How to Find and Fix Leaks on a Metal Roof

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  • @Add_Bill
    @Add_Bill ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This is the best roof repair video I've seen. Nothing is worst that seeing rain water drip into your new house or business because the roofer botched the roof install. This guy knows how to fix the mistakes permenantly! Keep up the good work!

    • @w.e.s.
      @w.e.s. 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No fix like this is permanent. Only a new roof is semi permanent.

  • @keenancooper27
    @keenancooper27 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    The old man grunting noises while he works is how i know he's legit. Every old dude ive worked with in the trades sounds identical

    • @JasonCooper-p8t
      @JasonCooper-p8t 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Cause they are worn out worked hard their whole life

    • @cliffbradford4679
      @cliffbradford4679 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      He looks like Hannibal lecter

    • @craigfulmer5069
      @craigfulmer5069 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      No knee pads. He tough.

    • @dawick5
      @dawick5 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No he's a South African... He's not tough. He is a fricken beast.

    • @Adabulldoya
      @Adabulldoya หลายเดือนก่อน

      I just recorded myself working on a transmission install today for the first time and noticed I grunt alot. I’m 28

  • @jimmysmith9957
    @jimmysmith9957 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Thank you for making this video. Lots of great information for those wanting to learn how to make repairs like this.

  • @Damian_mtn
    @Damian_mtn ปีที่แล้ว +35

    What’s the materials that you are using for repair??

    • @debbimeekins4047
      @debbimeekins4047 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Did you ever get an answer?

    • @jeffreylonigro4081
      @jeffreylonigro4081 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Bergstrom Turbo Poly seal.

    • @katkameo6413
      @katkameo6413 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@jeffreylonigro4081and toilet paper 😂

  • @burchman3
    @burchman3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Thank you for helping me fix my incorrectly installed metal roof on my mobile home. It's been leaking ever since I bought it and cannot afford 20,000.00 to replace it. After watching your easy videos I have fixed most of them myself with a fraction of the cost. I really appreciate your knowledge.

  • @MrMoss786
    @MrMoss786 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This video was so good, I had to watch it again and downloaded it for reference later. Thanks again.

  • @zyrabell69
    @zyrabell69 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice video and I always enjoy being on a roof when the weather is nice. But damn those hot summer days with the metal reflecting the heat back at you really sucks!

  • @Grace_oGD
    @Grace_oGD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You are amazing
    Thank you so much for this and for making it look so simple.

  • @amanhyseneunom4811
    @amanhyseneunom4811 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hard worker workin sickly thanks for the good advice

  • @consideratek9
    @consideratek9 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    at first glance, it looks like he is fixing these leaks with toilet paper and baby doo doo.

    • @bryankelley4861
      @bryankelley4861 ปีที่แล้ว

      2ply

    • @cliffbradford4679
      @cliffbradford4679 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same here my brother. I even commented on him using scissors to cut toilet paper 😂

    • @Tattooclownfish71
      @Tattooclownfish71 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What’s it called and where to buy it ? Anyone ??

    • @cliffbradford4679
      @cliffbradford4679 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Tattooclownfish71 dokie ruff glue made by baby bottom materials

  • @skyjim777
    @skyjim777 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love this guy! Thank you!

  • @Guerrero1187
    @Guerrero1187 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The sniffles and grunts and groans remind me of work with my dad rip pops

  • @chananon8120
    @chananon8120 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    How much toilet paper roll to put on seam?

  • @Rondel0927
    @Rondel0927 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What paint you sir to seal the leak and the paper you also put with the paint?

  • @MrMoss786
    @MrMoss786 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video identifying the leaks by looking for traces of rust or dirt stains. Turbo polyseal spreads well and goes quite a bit, no need to lugging around a gallon tin ;)

    • @FlatRoofDoctor
      @FlatRoofDoctor  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      you right, but I used a lot of Turbo that day on the rest of the roof. The video only shows a small part

    • @MrMoss786
      @MrMoss786 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@FlatRoofDoctor it's good stuff. Too bad it's not available in my country. The closest I could match it was with Sika lastic 560 or Duram 195 here unfortunately.

