The roof rafters broke what to do. Repair of the roof of a private house: from rafters to coating. Clay and sand-cement tiles

When repairing and replacing a roof, it is very important to follow the technology of work. Our master roofers have extensive experience and high qualifications in their field and do not make gross mistakes in their work.

The condition of the frame also has a huge impact on the cost of work when replacing a roof. If it persists, experts recommend laying metal tiles or profiled sheets that can hide the defects left after the old coating. But often a complete replacement of the truss system is required, which also requires tangible costs on the part of the client.

Roof replacement from slate to metal

In the event that the slate is replaced with a metal tile, a restructuring of the frame and battens is required. The fact is that the metal tile is laid on two rows of crates, while slate is only on one. The second grate provides the necessary ventilation and helps to better drain water from the lower sections of the metal sheets.

Replacing a roof with a metal tile is done very carefully, using a hammer and a crowbar. Often, the customer plans to reuse the removed sheets, so it is by no means possible to drop the slate on the ground.

Recycling is also possible in the case of such modern materials as metal tiles and corrugated board. They show themselves well when protecting small areas, so our Moscow specialists always carefully dismantle them.

Replacing the roof of a house begins with troubleshooting the truss system. If the master reveals areas damaged by bark beetle or rot, their subsequent cleaning and treatment with an antiseptic will be required. In particularly difficult areas, wooden rafters must be completely replaced.

The next stage is fastening the hydro-barrier to the rafters with the help of a construction stapler, stuffing the crate and installing the bars that secure the waterproofing. The counter-lattice is also fastened by craftsmen using proven technology.

When replacing the roof of an old house, the sheets of metal tiles are laid from right to left, according to the lock system. In this case, the lower edge of the sheet should protrude approximately 100 mm from the edge of the rafter legs. Excess sections of the metal sheet are cut off using an angle grinder.

Another common roofing material is corrugated board. It is lightweight, resistant to external influences, has greater durability and has an affordable price. The experience of our craftsmen shows that it is better to choose corrugated board with a thickness of 0.7-0.8 mm.

Many do not even try to repair the roof of their own house on their own, considering this occupation to be hopeless. They call craftsmen who change the old roof. However, today such repairs are quite expensive, and it is not always justified. Sometimes you can repair the roof yourself and save a lot of money, and you won’t have to worry about replacing the roof in the coming years.

The first step is to assess the condition of the roof. To do this, you will have to climb into the attic and inspect each element of the roof - rafters, waterproofing and the floor of the attic. Dampness causes the greatest harm to a tree, so you need to carefully look for mold or fungus. The presence of stains on wooden boards indicates that water is constantly getting there. It is advisable to inspect the roof during the rain, then you will not have to guess whether the roof is leaking or not, and it will also be possible to identify problem areas.

It does not interfere with inspecting the roof from the outside. Here you need to pay attention to the condition of the ridge, cornice, downpipe, ventilation channels, waterproofing layer, places where the roof adjoins pipes, etc. When inspecting, you need to pay attention to every centimeter of the roof. If moss began to grow on it, then you need to get rid of it immediately. You also need to pay attention to the presence of various defects.

After assessing the condition of the roof, it will be possible to decide on further actions. If the damage is global, then it is advisable to involve the masters. Otherwise, you can do the repair work yourself.

Top Causes of a Roof Leak

Before proceeding to the description of the repair work, I would like to say a few words about what most often causes a roof leak. First of all, this is a violation of its integrity. In this case, the repair comes down to replacing the damaged area. Also, leaks can be caused by leaky joints between the roof and pipes, parapets or antennas. Sometimes the roof starts to leak due to the failure of the drainage system.

We repair the roof ourselves

The main element of the roof is the truss system - it is a support for the roof. She takes almost all the burden. Therefore, the rafters must be systematically inspected and, if necessary, repaired.

First of all, you need to get to the rafter support itself, which is covered with a crate, insulation, roofing and sheathing. Then assess the condition of the rafter support: if it is completely rotten, then the damaged area is cut out. After that, a bar prosthesis is installed, which should exceed the length of the rotten part of the support by at least 2 times. On the edges of the bar prosthesis, it is necessary to install overlays. It is necessary to fasten the prosthesis to the support using nails, the length of which is 10-15 cm. During the work, temporary racks should be installed under the rafter support, which are removed at the end of the repair.

