How To Tarp Rolled Roof

This will prevent water and debris from entering the damaged area.

How to tarp rolled roof. Unfold the tarp on the roof. Let the rest of the tarp hang off the lower border of the roof that overhangs the wall known as the eave. Lay the tarp out flat over the roof. If you have a helper this part is easy.

Apply rolled roofing rolled roofing has become more and more popular in recent years. To help prevent wind from shredding your hard work you ll need to pull the tarp tight as you sink a nail approximately 2 to 3 ft apart all the way around the and stretching the. If it s windy out be careful because the tarp may try to blow away. Secure the tarp s remaining sides with additional 2 x 4 boards using your screw gun and screws.

If you don t have a helper use the metal rings to hold down the tarp at the furthest four corners. Lay more 2 by 4s on either side of the tarp and attach those as well for a tight well secured water barrier. 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. Pulling the tarp tight around the edges apply 1 3 strapping with deck screws every 8 to 12 making sure you have one within 2 to 3 of each edge.

Roll 2 3 2 inch rolls of plastic in your hand creating a nail line place the tarp flat onto the roof surface and sink your first nail in the plastic nail line. To begin securing the tarp screw through the rolled 2 x 4 boards with your screw gun. Then fold the excess tarp under a few rotations for a tight clean fit. The 2 by 4 should be about 2 feet longer than the tarp width.

Don t forget to secure the strapping used in step 4. Try to pick a day that is not windy or else you may face frustration because as soon as you open the tarp up there it will start blowing all over the place. Fully secure your roof tarp to prevent flapping. When compared to shingles rolled roofing is far cheaper and much easie.

Screw the roll side down either at the edge of the roof or to the fascia with a few screws. Unfold or unroll your tarp to cover the damaged area over the roof s peaks and eaves making sure to cover the damaged area and leave at least a foot of tarp on each side. Place your wood planks over the edges so that it doesn t move while you secure it.