Generally speaking, any time that you are going to have work done on your roof it is going to be expensive. And, usually the more work you need done, the more money it is going to cost. That is one of the main reasons why homeowners usually opt to try and have a roof repaired as opposed to having it fully replaced.
In order to avoid having to replace your roof, you should maintain it to the best of your ability. This includes cleaning and repairing it whenever it is necessary. This helps avoid small problems from growing into larger, more costly ones. Many people don't know that they can handle some of the smaller roof repairs on their own without having to contact a professional roofing contractor. Here are a few simple steps for small repairs for your roof.
The first thing you need to do is identify the problem area. Sometimes it is easy to find because it is a leak that is causing water to drip on your floor. However, others are not as easy to spot. In order to do so, climb up on your roof and examine all of the shingles. Look for ones that are missing, out of place, or that are curling up. Also, if there are any that are loose and come up without the help of tools, those will need to be replaced.
If you have a number of curled shingles, you will be delighted to know that they are usually easy to fix. The shingles get curled due to extreme weather conditions. Simply, reshape with your hands any curled shingles that you have. This is better to do in warmer weather because when it is cold out, the shingles become brittle and may break. If you are going to do it in the winter, make sure to warm them with a hair dryer or a similar device before you try to curl them back in to place.
Unlike the curled shingles that can be fixed, you will need to replace any damaged shingles on your roof. This is also a fairly simple process. Remove the nails that are holding the damaged shingles in place and pull them out. Then insert new shingles and hammer them in where the old ones were. It is best to use galvanized roofing nails because they will last the longest. Then you will need to cover the back edge of the shingle and nail heads with roofing cement in order to avoid water leaks. By following these easy steps, you can take care of these roof repairs on your own and save some money in the process.
In order to avoid having to replace your roof, you should maintain it to the best of your ability. This includes cleaning and repairing it whenever it is necessary. This helps avoid small problems from growing into larger, more costly ones. Many people don't know that they can handle some of the smaller roof repairs on their own without having to contact a professional roofing contractor. Here are a few simple steps for small repairs for your roof.
The first thing you need to do is identify the problem area. Sometimes it is easy to find because it is a leak that is causing water to drip on your floor. However, others are not as easy to spot. In order to do so, climb up on your roof and examine all of the shingles. Look for ones that are missing, out of place, or that are curling up. Also, if there are any that are loose and come up without the help of tools, those will need to be replaced.
If you have a number of curled shingles, you will be delighted to know that they are usually easy to fix. The shingles get curled due to extreme weather conditions. Simply, reshape with your hands any curled shingles that you have. This is better to do in warmer weather because when it is cold out, the shingles become brittle and may break. If you are going to do it in the winter, make sure to warm them with a hair dryer or a similar device before you try to curl them back in to place.
Unlike the curled shingles that can be fixed, you will need to replace any damaged shingles on your roof. This is also a fairly simple process. Remove the nails that are holding the damaged shingles in place and pull them out. Then insert new shingles and hammer them in where the old ones were. It is best to use galvanized roofing nails because they will last the longest. Then you will need to cover the back edge of the shingle and nail heads with roofing cement in order to avoid water leaks. By following these easy steps, you can take care of these roof repairs on your own and save some money in the process.
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