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Title: Flat Roof Repair


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Flat Roof Repair
  • www.newviewroofing.com

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Reduce Your Problems
There are certain ways which might help you
reduce all the problems you are facing with your
flat roof. We, Flat Roof Repair Desoto TX use
premier acrylic roof coatings one of our
applications which can add life to your roof up
to 20 years or more and it will benefit all kind
of roof. These coatings will not only save your
time and cost in the future but will also make
your house sturdy in every weather condition.
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How to repair your flat roof?
  • Step 1 Use sharp utility knife to slice blister
    open down middle. Cut should penetrate to full
    depth of blistered layer
  • but should not reach sound roofing felt beneath
    it.
  • Step 2 Lift cut edges of blister. If there's
    water inside blister, press from edges in toward
    center to squeeze out water from between roofing
    layers. Soak up all the water you can with rags
    then prop edges up to let layers dry.
  • In cold weather or if layers are thoroughly
    saturated, use propane torch with flame-spreader
    nozzle to dry out felt (be sure to wear safety
    goggles). Carefully move flame back and forth
    over inside layers of blister. Roofing felt and
    tar are very flammable, so don't let layers get
    hot enough to burn or bubble.
  • Caution If there's water under a large area of
    the roof, the problem is more than a simple
    blister water may be running in from an
    adjoining pitched roof surface. In this case,
    it's best to call a professional roofer.
  • Step 3 Spread thick coating of roof cement on
    bottom edges of loose felt and firmly press down
    sides of blister.
  • Step 4 Close blister permanently with row of 6d
    galvanized roofing nails along each side of slit,
    then spread roof cement over entire blister,
    making sure nail heads are well covered.

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Issues With Flat Roofs
  • Alligatoring 
  • One of the surest signs that your flat roof needs
    replacement is a phenomenon called alligatoring.
    What happens is the asphalt used to build your
    flat roof has aged and lost its elasticity,
    causing it to crack and bubble and look something
    like the skin of an alligator. Unfortunately,
    this means that your asphalt flat roof has
    deteriorated past the point of no return, and
    will need replacement.

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Leaks and moisture 
  • Probably the most common problems with flat
    roofs, leaks and lingering moisture are issues
    that can be dealt with effectively, as long as
    you stay on top of them. Just like any roof, a
    flat roof will develop leaks, but since its
    flat, the water doesnt have anywhere to go but
    straight down. This means that moisture can seep
    into the roof itself and cause problems that may
    lead to mold and fungus. The best way to deal
    with this is to make sure that you have your roof
    inspected regularly, and maintenance every time
    you find an issue.

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Buckle in membrane 
  • Most asphalt flat roofs are constructed similarly
    to shingled roofs in that they are made up of a
    membrane soaked in asphalt, and then laid across
    the top of the building to make the roof unlike
    shingled roofs, however, the membrane on a flat
    roof is all one piece. This means that over time,
    as your house shifts and settles, so too will
    your roof. Excessive movement can cause buckles
    in that asphalt membrane, which signals the end
    of your flat roofs life. A roof that is buckling
    is not safe to live under, and can cause major
    problems down the line. Its a good idea to get
    it replaced as soon as possible.

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Pooling Water
  • Since your roof is flat, when it rains or snows,
    theres nowhere for that precipitation to go. As
    your home settles over time, the roof itself will
    shift a bit, meaning it might not be as level as
    it was when it was first installed. This may
    cause water to pool in divots and dips in your
    roof. While most materials are manufactured to
    hold up to water, you should drain these pools as
    soon as possible and check to make sure that
    water didnt seep into lower layers of the roof.
    If pooling is allowed to linger, its likely to
    deteriorate the exterior of your roof, shortening
    the lifetime of the flat roof.

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Crack In Roof
  • Flat roofs tend to have more pressure exerted on
    them, since they are flat instead of slanted.
    Sometimes this pressure can build up, and if the
    pressure and stress become excessive, it can
    cause your roof to crack. In the event that your
    roof does crack, you should call a professional
    immediately. In addition to exposing your home to
    precipitation, a crack in the roof is often a
    sign that your roof is structurally compromised,
    and its time for a new one.

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How can New view roofing Help?
  • The professionals at New View Roofing are trained
    to find any trouble areas that may harm your
    structure. These include trapped moisture, debris
    beneath the membrane, holes, splits, or
    blisters.  Our technicians will inspect all of
    the access points on your roof such as
    skylights to make sure they were properly
    installed and will not cause you any trouble.
  • When you are in need of flat roof repair in
    DeSoto, Texas, or the surrounding areas, you can
    count on the professionals at New View Roofing! 

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Contact US
  • More Information or On-Site Inspections
  • Texas  469-444-1072Ohio  440-429-0459Pennsylva
    nia  412-254-3083
  • Hours of Operation
  • Monday Saturday800am 700pm

Website
http//newviewroofing.com/flat-roof-repair-desoto-
tx/
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