Top 6 roof repairing tips for non-professionals in general |
Posted: May 23, 2017 |
A leaked roof is a problem; a problem that deserves a quick solution as soon as possible. If the leak has gone beyond your control, then you probably have no other option other than calling a professional for the fix. But in case the damage is found to be at a bare minimum stage, you can do something yourself to ensure that it doesn’t spread further. Here are a few roof repairing tips from our professional Roofing Calgary organization that can actually come in handy for you. 1. The first thing to do is to think of safety first Safety first, others later. Okay, please be aware of the fact that if you are in too much hurry to repair a roof without proper safety, especially at times of a calamity (like during raining or snowing), you might be preparing yourself to land in a hospital within a few hours time. So the advice is to take your time with the job. The roof can get very slippery at times especially during those times of the calamity like the ones mentioned above. A small mistake here and there may result in you tumbling down the roof to the ground; something that can actually get fatal in certain circumstances. So always take safety precautions while doing ANY repair on your roof, however petty it might appear to be. Regarding the discussion of these safety precautions, move over to the next point. 2. Let’s talk about the precautions now Right, now just before we asked you to take enough safety precautions while doing any sort of repairing on the roof but what should your precautions be? Let’s see. While you are on the roof, you are expected to be in an uncomfortable position. You will have a high centre of gravity which can affect your balance significantly from a negative sense of view (meaning, a slightest push here and there can result in a fall). You are advised to wear some sort of a rubber shoe to prevent any form of slipping. You should also use a harness to keep yourself steady on the roof. Working with a buddy is also advisable more than anything. 3. Spray to detect any leak You can use the garden hose to great effects here. Take the hose up the roof and start spraying water in every direction. You can easily find a leak through this way. Unorthodox but effective. N/B: This method is not safe especially during winters at times of snowing. It’s advisable that you try it only when everything clear and sunny. 4. Unclog gutters Clogged up gutters are definitely one of the most common reasons behind roof problems. Debris like dry leaves and twigs build up in these areas which hampers the flow of water. This results in accumulation of water in these intricate areas which in turn, may result in a leak due to the increasing pressure build-up. So in case you notice any clogged up area in your gutter, clean it up immediately. 5. Preventing the ice buildup during the winters Ice and snow might look pretty aesthetic on your roofs during winter but the results can be devastating especially if you roof’s old and hasn’t seen a repair for almost years at a stretch. That’s because the net weight of ice is something that’s more than even you can imagine. The accumulation of ice and snow creates a humungous pressure on your roof as a whole which can very well succumb if the pressure goes beyond the edge at some point of time. Therefore, it’s always advisable to prevent any sort of ice-buildup on the roofs especially during the winters. 6. Check your roof shingles closely Sometimes, the shingles are faulty and might begin to show signs of cracks immediately after they’re nailed down on the roof. Faulty installation procedure can also result in these damages but that’s not our discussion at the moment. The point is if you find any faulty shingle on your roof, replace them immediately. Take the step today for a better tomorrow.
Okay, then that’s it then. It’s time to bring this to a close for now. We hope you find these tips handy enough for your roof repairing campaign. Good luck!
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