How do I know if water is getting into my roof through the HVAC line-set openings?

At Troy Street, Chicago Anchor Point Roofing repaired rooftop line-set openings using custom metal pitch pans.
Line sets are the insulated pipes that connect air-conditioning equipment, and whenever they pass through a roof, they create potential entry points for water. If those openings are not properly sealed, rainwater can find its way underneath the roofing system and cause unwanted leaks.

Our team carefully removed old caulk and tar, cleaned and prepared the affected areas, and installed custom metal pitch pans around the line sets. Filled the pitch pans with pourable sealant to create a watertight seal.
Think of a pitch pan as a small protective box built around rooftop pipes. It helps shield the roof penetration and keeps water from reaching the opening around the pipes.

Old tar and caulk may look like a quick fix, but over time they can crack, shrink, separate, or deteriorate because of Chicago’s changing weather conditions.
That is why proper preparation matters. A well-installed pitch-pan repair provides a more durable way to protect these tricky rooftop penetrations and helps keep water where it belongs — outside your building.

If your Chicago flat roof has HVAC lines surrounded by cracked tar, aging caulk, or other questionable patching materials, it may be worth having the area inspected. A small roof penetration can become a much bigger headache if water gets underneath the roofing system.

Trust Anchor Point Roofing for the Details That Matter
At Anchor Point Roofing, we know that protecting a flat roof is often about paying attention to the small details. From HVAC line-set penetrations and pitch pans to flashing and other vulnerable areas, our team takes a problem-first approach to identifying potential leak points and recommending the right repair.

Your rooftop equipment should keep your building comfortable — not give rainwater a shortcut inside.
Anchor Point Roofing — your trusted Chicago roofing team for flat roof repairs, leak solutions, and the details that help keep your roof working the way it should.

Location: Chicago, IL