If the rafter support is slightly rotten, then it is enough to treat the affected area with special means and strengthen it on both sides with boards. It is advisable to use boards with an average thickness of 4 cm and a length of 1 m. It is often not the rafter itself that is damaged, but the crate. In this case, you need to replace the damaged crate or strengthen it.

Damaged thermal or waterproofing

If the waterproofing layer is damaged, moisture enters the thermal insulation and damages it. Getting to the thermal insulation layer is not so easy. It is located between the waterproofing membrane laid under the roofing material and the vapor barrier. Accordingly, the replacement of thermal insulation is a rather laborious process.

It is necessary to remove the inner lining and vapor barrier. In this case, do not rush to remove the heat-insulating material. If it is dry, it means that moisture did not have time to get to it. Therefore, he fully performs the functions assigned to him. Those plates that moisture has managed to get to need to be replaced with new ones. In this case, the heat-insulating material is laid between the rafters in a slightly compressed state.

Next, you need to assess the condition of the waterproofing layer. It should not have any defects. If there are any, then the waterproofing membrane will have to be changed. Lay the material in such a way that it goes around the rafter supports. It is advisable to attach the waterproofing to the rafters with staples.

Repair of roofing materials

Many people use metal tiles when arranging a roof. This roofing material must be replaced if it is rusted or has defects. The metal tile is subject to partial repair, in addition, the manufacturer gives a guarantee for its products.

If a steel seam roof is used as a roofing material, then the need for repair is indicated by the presence of large gaps and the appearance of defects. Also, this material can rot. You can get rid of large gaps with silicone sealant. In case of significant damage, patches will have to be applied.

Clay and sand-cement tiles, as well as slate, are subject to partial replacement. At the same time, it is necessary to observe the technology of laying these roofing materials.

If the integrity of the shingles is broken, then patches will have to be applied. This is one of the most whimsical roofing materials, so when repairing, you should think about changing it to a less whimsical metal tile.

And finally, a small video of roof repair from the masters of their craft))

Sooner or later, no matter what materials were used to create the roof, it begins to collapse. Leaks form, materials deteriorate, the appearance deteriorates, and the owner of the building has to urgently take measures to repair or completely replace the roofing. Roof repair is easy to do with your own hands, if you know the main stages of work and the materials that are used for this.

Roof inspection

Owners of private buildings rarely make scheduled repairs to the roof of the house, only when this can no longer be avoided. And in vain, since minor defects are easier to eliminate until they have grown to serious proportions. After all, if at least once a year an inspection and scheduled repair of the roof of a private house is carried out, then major repairs may not be needed soon. Such prevention will not require large financial investments, but will help save the owner from unplanned expenses and force majeure.

Serious mechanical damage

All types of repairs can be divided into four categories according to the degree of complexity.:

small;
capital;
planned;
complete reconstruction.

Sloped roofs are less likely to require repairs than flat roofs due to their advantageous design. (Repair of flat roofs is described in detail in the article of the same name). Melt or rain water does not linger on roofs with a slope, therefore, if it usually leaks, it is due to technological shortcomings during its construction or due to the statute of limitations of construction.

Coating Inspection

Preventive inspection is very important, so even if the ceilings in the house are dry, regular inspection of the house truss system is necessary. Such inspections are traditionally held four times a year. In the spring, the roof is inspected for winter damage, in the summer for debris removal, in the fall for problems ahead of the long winter period, and in winter for snow removal. Sloped roofs do not need to be inspected as often as flat roofs and can be checked twice a year.

Based on the results of the inspection of the top of the roof and its wooden frame, a repair plan is drawn up with a calculation of the necessary materials.

Roof wear

When examining a sloping roof, attention should be paid to:

Search for mechanical damage.
Detection of corrosion, fungal and putrefactive lesions of wooden rafters.
Determination of the temperature of parts of the structure.
Assessing the moisture content of a wooden frame.
Determining the condition of the roofing from a technical point of view.

Roof maintenance

In addition to scheduled inspections, measures should be taken to clean the roof from snow masses in winter, as well as to remove pollution and preventive maintenance with your own hands. Care must be taken when cleaning a sloped roof in winter.

When removing snow, metal tools should not be used to avoid mechanical damage to the roof surface.

The application of dents or scratches can lead to further development of corrosive processes. For such activities, it is safer to use wooden shovels, as well as plastic panicles or scoops. Plywood boards can be used to clean large surfaces.

Clearing a sloping roof from snow

In the warm season, roofs are cleaned of dirt and leaves with their own hands, examined for signs of animal claws.