  • @viewer2325
    @viewer2325 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    what is the brown paint you are using?

  • @jimmysmith9957
    @jimmysmith9957 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    For a 30 x 60 metal building that is approximately 38 years old, would you recommend just fixing the leaks or replacing all the roofing screws with the next larger size? Thank you.

    • @5400bowen
      @5400bowen 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Sand the rust, use metal prep snd galvanizing paint, oversized screws and a dab of sealant on every screw.

  • @susancade2092
    @susancade2092 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love your very informative video. It is very useful & you give great money saving tips. Thank you!!!❤

  • @profesoramatematicas1729
    @profesoramatematicas1729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Gracias por compartir su experiencia en este tipo de trabajo.

    • @FlatRoofDoctor
      @FlatRoofDoctor  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      mucha gracias amigo. Thats about the spanish I know. Although my wife is Mexican, I am a slow learner

  • @emilywelsh1072
    @emilywelsh1072 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you, this was so helpful!

  • @stevendugandzic4347
    @stevendugandzic4347 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great information ❤

  • @ulkairvillan3219
    @ulkairvillan3219 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thankyou for teaching us doctor

  • @indysjumparound9743
    @indysjumparound9743 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you! I like this guy!! Haha

  • @frankn.7741
    @frankn.7741 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What's the name of those materials he used?? The paste and the paper tape?? Thanks

  • @freiherrvonstein
    @freiherrvonstein ปีที่แล้ว

    I like what you are doing. I have had some BS contractors out. My dad put aluminum roofing instead of Tin and 40 yrs later it is fantastic except for…. The nails worked loose and I need to seal those holes. I hope this product works on aluminum. Thanks

  • @patrickobrien8851
    @patrickobrien8851 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about using integrated - "long life" - screws, where the head of the screw is one piece with the "washer" that acts as an umbrella to cover the neoprene washer underneath: is there an advantage to these integrated screws? The disadvantage is the cost, as they appear to cost more than the standard roofing screw.
    I'd be interested to hear your recommendation. Great video content, as usual.

  • @MidwesternYinzer
    @MidwesternYinzer 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You just saved me 12k..Thanks!

  • @stephenhopkins9541
    @stephenhopkins9541 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Helpful video

  • @mr.frandy7692
    @mr.frandy7692 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What sealant and paper is he using to do this???????

  • @matthewlblair
    @matthewlblair 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What size screws do you recommend for replacing the rusted smaller screws? Thanks for this video and information.

    • @williampier3250
      @williampier3250 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bigger than the one you pulled out generally if you pull out a 1/4 screw put a 5/16 back because it will bite

  • @ShAdOwM0ZES
    @ShAdOwM0ZES 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What’s the white paper called?

  • @sweetautumn69
    @sweetautumn69 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Whats the liquid that you used?

  • @crypto_11
    @crypto_11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What’s the use of the toilet paper saturated by the sealer ??

  • @timo57890
    @timo57890 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos thank you they are supse helpful!!!

  • @richardsayers3651
    @richardsayers3651 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Okay great info but what is that product he is using?

  • @louiseblack3337
    @louiseblack3337 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is that brown stuff ur using? Also will this method work on a van roof? Thank you

    • @FlatRoofDoctor
      @FlatRoofDoctor  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      turbo poly seal, you can get it online here: bergstromm.com/

  • @robertdillon3171
    @robertdillon3171 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will the turbo poly seal and fleece work on metal roofs in south Florida, where the temperature of roofs get extremely hot?

  • @jjf609
    @jjf609 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you think a standing seam metal roof is worth the cost? Also if I'm 1.2 miles from the ocean, do I need to use aluminum material if I install metal?

  • @dougmoore1666
    @dougmoore1666 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where to find the Turbo poly seal around northern Virginia?

  • @larryfisher4290
    @larryfisher4290 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i can fix those leaks. how about the hard leaks.i have a bath vent that had to be installed right on top of two ridges ,one on each side .it leaks no matter what i put on it. can u fix that?!!!!!!

