Getting yourself ready for DIY roof repair project, but don’t forget to look at the Do’s and Don’ts of DIY roofing.

Nothing is more stressful than a leaky roof. However not all leaking roof require hiring professional expertise. In most of the cases you can take the DIY approach and within shorter duration your roof will be restored.

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Bridgeport, Connecticut, 2019-Sep-03 — /EPR Network/ — A question that is commonly asked “why does a roof leak occur?” roof leaks can occur because of several reasons including architectural design, age, or the materials used. Usually, the vents, flashing or a skylight are some of the problematic areas that make a roof to leak. If you notice that your roof is leaking you have to take immediate action before it gets too late for you.  Taking care of everything concerning your roof is usually a daunting task especially if you are a newbie because the art of roofing is a technical one that requires you to know what sort of tools will be used, what materials to use and how to maintain the roof. Going on from here let’s discuss the DO’s and Don’ts of DIY roofing.

DO’S

• Regular Checkups On Your Roof: Regularly check your roof especially after rain, hail or wind storm so that any damages can be easily and timely addressed.
• Opt For High Quality Roofing Materials: while making purchase, compare and contrast different roofing materials on the market and their respective warranties. With good roof materials you can make up for the short falls of DIY roof repair.
• Clear gutters and cut branches: be sure to clean the roof gutters regularly to avoid clogging. Loose branches hanging over the roof should be taken care of to prevent them from breaking and damaging the roof.
• Hire professionals to fix: Don’t go doing everything by yourself, if the problem is too big for you seek professional help especially for low steeped roofs which are difficult to handle and walk-on.

DON’TS

• Assume all roofing materials are alike: When it comes to roofing, it is not a one size fits all affair. You should treat shingles and roofing accessories the same way you would treat shopping for clothes; you need the right fit.

 

• Test weak spots with your foot: When trying to check the reliability of your roof after you suspect damage, it is advised that you do not use your foot to test weak spots as you may fall in. In fact the best practice is not to walk on the roof at all.

 

• WAIT: when you detect damage or leak it is advisable to take action immediately as postponement might have very costly effects. By waiting, your roof could endure more damage especially to the underlying plywood or decking.

 

• Hesitate to go with the trend: If there are new and better roofing materials and technologies that would better serve you, you should always explore those new options. Don’t stay sticked to the old roofing materials, as a DIY person you should always be willing to explore and try out new things yourself.

 

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