Tips For DIY Roof Repair

While we would always advise hiring professionals for significant issues, having minor problems such as missing shingles or leaking roofs may be fixed on your own. It will save you a few bucks and give you a chance to practice doing things yourself.

With this being said, we will give you a few tips on how to repair the roof yourself and which shortcuts to use to finish the job faster and more professionally.

How To Fix Minor Roof Problems Yourself

We will give you some of the most common roof issues that you can try fixing yourself. Of course, if it becomes too much and above your expertise, call professionals and let them handle the job.

If you notice that some shingles are broken and need to be replaced, you can try doing it yourself. There are numerous reasons why this type of problem can occur, from hail and strong winds to other weather conditions such as heavy storms. First, break the seal on those if it’s not already broken to replace broken shingles. Instead of breaking, you can try heating the seal since it will be easier to detach. Remove the nails and take the shingle off, replacing it with the new one. Hammer and seal the new shingle, and you are good to go.

If you have issues with flashings that are in charge of keeping snow and rain out of your house, you should seriously consider calling contractors. If you decide to do it yourself, note that you will have to remove several rows of shingles. Afterwards, you will need to chip out old mortars and caulk on the flashing edges. Once everything is switched, you will need to seal the flashing back using roofing cement or silicone.

If your roof is leaking, the first thing to do is detect where the leaking comes from. If it’s something simple to fix, such as flashing, you can try replacing it yourself. If, however, you determine that the cause of leaking is above your expertise, get in touch with local contractors.

Besides, you should always have rubber-soled shoes and other necessary protective equipment and tools. You know what they say – safety first.