  • @ejhggffdx
    @ejhggffdx ปีที่แล้ว

    hello sir what kind of sealant paint did you use? and the silver paint?

  • @margerykirner5604
    @margerykirner5604 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What products are you using?

  • @tubetube2070
    @tubetube2070 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What paint is he using

  • @tyeemagurl5792
    @tyeemagurl5792 ปีที่แล้ว

    What did you put Dab of?

  • @Tattooclownfish71
    @Tattooclownfish71 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your the best my friend my flat metal roof has tar the previous owners used I got leaks still driving me crazy I wanna scream question should I grind off the tar spots they covered the roof with and do what your doing and it will seal my roof for a very long time ? Please help thank you love your channel my friend Massachusetts area

  • @Tattooclownfish71
    @Tattooclownfish71 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a angle grinder what size wire brush should I use to rip off the tar some morons that owned the mobile home before I bought as is ouch they nailed metal sheet they tar over the edges I was looking super close on the ladder which I hate going up I pushed with my finger water came out so water was getting under the metal sheet I ripped it off and holy under water 💧 so mad 😡 this guy is a master thumbs up

  • @scottandcherylfreeone9539
    @scottandcherylfreeone9539 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Our hired gitter done.

  • @kitwarjri7086
    @kitwarjri7086 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wat is that coating that u apply.

  • @MarkDonat
    @MarkDonat 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What does the fleece do?

  • @박희진-g3e
    @박희진-g3e 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Please let me know what the name of the paint he used to prevent stain is?😅

  • @misterpogi1352
    @misterpogi1352 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You know, telling us the stuff you are using to fix the leak would be great. Just take stuff out of a can and you are good to go!

    • @ashliesheerin9768
      @ashliesheerin9768 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's most likely liquid rubber seal

    • @tonywilliams6440
      @tonywilliams6440 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Did you not hear him say turbo poly seal. The reinforcing material is like a woven polyester material.

  • @cadeb5609
    @cadeb5609 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your videos.
    Can you link those seals you used in the description

  • @justhim8745
    @justhim8745 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    just subscribed to ur channel. what products r u using for repairs

  • @mohamadmaaloof6830
    @mohamadmaaloof6830 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent job

  • @JuanRodriguez-qr3yq
    @JuanRodriguez-qr3yq 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you

  • @mattheweburns
    @mattheweburns ปีที่แล้ว

    What are you using to fix the leak?g

  • @kokopelli314
    @kokopelli314 ปีที่แล้ว

    Some of those sheets are on backwards. You can tell by the way they're not sealing up along the edges. Also they put a lot of screws in the wrong places.
    The Turbo polyseal and fleece is new to me.

  • @pdokoonline
    @pdokoonline ปีที่แล้ว

    Where to find and buy this?

  • @joemomma1285
    @joemomma1285 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gracias God bless you 🙏🙏

  • @proskimconstruction4720
    @proskimconstruction4720 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would've replaced the roofsheet at once and use 26mm bond washers on the hex screws, I also never use pap en lap membrane. I would have used uni-flash to seal all of those areas if not replaced the roofsheet.

  • @SkySim
    @SkySim 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wish I could get this product in Canada.

  • @josearana7704
    @josearana7704 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    When u say bigger screw do u mean thicker or longer screw???

  • @paulf2529
    @paulf2529 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I wish you would make a tidier job of painting the turbo seal, straight lines not untidy splodges.
    You may well be fixing the leaks but the fixes look untidy. For your screw head repairs a template of cardboard would enable all your repairs to be neat and regularly sized.

    • @FlatRoofDoctor
      @FlatRoofDoctor  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Thanks Mr Clean. If I did that all the time, the job would take much longer to get done. I agree for the video I should do that, but the I am not genuine. I want people to see how to get it done without a lot of fuss.

    • @Bandits_68
      @Bandits_68 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who's getting up on the roof everyday to see the paint strokes are tidy!! Get a life Sadie (the cleaning lady).

