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[23 Apr 2012 | No Comment | 32 views]
Leak Due to Missing Ice and Water Shield

The Reason the Homeowner Called Mr. Roof Repair:
A leak was discovered in the living room.
The Problems We Found:
We went up onto the roof to investigate the source of the leak.  While up there we took a look at where was supposed to be an ice and water shield but discovered that only roofing paper had been installed along the starter shingles.
A gap was found in the brick that meets the siding on the outside wall just below the soffit.  It was approximately 1.5” in width and it exposed some wood …

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[17 Apr 2012 | No Comment | 24 views]
Permanent Chimney Repair and Low Slope Section Recovery

Why The Homeowner Called Mr. Roof Repair
The chimney on the home required permanent repair as well as the low slope section needed upgrading on the transition section on the extension.
The Repair Work done:
The low slope area covers about an 8’ x 8’ surface area.  We removed all shingles in this area and cleaned the wood underneath.  We then installed an ice and water shield here and then installed new shingles.
Around the chimney area we removed one shingle and the old existing flashing.  An ice and water shield was then installed …

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[6 Jun 2011 | No Comment | 334 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 | 309 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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[30 May 2011 | No Comment | 267 views]
Roof Tune up with Minor Roof Repairs

Repair Summary:
There was a hole in a shingle due to animal damage from a raccoon or squirrel.
We removed the damaged shingle and sealed the area with chem caulking and replaced the shingle.
The damaged shingle was in a tie in area of the roof so to ensure extra protection in this area, we sealed the left and right of each shingle hip and ridge tab where the hole was under. There was no underlayment underneath so this additional sealing allows additional protection.
Did an overall roof tune up and in general roof …

Eaves Cleaning, Roof Assessments »

[26 May 2011 | No Comment | 513 views]
Drip Edge Installation

Problem: All around the perimeter of house there was an opening between the eaves troughs and the end of the shingles. This allowed animals to get in to the attic, the home or in to the soffit.

Solution: In order to prevent animal entry and animal damage a metal drip edge was installed around the entire perimeter.
This will completely block squirrels, bees nest, racoons, etc.
This repair with drip edge will last the homeowner can reroof and never have to change drip edge again.

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[25 May 2011 | No Comment | 347 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.

Closed Valley Repair, Roof Assessments »

[24 May 2011 | No Comment | 325 views]
Permanent Valley Repair

Problem : Leaking Valley
Solution: In order to repair the valley, we had to remov one shingle on either side of the 16 foot valley. We then installed a new ice and water shield on each side of the valley. We then used roof cement to seal both sides of the water proof membrane and then installed new shingles using roof cement and nails for a closed valley method.

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[23 May 2011 | No Comment | 498 views]
Leaking Roof Vents

Problem: There was a leaking vent and a couple of missing shingles.
Solution : We removed all broken pieces of shingles on the roof and installed new shingles using roof cement and nails. We sealed them with sealant so they don’t blow off again.
The vent was located to the right of the valley. Our roof repair specialist found out that water was crossing the valley and splashing into left side of vent. In order to repair it, we hed to remove the roof vent and reinstall it with roof cement – …

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[20 May 2011 | No Comment | 344 views]
Flat Roof Repair

Problem: Deteriorating flat roof that was leaking
Solution: In order to complete the repair we used a tar adhesive due to roof being wet and in snow so we cannot use vapour glue. We then sealed underneath where the roof was coming off from the insulation and sealed membrane itself. It will take a while to cure.
The roofers then sealed this area with 4 inch framing nails to keep it from coming loose while curing.
Perimeter of roof is peeling off the drip edge and entire perimeter is leaking in periodic spots.
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