While on the roof in winter, do not get too close to the edge. Installation and repair of the roof of an inclined type should be carried out in compliance with safety rules.. It is recommended to use safety belts and move only on special paths.

Minor Defects

The result of violation of the integrity of the structure

Dampness or slight ingress of moisture can contribute to the occurrence of fungal or putrefactive lesions of the wooden frame of the truss system. This is a rather serious problem, because such a roof may require large material costs for repairs and a serious amount of work. Such lesions spread very quickly and can completely capture the entire structure, therefore, if rot is detected, a complete removal of the affected wooden element is required and replaced with a treated new one. After the repair of the building frame is completed, you can, if necessary, repair the roof covering.

Slate roof damage is usually repaired on site.. Asbestos cement sheets that cannot be repaired are replaced, and those that are still intact enough are repaired using patches and glue. Repair of tile or other piece materials takes place in a radical way - with the replacement of damaged elements with new ones.

Slate roof reconstruction

Minor repairs to the roof of a private house include, in addition to fixing leaks, its painting and cleaning.. Some types of roofs, such as galvanized roofs, have a fairly long service life, so they need periodic cleaning and painting to prevent corrosion. Before painting, the corroded surface is cleaned of rust with a special composition. The frequency of painting such a roof is once every 3-4 years.

Minor tiled roof repairs

Rafter system repair

Strengthening damaged elements

On the rafters of a wooden frame lies the entire weight of the roof, it is they who take on not only the weight of the roofing material, but also precipitation (rainwater flows, snow masses), as well as gusts of wind. If a routine inspection revealed damage to the rafters, then you should not waste time. A broken rafter may not withstand the load and collapse along with the entire roof.. The need for a major overhaul of the truss system arises only if half of its entire area is damaged by rot. Most often, damaged elements are replaced.

Repair of the rafter system in case of damage to the rafter leg in stages:

If a rafter break occurs, then a jack is installed on a previously prepared board, with which the parts are leveled and connected.
The damaged place is well cleaned and strengthened with meter boards on both sides, their thickness should be at least 3 cm.
The fastening of the overlays to the rafters takes place with long nails.
Holes are made with a diameter of 16 mm for mounting bolts (4 on each side).
Bolts are inserted and tightened.

Strengthening the rafters with overlays

With a large area of damage, bar prostheses are used. Replacement of the affected areas occurs as follows:

At the site of damage, the sheathing, insulating materials and roofing are removed. Then the crate is disassembled.
The rafters are supported by temporary racks, which are removed at the end of the work.
Remove rotten parts of the structure.
The prosthesis is put on the rafter leg, it should be 2-2.5 times longer than the affected part of the board.
The reliability of work is checked, after which the racks are removed.

Strengthening the rafters with a prosthesis

In a similar way, parts of the Mauerlat that have undergone a rotting process are replaced.

Sometimes it happens that the rafters are intact, but the crate is damaged, and is no longer able to bear the weight of the roof. Because of this, the roof can sag and crack. In this case, reinforcement or complete replacement of the crate is done.. In this case, the timber is placed between the rafters, and the boards are stuffed in the transverse direction.

Roof reconstruction

Usually, do-it-yourself roof reconstruction is resorted to when there is a need to equip an additional habitable room in the attic space.

This is a rather serious manipulation, requiring a complete change in the entire truss system. At the same time, not only the external decorative appearance and roofing material changes, but also all systems of hydro, heat and sound insulation.

First, the roofing is removed, then the entire truss system is dismantled.

If at the same time it is planned to install a roof with an attic room, then the choice of the type of roof will be made between the hip and half hip roofs, which are more suitable for this option and allow you to get the maximum space.

Inclined roofs are recommended to be installed with your own hands using a profiled sheet and an angle of inclination up to 50 degrees. In winter, during heavy snowfalls, snow masses will not linger on such a surface, which will significantly reduce the load on the truss system. In this case, during the construction of the roof, it is possible to use wooden material for rafter legs of a smaller section.

To ensure reliable protection of the house from bad weather and cold, you can use high-quality roofing. However, no matter how well the work is done, as the roof is used, defects may occur in the roofing material that can provoke the destruction of the truss structures. In this article, we will tell you how to repair the roof of the roof of a private house, as well as what are the features of working with various roofing materials.

