PROBLEM SOLVING: METAL ROOF REPAIRS
Roofing is not a typical ‘handyman’ job because it requires patience and skills to get the job done. Roof repairs call for different course of action depending on the material used, nature of the problem and the budget you will consume to replace it. Though metal roofing has one of the most outstanding materials in term of durability and longevity it is sometimes unavoidable to conduct repairs on your metal roof house in Corpus Christi. The kind of repair you need depends on the roof damage. Talking of which, when it comes to roof damages it is always better to attend to it immediately before it affects the whole house structure. What is a metal roof?
A metal roof is made from metal pieces or tiles. A metal roofing system can be seen on residential and commercial buildings. In the US, 10% of the overall residential re-roofing constructions use metal. Compared to other roofing systems, metal roofs are more convenient to use because they are 100% recyclable. Aside from convenience, a metal roof is also the most fire safe roof because of its noncombustible roofing material not mentioning its wind resistance with a wind warranty that can be as high as 120mph. Metal Roof Repairs
Some roofs cannot withstand the test of time as seen on the warranty especially if you live on the areas that mostly experience strong force winds or hurricane vulnerable areas. When you experience roof repair problems you need to at least determine where it is coming from and easiest solution you have while waiting for the roofer to do it. You never want leaks to ruin your bed time don’t you? Common metal roof problems and repair:
Roof Leaks- this is one of the common roof problems every house hold encounters. Leaks can be found on seams, ridge caps, vents, flashings and other spots where there is roof penetration. Loosened fasteners usually cause the roof leaks. Sealing a leak should be done during warm days. The first step to take is to locate all the holes and mark each spot. With the use of a wire brush or rake ( for large scale cleaning), you have to clean the surface and make sure it is free from dust, falling leaves or debris. With the use of a roofing tape (butyl) or a sealant, cover the leak spots. After putting the tape, you can now place the patch based on the size of the leak spot. Make sure that the galvanized metal patch completely covers the tape and the hole. Screw each corner of the metal patch and cover it with roofing cement afterwards. You can now leave a roof coating to protect the metal patch from rusting. Loose flashing seams - this is usually caused by extreme weather conditions, wherein along with the ‘expands and contracts’ of the roof the seams develop gaps in between the roof. A small amount of roof cement or urethane sealant can be applied between the flashing and metal roof to prevent the loose seams from further leak. It is important to ensure that the sealant used dries up before touching another area near the spot. Rust and corrosion - As a metal roof ages it is unavoidable to encounter rust but this can be prevented by a rust remove available on your local paint store. Make sure that every area is rust free before applying liquid sealant or metal roof paint. Loose nails- this seems to be the easiest roof problem because nail replacement is all you need to get it done. If you need to nail on the same hole, fill it with sealant and let it dry before putting the nail on. The key to long lasting roof is proper maintenance. Before it leads to repair, make sure that you keep an eye on your roof and do not wait for it to become totally rusty before putting repaint. This may save your money, time and effort in doing damage control when it is already worst.
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