Sometimes you will need to remove old flaunching and reset a chimney pot if the flaunching on its base has become worn or if the pot itself is loose or…
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Chimney flashing prevents water leaks from seeping through the roof and creating water damage in the roof and down into the ceiling. If you discover that you have water leaks…
Chimneys and stacks have only one function: dispersing flue gas into the atmosphere. In the process of fulfilling that function, they are exposed to harsh environments, both inside and outside.…
Whenever it’s practical to replace damaged roof flashing, do so. In an emergency or when replacement is too difficult or expensive, use a patch and inspect it annually. Typically, you…
Tile roofing distinguishes your home with a classic style. Unfortunately, various problems can arise with a tile roof that you may need to address and repair to prevent damage to…
Flat roofs are built up of layers of roofing felt and tar. Leaks usually occur at low spots or where the roofing felt has been damaged. In most cases, the…
In older properties, ridge tiles often become loose because of crumbling and breakdown in the old lime mortar. Cracked or crumbling mortar should be carefully removed with a hammer and…
Slate roofing is considered a high-quality, durable, and aesthetically pleasing material which receives considerable focus in both the sale of properties and in the evaluation of building condition. Like many…
Replacement of roof tiles that have cracked, broken or disappeared is important to prevent roof leaks an ceiling damage once rain and wind appear. Fixing the problem quickly by yourself…
When slate tiles are damaged there are normally remnants of the tile left behind including nails. As a result, the second step in replacing a missing or damaged slate tile…