Assessment of the degree of damage to the roof

Before you start repairing the roof of a private house, you should inspect the attic with truss structures. At this stage, it is important to identify areas where the tree has begun to collapse. After that, a diagnosis of the roofing is carried out in order to understand in what condition it is. Particular attention should be paid to the areas where the roof is adjacent to the eaves, valleys, ridge and other details of the roof.

Based on the results obtained, you should decide on the type of repair:

current;
emergency;
capital.

If the total area of the deformed sections of the roof does not exceed 40% of the total surface, current repairs will be required, that is, the replacement of individual fragments of the roofing. Emergency repair involves the immediate adoption of measures to eliminate defects where leaks have begun or are about to begin. In the event of a major overhaul, you will have to completely remove the old coating and replace it with a new one. At the same time, the scale of work will cover more than 40% of the roof surface.

If during the rain the roof of a private house began to leak, it means that there is damage in the roofing material. We can talk about the loss of tightness of the joints or defects in the flooring in cases where the leak begins immediately during rain or immediately after it. In this case, the leakage always occurs in the same place.

If traces of leakage do not appear immediately, but only some time after the rain, then there are probably microcracks in the flooring. In this case, it is desirable to carry out major repairs and replacement of the roof.

Work with the truss system of a private house

In cases where, in parallel with defects in the roofing of the roof, damage to the rafters is found, the frame structure will have to be strengthened.

The current repair of the rafters of the roof of the house with your own hands involves the removal of areas of wood on which a layer of rot or mold is found. To do this, you can slightly trim it or remove the defective area, replacing it with a new one. Major repairs may be required only when more than 50% of the total number of rafters have rotted.

The roof sheathing should be especially carefully examined. All damaged elements should be removed and new rails filled. In cases where a major overhaul of the roof is required, the lathing can be re-laid with a change in pitch, taking into account the new roofing material.

To ensure the long-term operation of wooden roof structures, they must be treated with an antiseptic composition.

If the wooden structures of the roof are in perfect order, then the repair of the roof of a wooden house will consist only in replacing individual sections of the roofing, or laying a new flooring.

Asbestos-cement slate roof restoration

As a rule, the repair of the slate roof of a private house can be done independently. Light tapping in strong winds may mean that the slate nails are partially out of the batten. You can fix the problem by replacing the nails with self-tapping screws with a wide hat and a sealing gasket.

Since used slate is fragile enough not to be damaged when old nails are removed, a block of wood should be placed under the nail puller. It will evenly distribute the load.

To fill small cracks in the slate, you can use materials based on silicone.

The repair is done like this:

a thick layer of sealant is launched into the crack;
a layer of self-adhesive aluminum foil is mounted on top;
as soon as the sealant is completely dry, the work area is painted with a special roofing paint.

If problems occur in the corner pieces of the roof, they will need to be removed. A self-adhesive aluminum tape is mounted at the bottom of the elements, the defect is filled with epoxy glue, left to dry completely.

If the old slate sheet is unsuitable for further use, it is completely replaced. At the same time, fasteners are removed from the defective sheet, as well as from neighboring ones. After laying a fresh sheet of slate, the fasteners are reinstalled.

Working with metal flooring

Materials such as corrugated board, seam roofing, and metal tiles are highly susceptible to corrosion. When operating a roof made of such materials, special attention should be paid to the condition of their protective polymer coating. Galvanized metal is recommended to be painted with weather-resistant paint once every few years, and to eliminate scratches on polymer coatings, you will need a special repair compound.

Repair of the roof of a private house made of sheet metal is carried out as follows:

In places where the paintwork is damaged, dust and old paint are first removed, primed and repainted.
Cracks and gaps are repaired by pouring silicone-based sealant.
Large defective areas can be repaired by laying steel sheets.
In case of significant damage, the metal flooring is completely changed.

Tighten the fasteners will be required if the roof begins to rattle in strong winds. Rusty traces that have appeared on the roofing require treatment with an anti-corrosion compound, after which re-sealing and painting of fasteners will be required.

Repair of a roof made of cement-sand or ceramic tiles

Laying piece roofing materials, such as cement-sand or ceramic tiles, involves the use of a special mortar. In the event of the beginning of the destruction of such an adhesive material, the tightness of the roof in a private house may be broken. To repair the roof, in this case, you will need to make a fresh mortar, consisting of 2 parts of sand and 1 part of lime with tow. This solution fills all the gaps between the individual elements of the roof, after removing the old composition.

If individual sections of the tile are not subject to further use, they will have to be replaced.

