Hangin around on top of a house is a pretty brutal environment, and any roof system, no matter how well it may have been designed, no matter how well it was install, has the potential to have a minor water leak. Luckily with a metal roof, it can be remedied pretty easily and quickly. Todd gives you some common things to look for if you should have a water leak in your metal roof.
July 31, 2009
Water Leaks
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Todd's expertise comes from his years of experience in metal roofing manufacturing. As president of Classic Products, Inc. based in Piqua Ohio, Todd runs two of the world's leading manufacturers of residential metal roofing. His personal goal is to educate homeowners of the long-life benefits of metal roofing.
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Hi, Todd
Great website !!! Great topic too. I am about to put in a new roof because of a leak. My question is what if the leak on a metal roof is hard to find, what do you do then ? Can panels /sections be removed fairly easily ? And from what I have been told, the materials / cover that goes under the metal roof should never leak. Any feedback will be appreciated.
Comment by New Roof Buyer — September 3, 2009 @ 8:40 am
It really depends upon the style of metal roofing. Through-fastened panels aren’t too difficult to remove. Many of the shingle style products can have panels and sections removed. Standing seam is more difficult and mechanically seamed standing seam is most difficult.
When tracking down leaks, always look at all penetrations and flashings, and look uphill from where the leak may be manifesting itself.
I always recommend a quality underlayment beneath every metal roof.
Thanks for stopping by.
Comment by toddmiller — September 3, 2009 @ 9:16 pm