    • @paulf2529
      @paulf2529 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @glen1792 It would utterly infuriate me, I like things done in a neat and orderly way.

    • @barryalesiaackerman1433
      @barryalesiaackerman1433 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FlatRoofDoctor i love you doc 😂😂 your funny would love to learn from you honestly.

  • @bruce9648
    @bruce9648 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello sir, I just watched your video I learned alot am I'm fixing to order some ( they are out of black) .. oh well, my question how long is the silicone good for( in the bucket) once you open it how long can it be stored & still be a good product to use 🇺🇲🦅🌍⚓ USMC

  • @stevey7059
    @stevey7059 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What sealant is that and what's that plastic sheet you put in between the 2 coats of sealant?

    • @FlatRoofDoctor
      @FlatRoofDoctor  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Polyester Fleece. bergstromm.com/product/poly-fleece-rolls-2/

    • @ninh.ddnnguyen833
      @ninh.ddnnguyen833 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FlatRoofDoctor the sealant too

    • @patrickh4130
      @patrickh4130 ปีที่แล้ว

      Turbo Poly Seal

  • @boonemelvin2359
    @boonemelvin2359 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where can I buy this product
    Atlanta Ga

  • @davidlambert7937
    @davidlambert7937 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im wanting to fleece the entire roof is this advisable

  • @davidlambert7937
    @davidlambert7937 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do you get the fleece

    • @Kelliwallace-cr7mx
      @Kelliwallace-cr7mx ปีที่แล้ว

      Just looked it up ourselves , TURBO POLY SEAL & TURBO POLY FLEECE

  • @5400bowen
    @5400bowen 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Sand the rust, use metal prep and galvanizing paint, then a dab of sealant..and oversized screws.

  • @Lilfabo124
    @Lilfabo124 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid , Can u join the sheets the wrong way I think that’s my problem

  • @CarlosLopez-jj1hk
    @CarlosLopez-jj1hk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi good video Whats the name the material's for dude. Hola como se llama el material con que pintas la liking se puede comprar en home depot como se llama el material Gracias buen Video hracias por su respuesta.

  • @xxNewAgeMusicxx
    @xxNewAgeMusicxx ปีที่แล้ว

    whats the brown liquid called

  • @bossluck3339
    @bossluck3339 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video Thanks a million...

  • @rtwmanny
    @rtwmanny ปีที่แล้ว

    So what type of paper is that?

  • @mariapualelealia934
    @mariapualelealia934 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi im in Manurewa can you send some one to fix the roof of my house please

  • @anthonytodd5308
    @anthonytodd5308 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    1. You NEVER cover a hex headed screw with fabric, this creates bridging (an air pocket and/or fish mouths) around the fastener...You must cut the cloth at the fastener for proper waterproofing! 2. You always remove old caulking and tar...NEVER cover AND ALWAYS clean the surface area! 3. Is Turbo Poly Seal a Rust Inhibitor? 4. Always a bigger diameter screw, BINGO CORRECT! 5. FOLKS, always clean the surface area a minimum of 6" beyond the repairing area. 6. The aluminum coating will crack with in 3-5 years!

    • @FlatRoofDoctor
      @FlatRoofDoctor  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You are right in what you said. I am an idiot. Thanks for the comment

    • @Kains_whored
      @Kains_whored 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope he makes an update version ,I kinda understand your comment .but I'm a bit of a visual learner (aka I'm kinda stupid when it comes to this

    • @itsmedante.5325
      @itsmedante.5325 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      so are you saying there's no point in using aluminum coating??

    • @anthonytodd5308
      @anthonytodd5308 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@itsmedante.5325 Aluminum coatings have a place, but not in this application. Aluminum coatings have no expansion/contractions properties.

    • @KarinaNimer
      @KarinaNimer ปีที่แล้ว

      I am renovating an old trailer with a metal roof. I am using a wire brush to clean the roof to bare metal then I will do as you say. Question: what if I can’t get to the hard to reach caulking? Can I just caulk over what I can? Must I remove all rust with the wire brush before repairing? Thank you

  • @CivilEngineerBD
    @CivilEngineerBD 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where can we find this paint of turbo poly seal and UV Coating?

