Roofers view.

Roof related problems.
Seen thru the eyes of an experienced roofer.
Specialty:preventative maintenance.
Prolong the life of an existing roof.
Visual check,photograph and document roofs and its components to ensure a watertight seal.
Repairs are done on the spot or an assessment is given.
Pictures shown are the most common problems found.
Steep:shingles,slate,spanish and french tile.
Flat:hot tar,modified (smooth,granular),epdm,tpo.
Misc:rain gutters,copper valleys,sheet metal works.
Reflective aluminum coatings (fibered and non fibered)

Saturday, December 12, 2015

The real cost of cable tv

Home owner called in very concerned about a dark stain.
This was taking place in the same direction as the fireplace

On the second floor in one of the bedrooms water dripped so bad .
The homeowner cut the drywall to allow the water out and prevent further damage.

This was a 3 story building a 40ft ladder was needed,not for the average  homeowner.

This chimney cap has seen better days.
Preventative maintenance,a coat of paint a handful of screws
The real cost of not having your roof checked.
A heating contractor was also needed to replace the obvious
.

Roofersview
This has to be secured for the time being until entire chimney cap replacement

This are only visible when the roof its checked closely.
This property its very high next to an open field.
Wind had its way with this chimney flashing

This flashing cap was re-fastened and a premium quality sealant was used to permanently seal.
Until replacement with anew galvanized chimney cap
Notice the water on top,this chimney cap even though its galvanized,will eventually rust.
Preventative maintenance (a coat of paint) at least once a year will pay for itself.

The attic was inspected and the water stain stemmed from around a bathroom soil stack pvc pipe

Very "convenient"
Definitely visible only from a roofers view

This flexible neoprene flashing was allowing wind driven rain to get in

Properly fastened and sealed to prevent water intrusion.
No exposed nail heads to prevent corrosion.
The rest of this roof was in sound condition

Latent defect

Preventative maintenance will always save you money

This was right above the 4 year old baby's bedroom
only found after a close inspection there is no substitute for experience.
and due diligence.

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