Do it this way:

neighboring elements located above are lifted with wooden wedges;
the edge of the defective tile is picked up with a trowel and pulled out.

In cases where not only the tile is damaged, but also the waterproofing layer under it, it is necessary to completely remove the roof section in order to carry out repairs. A fresh piece of material is applied to a layer of roofing material with a defect, gluing it with bituminous mastic and carefully processing the edges. After that, the tiles are laid back.

Restoration and replacement of a soft roof

When working with flexible bituminous tiles, as a rule, it is only necessary to re-coat the joints with bituminous mastic in order to restore tightness.

Replacement of a separate section of shingles may be required only if it has received mechanical damage. To do this, first remove the roofing nails. Next, gently lift the shingle with a spatula, separating it from the base and neighboring elements. The installation site is re-coated with a layer of bituminous mastic. The same sealant is applied to the underside of shingles that have been moved. A fresh piece of material must be pressed tightly against the roof.

Please note that a complete replacement of the roof of the house, or its current repair, should be carried out in the warm season, but not too hot. The optimal periods are autumn and spring, when dry weather sets in. Under such conditions, roofing materials will not lose their basic qualities, and all paint and varnish and repair compounds will receive an optimal drying environment. In this way, maximum material reliability can be achieved.

Before starting repair work, the roof surface should be cleaned of dirt and debris. Places where repair work will be carried out should be treated with special substances that improve adhesion.

When performing preventive roof repairs, special attention should be paid to problem areas, such as chimneys, ventilation ducts, hatches and antenna junctions. In these areas, it is recommended to update the waterproofing layer. For this, roofing glue or heated resin is used.

If preventive repair work is carried out on time and in full, in the future you will be spared from any problems associated with defects in the waterproofing layer of the roof, as well as premature destruction of frame structures.

Often, roof repairs can be done on their own.

Since the creation of the first dwelling by man, much has changed, but one thing remains the same: every house needs a roof! In the course of evolution, a wide variety of roofing coverings appeared, as they say, for every taste and budget. But nothing lasts forever under the moon, and any element of the house fails over time. When the roof as a whole or its individual components are somewhat worn out, there is no need to perform a complete replacement. A more convenient and budgetary way is do-it-yourself roof repair. It is erroneously considered that the repair work of the roof of a private house is an event that only experienced specialists can do. In fact, knowing the secrets and rules, you can do this work yourself.

Assessment of the situation and preparation for repair

The roof of a private house performs, first of all, a safe function, providing not only the comfort of living, warmth and coziness for all households, but also preventing damage to property. Therefore, if the roof is leaky, and the owners are in no hurry to repair, the consequences can be catastrophic.

Lack of inspection and repair can even lead to collapse.

Before proceeding with the repair work, it is necessary to assess the situation and inspect the roof, including the attic. How to do it? Each private house has an attic or attic, it is there that you should start analyzing the situation. Having climbed into the attic, the problems are visible to the naked eye: the degree of wear of the truss system, its integrity, the presence of unpleasant smells of dampness and mustiness, and also mold spots or fungus. Wet spots on the ceiling or walls in living rooms can often indicate a violation of the functionality of the roof of the house.

For example, a leak can lead to an increase in humidity in the attic and the development of mold.

Advice! It is most convenient to inspect the integrity of the roof, including the attic, during heavy rain. In this way, the places of leaks are clearly determined and it is easier to understand the causes.

When the assessment of the condition is made inside the house, it is necessary to check the integrity of the roof from the outside. What to pay attention to?

It is also important to check the integrity of the coating itself.

After a thorough inspection of all the individual components of the roof of a private house, it is important to pay attention to checking the ventilation system and waterproofing. To avoid global problems and costly repairs, it is worth conducting a routine inspection of the roof of a private house every year, the ideal time is the beginning of spring. Why is the repair of the roof of roofs relevant and should every owner of a private house know the nuances? There are several common issues that can lead to broken functionality and integrity:

The downside of old roofs is that outdated materials were used to create them.

Having studied the problem in detail and assessing the situation, you can do the current repair of the roofing with your own hands, without involving specialists.

Therapy of truss systems

The rafter system is the roofing basis of a private house. The main material for its construction, as a rule, is wood. Despite the treatment of the wooden surface with all kinds of antiseptics, the reliability of the truss system may decrease. In addition to the violation of waterproofing, various atmospheric loads negatively affect such a foundation: the severity of snow, torrents of rain, gusty winds. If damage to the rafters is detected, then it is impossible to delay the repair for a minute.

