Hole In Roof Temporary Repair

For temporary coverage our favorite is the ubiquitous blue tarp.

Hole in roof temporary repair.

One of the fastest and least expensive ways you can make a temporary emergency roof repair is to cover the involved area with a plastic tarp. Pull the tarp tightly down onto the roof and smooth it out. A hole in the roof invites disaster from water damage on drywall and flooring to animal infestation. There are a variety of materials you can use.

A hole in a metal roof system can be caused by any number of sources the hole may be from deterioration and rust or it may be from something falling onto the roof surface such as a large branch. Repairing a roof should be a top priority for any homeowner. The first step in the repair of any metal roofing material will involve cleaning the surface. Repairing a roof leak from the inside is a temporary fix only.

And exposed misplaced roofing repair nails should be pulled and the holes patched. Temporary patch jobs are only effective until the rain starts. Make sure you get one that is large enough to cover the entire affected area and one that is meant to be used outdoors. You might find holes left over from a satellite dish or antenna mounting brackets or just about anything.

Covering the roof is the short term goal. You can sometimes repair this problem for a short while gluing the shingle down with a bituminous roof sealant in a caulk tube but it s not a permanent solution. These tarps are very tough and the grommet holes along the edge allow for tie downs to secure the tarp in place. Walk carefully on the ceiling joists in the attic or use a sheet of plywood to walk on so you will not accidentally put a hole in the ceiling panel.

The trick is securing it in place. Make the final repair as soon as weather permits. You ll then weigh it down with a brick for at least 24 hours.