND HULA COMPETITION. Hilo HI. Honors King David Kalakauna.
6-12, NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS RIGHTS WEEK.
6-12, THE MASTERS TOURNAMENT. Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, GA. Web: masters.com
7, INTERNATIONAL BEAVER DAY.
10-12 and 17-19, COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL. Empire Polo Grounds, Indio, CA. Music and arts festival. Web: coachella.com.
11, CIVIL RIGHTS ACT, 62nd anniversary.
11, NATIONAL PET DAY.
12, DOGWOOD FESTIVAL. Camdenton, MO. Spring carnival.
15, INCOME TAX PAY DAY.
16, NATIONAL STRESS AWARENESS DAY.
16-26, FIESTA SAN ANTONIO. Since 1891.
17, BAT APPRECIATION DAY.
19, OKLAHOMA CITY BOMBING REMEMBRANCE, 1995.
19-26, NATIONAL PARK WEEK.
20, BOSTON MARATHON, 130th RUNNING.
21, AGGIE MUSTER. Texas A&M University, College Station, TX. Current and former students gather to honor fellow Aggies. Web: aggienetwork.com.
22, EARTH DAY
23, FIRST MOVIE THEATER OPENS. Apr 23, 1896, New York City at Koster and Bials Mustic Hall.
23, ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY.
25, ARBOR DAY. Since 1872. Web: arborday.org.
25, WORLD PENGUIN DAY.
25, FIDDLER’S FROLICS. Hallettsville, TX. Since 1971.
30, FALL OF SAIGON, 1975. Fall of Saigon: North Vietnamese tanks entered the city, and the communist flag was raised over the presidential palace, marking the end of the war.
30, NATIONAL RAISIN DAY.
International
2, Argentina: Malvinas Day. Public holiday honoring fallen soldiers of the 1982 war to regain the Falkland Islands.
4, Senegal: Independence Day. Marks independence from France in 1960.
6, Thailand: Chakri Day. Marks founding of the dynasty by King Rama I.
14, India: Vaisakhi. Sikh holiday commemorates the founding of the brotherhood of the Khalsa in 1699.
18, Zimbabwe: Independence Day. Holiday celebrating independence in 1980.
19, Eswatini: King's Birthday. Marks the birth of King Mswati III in 1968.
21, Italy: Birthday of Rome. Traditionally thought to be in 753 B.C.
25, Egypt: Sinai Day. Holiday celebrates the return of Sinai to Egypt in 1982.
26, Tanzania: Union Day. Marks the union of mainland Tanzania and the islands of Zanzibar in 1964.
Earth Day 2026: The forest is fighting back
If you've ever doubted whether big environmental goals can actually be achieved, Pakistan has a story for you.
In 2014, the Pakistani province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa launched an audacious goal: plant one billion trees. Skeptics were plentiful. But by 2018, a WWF audit confirmed the province had not only hit its target but surpassed it — planting 872 million seedlings with an average survival rate of nearly 89 percent, ahead of schedule, expanding the region's forests by 350,000 hectares. The International Union for Conservation of Nature called it "a true conservation success story," and the province became the first entity in the world to complete the Bonn Challenge, a global pledge to restore degraded land.
Energized by that success, Pakistan launched the Ten Billion Tree Tsunami in 2019 — a nationwide, governmentbacked effort to keep going. More than 500,000 green jobs were created in the process, many of them going to daily workers in rural communities who needed them most. Forest cover has measurably increased around every major planting site.
No project this large is without bumps. Independent researchers note that survival rates at some sites run lower than official estimates, and that species selection and long-term care matter as much as raw planting numbers. But even the skeptics agree: this is one of the most ambitious reforestation efforts ever attempted, and it is working.
Want to plant a tree yourself?
One Tree Planted, a Vermont-based nonprofit, operates on the simplest possible model: $1 plants one tree. Their Earth Month 2026 projects span six continents, with recent work in Mexico's Veracruz highlands restoring watershed land and supporting local farming families. You choose the region, donate what you can, and they handle the rest.
Visit onetreeplanted.org to learn more.
How to boil your Easter eggs -- don't.
The absolute best method for hardboiled eggs that are easy to peel and have no green ring around the yolk (a sulfur-iron reaction from overcooking) is not boiling. It's steaming.
This approach is backed by extensive testing by Serious Eats, Cook's Illustrated, and America's Test Kitchen.
Steaming is more consistent than boiling because steam doesn't drop in temperature when you add the eggs, cooks gently to avoid overcooking the yolk, and loosens the membrane for near-effortless peeling.
3.Place steamer or colander in the pot and add eggs, placing eggs in a single layer in the steamer basket. Cover tightly with a lid.
4.Bring to boil and steam: Set timer for 12 minutes (for large eggs; 11 for medium, 13–14 for extralarge or if you prefer firmer yolks). Keep heat on high so the steam stays consistent.
5.Ice bath shock: Immediately transfer eggs to a large bowl of ice water (or run under very cold tap water). Let them cool fully (5–10 minutes)—this stops cooking, shrinks the egg slightly inside the shell, and makes peeling effortless.
-Precise timing prevents overcooking—steam is gentler, so you avoid the high heat that creates ferrous sulfide (the green/gray tint). Yolks stay bright yellow and creamy.
The bonus is that you get fewer cracked shells, more even cooking, and it works well even with fresher eggs (though older eggs—1–2 weeks old—still peel easiest).
Step-by-Step: The Foolproof Steaming Method (for 6–12 large eggs)
1.Use eggs straight from the fridge.
2.Pour about 1–1.5 inches of water into a pot (enough to create steam but not touch the eggs).
6.Peel: Tap the egg gently on a hard surface to crack the shell all over, then roll it to loosen more. Start peeling from the wider (blunt) end—often the air pocket is there. Peel under a trickle of cool running water if needed to help wash away bits and slide the shell off. Tips
-Don't overcrowd—steam needs to circulate.
-No need for vinegar, baking soda, or salt in the water).
-For extra-large or very fresh eggs: Add 1 minute to steam time and test one first.
April showers can also bring roof leaks
May flowers are nice, but when the April showers start leaking into your living room, you have more pressing things to think about.
Roof leaks can cause serious structural damage and leave you on the hook for some very expensive repairs, which is why homeowners should know how to identify leaks early and act fast.
Some leaks may be obvious. A leak above your washer and dryer might be coming from a pipe or vent. A quick solution might be one of several waterproof leak sealers available at your home store. Even if these work, contact a professional as soon as possible.
Brown or yellow discoloration on your ceilings or walls are a common indicator of water seeping in through
your roof. According to roofing contractor Shanco, your upper rooms or attic might also feel excessively damp or smell musty, which is often a sign of mold or mildew growth.
Your roof's exterior can also offer clues. Damaged, curling, or missing shingles open up vulnerable points for water to penetrate, and can generally be repaired easily. If you notice pooling water, seek repair services right away to preserve your home's structural integrity.
If you notice water actively dripping into your home, contact a roofing company right away for an emergency repair. Don't put it off -- it might cost you your ceiling.
