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Re-Pointing
In the past, the pointing was just a thin layer of sand /cement. Then ‘flexible pointing’ was introduced. A re-strengthen second layer, which goes over the top of the bedding to help create a stronger hold for the tiles and seals the roof against dust and water.
Flexible pointing, is a water-based compound that adheres to roofing tiles and ridge caps on tile roofs. It seals the ridge cap to the standard tile or gable ends.
Its main purpose is to keep roof sealed and moisture out thereby protecting the roofing system it also is a very flexible compound which means it moves with the roof therefore it won’t crack like traditional mortar and it is applied by pushing it intothe cracks of the mortar which forms a solid seal and a strong bind to the roof tiles, as well leaving your roof completely sealed.
If this process is not done correctly, it will just peel off and there will be no binding to the roof there by having the roof exposed and create other issues it is important that this process is done professional by a roofing specialist at Five Star Home Improvement, we know that preparation is very important and we specialize in this field to get the best result for our customers.
Re-bedding
All Tiled roofs have ridge capping the ridge capping is held down and supported by bedding this is a mix between (sand and cement-based) mortar. Sometimes the bedding may be so deteriorated that there is no cement under the ridge capping at all. The bedding can no longer bind to the roof and must be replaced and repaired and in that process, it should ensure that the ridge capping, valleys, gable ends or barge capping are secure on the roof and run in a nice straight line.
Repairs Improve Construction Style
Your roof is one of the first things people watch, so it only makes sense that a regularly maintained roof will have vibrant exterior aesthetics.
A roof inspection from Five Star Home Improvement should be carried out to get an idea of the condition of the bedding.As well as entire roof condition.
Leaks
Water typically comes in through worn, broken, or missing tiles, or through corroded or poorly sealed roof flashing around vents, skylights, or chimneys or along the intersections of roof planes. Five Star Home Improvement fixes leaks fast. Water typically comes in through Broken roof tiles, Rusty valleys, Faulty ridge capping and blocked gutters. Five Star Home Improvement will inspect these issues and fix leaking roofs fast.
Broken roof tiles
The most common causes of roof leaks are broken roof tiles.
There have been various makers of Concrete/Cement roofing tiles over the years. Some have performed very well whilst others have performed poorly, creating more issues for home owners than originally intended. Here at Five Star Home Improvement, we replace or restore broken or chipped tiles and we know that if this is not d one properly this will result in a leaking roof.
Blocked gutters
There are different types of gutters.
Box gutters can cause problems if there are no overflows to act as a relief valve system that will cause the overflowing of the gutters to go in the house.
Normal Eaves gutters that are uncleaned with leaves and debris, creates a situation where the gutters get blocked and thus blocking down pipes therefore leaving nowhere for the water to run causing overflow. This potentially creating overflowing led to the water going into the house and doing serious damage especially where the eaves extend over windows.
Overflowing water will run along the eaves and fall onto the head of the window – causing a cascade of water along the inside of the window and doing big damage to the inside of the house that is why here at Five Star Home Improvement we clean the gutters specifically so that the flow of water running in the gutters.
Skylights
Leaks can occur from skylight installations. Incorrect installations, roof seals broken, must be re-sealed by professional. Roofs can leak also over time by skylights get old and rusty causing a leak and debris and leaves cause blockages creating a leak in your roof.
Valleys
Valley iron is an important part of the roof.
It is like a gutter that is installed at the bottom of two sloping roof surfaces to catch and direct the water flow away from the house.
And where you can see cut tiles on hips or valleys forming a true and straight line where the cut tiles join on each slope these valleys eventually get rusty and they damage the valley iron and cannot be repaired.
It must be replaced if not they will leak and the water will go into the house.
Cracks or missing mortar on valleys could create possible leakage problems. It’s wise to get a professional opinion on your roof’s overall conditions for your peace of mind. Take advantage of Five Star Home Improvement FREE NO
OBLIGATION inspection.
Ridge capping
Roof capping sometimes create leaking problems, bedding and pointing under tile ridge capping can crack over time. Causing water to seep into the cracks causing roof to leak.
Flashings/chimneys:
Can cause a problem when a chimney is built it must have flashing around it to keep it water tight but over time the flashing deteriorates and needs to be replaced.
Like chimneys other roof flashing that deteriorates can cause a leaking roof.
OUR SERVICE AREAS
We service entire Melbourne region with a huge clientele in the Northern and Western Suburbs of Melbourne. Our other major service areas include: