Home Building And Repairs

Roof Ridge Beam Water Damage From Poor Roofing Installation


The video is about roof ridge beam water damage caused by poor roofing installation. In the video, Greg shows viewers a roof ridge beam that has been damaged by water. He explains that the damage was caused by inexperienced roofers who did not lap the shingles or the roofing paper properly. Greg also provides some tips for preventing water damage to a roof ridge beam.

Here are the steps on how to prevent water damage to a roof ridge beam according to the video:

Lap the roofing paper over the ridge at least 12 inches on each side.

Lap the roofing shingles over the ridge.

Inspect your roof regularly and repair any damage as soon as possible.

Greg also provides some bonus tips for preventing water damage to a roof ridge beam. For example, he suggests using high-quality roofing materials and hiring a qualified roofer to install your roof.

Additional Notes:

The video was published on April 9, 2010.

The video is 1 minute and 48 seconds long.


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