Patch a mobile home roof with simple supplies.
Temperature fluctuations, harsh weather conditions and aging cause leaks in mobile home roofs. Brown stains on mobile home ceilings and walls often indicate roof leaks. Rusted and worn areas on roofs are also signs of leaks. Failure to repair roof leaks eventually causes permanent damage to walls, insulation, doors and flooring. Patch roof leaks promptly to prevent generating more damage and preserve the structural integrity of the home. Basic supplies are effective at patching mobile home roofs. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Access the roof using a sturdy ladder. Walk on the trusses or edge of the roof to prevent breaking a seam.
2. Scrape the damaged area using a flexible putty knife. Remove all dirt, flaking roof coating and grime from the area.
3. Adhere one-inch wide strips of butyl tape to the roof. Lay the tape strips in a square around the perimeter of the damaged area.
4. Lay a sheet of galvanized metal on the butyl tape. Place the metal so that it overlaps the hole by 3 inches on all four sides.
5. Drill a hole every inch along the perimeter of the metal patch. Make sure to drill through the butyl tape and existing roof metal as well.
6. Drill screws into the holes to secure the metal patch to the roof. Apply caulk to the edges of the metal patch and around the screws.
7. Allow the caulk to dry according to the manufacturer's directions. Use a paintbrush to apply roof coating over the four edges of the patch. Overlap the roof coating onto the metal roof.
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