Metro Roof specialises in assisting the Western Cape with regular or emergency Roofing Repair Services. These services include roof leak repairs, damaged roof repairs and general roofing maintenance.
Fixing Roof Leaks
One of the main roofing repair services provided by our team includes fixing leaks, especially during the rainy season. Below are the most common causes of a leaking roof:
- The roof material used is not suitable for the specific pitch of the roof. The waterways are too narrow and do not allow sufficient run off resulting in pooling. This can lead to premature corrosion of your roof covering and water ingress.
- The fixings for this roof material are not up to the manufacturer’s standards. This can lead to premature corrosion of your roof and water ingress.
- The roof sheets are showing signs of rust and weather with age. The covering has multiple signs of corrosion resulting in water ingress.
- The underlying structure appears to be sagging. This can form cracks and spaces in joinery work and roof covering resulting in water ingress.
- The prior work done on the roof appears to be a short term “quick fix” to something that requires a long term professional solution.
- The prior waterproofing work has now passed its useful life. The expansion and contraction experienced through the tough Cape seasons means this was only ever a short term solution. Water ingress is inevitable.
- The specifications of the timber support structure could potentially be insufficient to support a roof covering of this kind. An A19 report is therefore advisable.
- The flashing work previously installed does not have the correct girth, angles and/or bents. This does not allow smooth run off resulting in pooling and potential water ingress.
- The current flashings appear to have been installed poorly with the incorrect methodology of fixings and bends. Water ingress is likely.
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Fixing Roofing Material
It is very important that the correct roof fixings is installed with the the correct roofing profile. If the incorrect roof screws/ fixings is installed on your roof it can lead to some serious damage to your property. Contact us if you would like us to come and inspect your current roof and fixings.
General Roofing Maintenance
General maintenance to your roof can ensure you never run in to sudden expensive repair work. It is crucial that you clean out your rainwater system such as gutters and box gutters every 3 months and most importantly before the winter season. As per the material warranty specifications, unwashed areas and roof maintenance must be carried out every 3 – 6 months. Call us for a professional roof evaluation.
All Roof Repair Services
If any of the above has an effect on your roof, please call and we’ll be there to assist you. Metro Roof now specialises in roof repairs and replacements.
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