Should You DIY Roof Repair Your London Ontario Residential Roof?

Roofing is an interesting activity for many London Ontario homeowners despite never spending enough time above their roof to perform any inspections. Many find the confidence to perform DIY roof repair with this curiosity. While you may expect many to fail and give up, many continue to push their activities and learn a new industrial skill.

However, it doesn't hurt to ask if your DIY skills is on par with London Ontario's finest roofing contractor in terms of workmanship and results. The difference is stellar as most veteran roofers have spent years of experience on a roof. But still, if you plan to perform DIY roof repair procedures, Roof Revivers has an excellent article showing you just how to begin.

HOW TO QUICKLY FIX YOUR LEAKY ROOF TO MAKE IT LIKE NEW AGAIN

The words “roof leak” are ones that no home owner wants to hear. Will you have to replace the whole roof? Call a professional? Can you do any of it yourself?

If you have water stains that run down walls or go across the ceilings of your house, the most likely cause is a leaking roof. Even if you are planning on getting a new roof soon or the leak is minor, it’s still a good idea to fix a leaky roof immediately. Small leaks can become big problems in a short amount of time leading to ruined insulation, rotted wood framing, black mold and damaged drywall on walls and ceilings.

Believe it or not, tracking down the source of the leak is sometimes harder than the repair itself. Water tends to travel and often the damage may take place far from the source, making the initial cause of the roof leak hard to trace. Be prepared to do some work before actually tackling the problem.

HOW TO FIND A ROOF LEAK

Finding a Leak From Inside Your Home

When you’re trying to track down a leak, the first place to start is the attic. While it may seem counter-intuitive to start at the inside of your house, the lack of shingleswoman pointing to leak can make actually make it easier to spot any problems. Use a flashlight to examine the underside of the roof. Check for any signs of light coming through the plywood to find any holes. Also see if there are any areas on the underside that are darker than others. If it hasn’t rained or snowed lately, these dark areas may not be easy to spot. If you notice areas of black mold, however, it’s likely that this is where your roof has a leak. Mold thrives on moisture. (Read full post)

DIY roof repair is excellent for London Ontario homeowners because it saves them money in the process. Roof repairs aren't the most affordable. You're spending for both roofing materials and labor. In theory, DIY roof repair can cut your overall costs in half, which makes it a greatly-appealing skill to have.

Here are the common expenditures that roofing costs entail according to Roofing Calculator. It is the primary reason why many homeowners intend to perform DIY repair themselves rather than use a professional.

Roof Repair Cost: Minor & Major Repairs 2019

To repair a roof or not, that is the question. Actually, the question is based on whether the cost is worth doing it now, or waiting a while. In which case, it is more like a gamble. And a wager that each home owner makes virtually every day. Yet, when an obvious problem comes up, such as water trickling overhead, into your living space, the decision is easy: fix the leak!

Our goal with this guide is to make sure you are better equipped for managing what really is an ongoing wager between your roof and the elements outside, along with the factor of time. Both are in essence sabotaging all the good will, value and lifespan of your roof.

Do nothing between now and the next time your roof needs to be replaced and the odds are against you. Sure you might get lucky, but you have ample opportunity to make your own luck. To be smart with the wager. To keep little problems as little and manage bigger problems with effectiveness. (Read Full Post)

Is it really as easy as some contractors and DIY roofers claim roof repair to be on your own? If you have patience and a passion for roofing it definitely is. However, if you're looking for an affordable solution, it is important to know you'll be sacrificing time to save money. You'll spend weekends in DIY roof repair procedures. In fact, you may repeat some procedures simply because of small errors leading to big impacts to your roof's lifespan and durability.

Home Advisor has an excellent and insightful post on the dangers of DIY roofing. This is not meant to discourage you from exploring your DIY options, but it pays to have a full picture of both the benefits and risks of DIY roof repair.

DIY Roof Repair: Dangers and The Truth

Let’s talk about unspoken dangers first. Roofers have something instinctual similar to what sailors call sea legs. Roofers have spent so much time on roofs that they just know how to walk around, even on a slick roof, and not only maneuver skillfully but also feel comfortable while doing so. This comes from years of experience on a roof.

The typical homeowner doesn’t spend any time on their roof, and even if you happen to be a rock climber or a skydiver and you are already comfortable with heights, traversing a roof is an entirely different animal. The moral of all this is that being on a roof, has an element of danger that is not often considered. Gusts of wind can come out of nowhere, and if you are carrying an OSB panel or something similar, you will likely find yourself on the ground and in pain.

Do-It-Yourself Roofing

After you have considered your ability and quelled your fear of being on a roof, you now need to consider the task at hand. Roofing is a lot like making a milkshake: there are not that many ingredients, and the chore itself seems simple, but to make a really good one, you need to know what you are doing. (Continued)

DIY roof repair is an endeavor that is difficult but greatly rewarding. If you have yet to find an excellent roofer to help you, you can count on Cub Roofing. We have been serving London Ontario's residential properties for more than 10 years. When it comes to superior roofing services and repairs, we're the company you can count on. Contact us today!

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