    • @FlatRoofDoctor
      @FlatRoofDoctor  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      sorry, only i the USA. not exporting for now

  • @TheOyster275
    @TheOyster275 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you give the local distributor address of this product at Bangladesh. Or is it available at Global Market?

  • @mariem7250
    @mariem7250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What is the coating and white tape you are using?

  • @5400bowen
    @5400bowen 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What about the leaks that will develop over the next few years? More work for him? Coat the whole roof and be done for at least 5 years.

  • @jennygriesbaum068
    @jennygriesbaum068 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about on a pitched tin roof with staples (2000 mobile home) ? Also what are all the products you are using? My entire roof is rusted, it has never been coated and it only just started having 2 small leaks.

  • @heathersullivan8833
    @heathersullivan8833 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is the paper you are using?

  • @letsgobrandon6281
    @letsgobrandon6281 ปีที่แล้ว

    How about telling us what you used

  • @justhim8745
    @justhim8745 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have lots of questions

  • @UwishUknew-fy5qy
    @UwishUknew-fy5qy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    the stuff he uses in this video is super expensive, 260 dollars for a gallon a roll and pint of silver lol. nah bro, not to mention you cant get in retail stores. this guy is mr. bergstromm 🤣

  • @1tactundra140
    @1tactundra140 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What does the felt do if you don’t mind telling my dumb ass lol😂

  • @treydogg77
    @treydogg77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Who is these cats trying to tell you what to do on here? Looks over purpose, those idiots don’t understand your wasting time, and material trying to make it look good..... I highly recommend trying Polyseal 2500, 4” wide 3/4 nap roller. Dipband roll coat screws laps, etc! 😉

    • @FlatRoofDoctor
      @FlatRoofDoctor  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      These "cats" try to help others, not like "some" that have so much pride in whom they are, that they like to talk bad about everyone else

  • @wendyfromtheblock6743
    @wendyfromtheblock6743 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    👍🏾👍🏾

  • @kitwarjri7086
    @kitwarjri7086 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Atleast u should mentioned the materials used to fix the roofs cz i see many r interested in it.

  • @airairamas4939
    @airairamas4939 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the black liquid you are applying is it bitcherman

  • @cliffbradford4679
    @cliffbradford4679 ปีที่แล้ว

    Scissors to cut toilet paper lol

    • @lottaoswalt5442
      @lottaoswalt5442 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's a fiber mesh

    • @cliffbradford4679
      @cliffbradford4679 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@lottaoswalt5442 haha my bad I honestly thought it was toilet paper

  • @darrincoy9361
    @darrincoy9361 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just power wash it and coat it with a GAF coating system. This roof is toast….

  • @phenix_Ace
    @phenix_Ace 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it toilet paper?

  • @susancade2092
    @susancade2092 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He sounds exactly just like my ex-husband while working on a project!!! 😅

  • @Qualityfixroofing-ul2ml
    @Qualityfixroofing-ul2ml ปีที่แล้ว

    20 years for bitumen
    Waterproofing over endlaps...
    Screws in pan instead of rib..
    Too much errors

  • @troydeanwalker1405
    @troydeanwalker1405 ปีที่แล้ว

    Didn't say what he used as a sealer.

  • @katbosh7748
    @katbosh7748 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is that toilet paper?

    • @jjohnston73
      @jjohnston73 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      He calls it fleece

  • @keithlawrence4952
    @keithlawrence4952 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He doesn’t say what the material in the can is !!!! Useless.

  • @fanech14
    @fanech14 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You're too old dude

  • @burnside9
    @burnside9 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When making instructional videos best to assume audience knows very little. Explain to them like they are 5 years old. You start by saying don’t coat your roof. Coat with what? Presumably tar but you don’t say that.
    How about you come and fix my roof and I’ll teach you how to communicate properly