Even such a defect can lead to sad consequences.

Where to begin? First of all, in the places of damage, the skin and insulation are removed, the roofing is removed, and the crate is partially disassembled. If a center of rotting of the rafter support is detected as a result of damaged waterproofing, the site of the lesion is carefully cleaned. On both sides, at the site of the defeat of the support, boards 8-10 centimeters wide are knocked out. In the case when the center of decay extends to the very middle of the beam, reconstruction is performed. To do this, it is necessary to make a “prosthesis”: the rotten part of the support is cut out, and a replacement bar is installed in its place, its length exceeds 2 times the size of the rotten piece of the beam. The structure is reinforced on both sides with overlays and long nails.

Important! Mandatory point: all affected areas, even carefully cleaned ones, must be treated with an antiseptic.

In addition to the failure of the supporting rafters, a damaged crate can violate the integrity of the roof. Everyone can also handle its repair by doing the work with their own hands. To do this, all cracks or deflections are replaced with new ones or strengthened. To strengthen the crate, it is enough to lay a beam between the rafters, and fill the boards in the transverse direction.

Restoration of the waterproofing layer

One of the highlights is a layer of heat and waterproofing. In the event that it gets wet, the level of protection may decrease. To identify and fix the problem, you need to understand the structural features of the roofing pie:

If there was a violation of the waterproofing, and there were heat losses, the work to be done is not easy, but it is quite possible to do it yourself. First of all, the casing is removed, the vapor barrier layer is checked for moisture. If the vapor barrier is still wet, it is removed and a new one is installed in its place. Then the waterproofing layer is checked for integrity. If the film is damaged, it is replaced.

Important! The waterproofing film should go around the rafters. To do this, it is fixed with special staples or nails.

Next is the laying of insulation boards. It is necessary to cut it not end-to-end, but making a margin of 1 centimeter in order to cover the inter-rafter distance as much as possible. After the insulation is installed in place, vapor barrier is performed. As you can see, do-it-yourself repairs and restoration of roof waterproofing are essentially a simple, but multi-stage process. Withstanding the technology and the sequence of steps, even beginners can do the event. Installation of vapor and thermal insulation of the roof https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vB0n1FXAP-U

Recipe for repair

Due to the fact that today there is a whole firework of roof types, each material has its own problem areas and repair recipes.

Metal tile. Such a roof has the following problems:

corrosion and rust;
damage to the top layer of paint;
deflections and deformation.

Roof from a metal tile.

Elimination of such problems is possible with your own hands. To do this, just unscrew the screws and replace the old sheet with a new one. Proper installation of metal tiles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp5O0W3ADSo

Seam roof made of steel:

rotting of the upper layers;
damage to the paintwork;
the appearance of gaps.

Steel seam roof.

Gaps can be eliminated with sealants. The integrity of the coating can be restored by covering the sheets again with paint, but first cleaning and disinfecting the lesions. Seam roof repair https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6PKB9jdSEI

Slate. There can be several problems with a slate roof, but the most common is the appearance of cracks. To seal the flaws of a slate roof, you can use the following “therapy”:

pour a dense layer of adhesive mass;
glue with epoxy glue;
seal with duct tape.

Slate is a fairly outdated material and has recently become less and less popular.

There are often moments when the slabs on the slate roof begin to tap. In this case, a violation of the fastening is possible, and the elements should be re-fixed with self-tapping screws. The slate roof has many advantages, so its popularity does not decrease. It must be remembered that the sheets are quite fragile and when working with a slate roof, accuracy and caution are needed. Minor repair of a slate roof https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ria_1eVfvk

Bituminous tiles. Such soft roofing has several potential problems during operation:

shedding of granulate;
the appearance of cracks;
deformation.

Bituminous tiles are quite popular in private homes.

Problems can arise due to incorrect installation, improper maintenance and uneven application of the granulate. Small cracks can be sealed, as on a slate roof. If the cracks are large or there are many, it is necessary to replace the elements. Bituminous roof repair with rubber paint https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKlvwk4hBOM The secret of success is simple: all preventive and repair work must be done in a timely manner. A reliable roof is always the coziness and comfort of living in a family nest. Given the fact that the process is quite simple, you can do the work yourself by doing the current repairs of any, including the attic roof. For a quality result, it is important to know the secrets and structural features of the roof and the nuances of working with one or another type of roofing material.