This article is the first part of a series about how to put a temporary tarp on a leaking roof.
I need someone to put tarp on the roof.
Here are the steps on how to install a tarp on your roof without nails.
Believe it or not a suitable tarp can protect your home from the dangers of roof leaks for up to 90 days which should be more than enough time for a roofing contractor to come in and carry out permanent roof repairs.
Find the source of the leak.
Then fold the excess tarp under a few rotations for a tight clean fit.
I can provide the tarp and you will need a ladder to get up on roof.
It s even easier if you do it without nails.
I need a tarp put on half side of roof for temp water proofing until i get roof fixed.
This will prevent water and debris from entering the damaged area.
Came in as clean up man for a friend who had a big restoration company tarp a roof and they charged 1 000.
If you don t have one i can provide.
The utarpit tarp is a self adhesive water mitigation product.
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Let the rest of the tarp hang off the lower border of the roof that overhangs the wall known as the eave.
Never lay the tarp out during a storm.
Installing tarp on a roof without nails.
Lay the tarp across the roof so that at least 4 feet 1 2 m lies on the sloped part of your roof on each side known as the peak.
Installing a tarp on your roof is easier than you think.
You need to know first which spot on the roof needs tarping up.
Done hundreds of insurance jobs but never put a tarp on a roof after a storm.
Secure the tarp s remaining sides with additional 2 x 4 boards using your screw gun and screws.
Screw the 2 by 4 directly into the roof to secure it.
Lay the tarp out flat over the roof.
Had a home owner put a tarp on his own roof and the adjuster had me take pics and write the claim.
When ones roof is damaged it is only natural to want to stop any water from getting inside which also happens to be one of your insurance company s primary concerns.
Put a tarp on it.
The 2 by 4 should be about 2 feet longer than the tarp width.
Fully secure your roof tarp to prevent flapping.
To begin securing the tarp screw through the rolled 2 x 4 boards with your screw gun.
It eliminates the need for hammers wood stripes nails bricks and sandbags when trying to cover the damaged roof area.
While it may take weeks or even months to get a roofer out to repair the damage a tarp can be put in place pretty quickly.