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[28 Oct 2011 | No Comment | 194 views]
Permanent Valley Repair

Mr Roof Repair was called to repair a leaking valley. Valley was leaking because no waterproof membrane was installed so we removed the shingles, installed the membrane and reinstalled the shingles. We also performed a roof tune up and repaired a leaking roof vent.

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[1 Aug 2011 | No Comment | 351 views]
Animal Damage Roof Repair

Squirrels were getting into a 3 inch pipe flashing  causing animal damage – it was a thin rubber like flashing.
There are two pipes in the same area – the other pipe was a plastic material so they were not to able get in that one.
Mr Roof Repair removed the pipe flashing and installed a new pipe flashing with chem caulking and nails. We also sealed the second pipe flashing that was in this same area as additional protection. There is a 3rd pipe flashing on other side of the home …

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[18 Jul 2011 | No Comment | 209 views]
Animal Damage to Roof Around Chimney

Roof has visible signs of animal damage – looks like a raccoon tried to get into the roof and tore off shingles causing a water leak. We removed the broken shingles and roof cemented the entire area, then installed new shingles.
We also resealed the chimney flashing as sealant was starting to wear out which happens over time. Also resealed a bathroom exhaust vent.

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[28 Jun 2011 | No Comment | 241 views]
Fascia Repair

Repair Summary:
Homeowner had a few pieces of aluminum fascia that had blown off the side of the house. We reattached one piece and replaced two other pieces. Double nailed the fascia every foot and a half to two feet.
On the opposite side (east side on same A Frame part) the existing fascia was re nailed in order to ensure it does not come loose. No other roof repairs were needed.

Eaves Cleaning, Headline, Roof Assessments »

[20 Jun 2011 | No Comment | 202 views]
Gutter Filter Installation

Our Roof Repair Specialist removed a small amount of debris from the eaves troughs, then installed 24 ft of gutter filter in front of home in three different sections.
Gutter filters are installed so that you no longer have to clean your eaves trough and to prevent the gutters getting clogged.

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[13 Jun 2011 | No Comment | 251 views]
Wind Damage to Shingles Etobicoke

Repair Summary:
The home has missing shingles due to wind damage. We let homeowner know he has a specialty shingle – a mix between 3 tab and laminate shingle.
Our Roof Repair Specialist offered to cover area with deck armour and come back with correct shingles.
Homeowner said he will be redoing roof soon and requested that the shingles be replaced with any type he had.
We installed brown 3 tab shingles in missing areas.
We also fixed the area below where the shingles were coming loose – re secured shingles in this area.

Eaves Cleaning, Headline, Roof Assessments »

[8 Jun 2011 | No Comment | 396 views]
Eaves trough and Downspout Repair

Problem: There are three soffit panels – two of which had blown off and one was hanging. The downspout problem that was overflowing in the corner was caused by a clogged downspout.
Solution: We re attached the soffit panels. Then sealed them with chem caulking so wind will not catch them again.
The seals are good in the corner and on the downspout. We then unclogged the downspout.
Our Roof Repair Specialist recommend that eaves be cleaned around entire house and a gutter filter installed.

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[6 Jun 2011 | No Comment | 257 views]
Exhaust Vent and Pipe Removal

Repair Summary:
Homeowner had an exhaust pipe that was disconnected on the interior. Our roof repair contractor removed the old exhaust pipe and will dispose of this.
We replaced with wood and installed ice and water shield and new shingles in this area. We used roof cement and nails where the new shingles meet the old shingles to ensure the area is water tight.

Chimney Leak, Headline, Roof Assessments, roof damage »

[30 May 2011 | No Comment | 235 views]
Flat Roof Repairs and Proper Vent Installation

Problem: Water was draining from downspout too close to the house.  The opening at the top of the chimney was exposed, and there was cracking in the flashing around the chimney. Bathroom and attic vents were leaking.  Flat roof was also leaking.
Solutions:  In order to deal with the water draining too close to the house, our roof specialist extended the downspout approximately 4-5 feet so water drains further from the house.  We did the same thing with another downspout at the back of the house.
Chimney Leaks – In order to …

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[25 May 2011 | No Comment | 280 views]
Animal Damage to Roof Vent

Problem: A raccoon had managed to get on the roof and lift the vent and the shingles on one side, as well as the top of the vent which created a slight roof leak.
Solution: We had to remove the shingles in the surrounding area and we reinstalled the roof vent and then replaced the shingles in the area.