Roofing
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Replacing Roof
Shingles
Level of difficulty: Moderate
Estimated time taken: 2 days - 1 week
Tools required:
- Hammer
- Chisel
- Broom
- Ladder
- Crow bar
- Shingle remover
Step 1: Order materials Step 2:Remove all shingles
- Start at the top of you roof and work down
- Usually the shingles can just be ripped off
- Sometimes you may need to pull out the nails if they will not rip off
Step 3:Remove all nails
- Use your preferred method to remove all of the nails. Some people use the back end of a hammer, some people use a shingle remover, some people use a shovel.
Step 4:Remove all felt
- This can be easily ripped off
Step 5:Remove all flashing
- Rip all flashing off using a hammer, a shingle remover, or your bare hands
Step 6:Remove all plywood
- Using a hammer and chisel, pry up the old plywood
- Careful to not fall in the hole!
Step 7: Install new plywood
- Cut plywood to size and install the same way the previous plywood was installed
Step 8: Install new flashing Step 9: Install new felt Step 10: Install new shingles
- Start from the bottom and work your way to the top ensuring shingles are snug and properly secured
Example video
Roof Maintenance
Level of difficulty: Moderate
Estimated time taken: 2 hours
Tools required:
- Ladder
Step 1: Inspect roof every fall and winter
- Check for damaged, missing, or curling shingles
- Check the gutters for shingle granules
- If you see green, it's moss or algae
Step 2: Remove all debris
- Excess debris on your roof can promote moss growth
Step 3: Keep gutters clean
- Having dirty gutters and clog them and cause water to build up and rot your roof
Step 4: Take note of near by branches and trees
- Ensure branches or trees pose no immediate danger to your roof
- Make sure branches are not growing into your roof
Step 5: Inspect inside of house for water marks and mold
Example video:
