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My roof had damage on one side that leaks into the attic and a roofer came yesterday and finished the side that is not damaged first. Is this normal procedure?? It seems odd to me considering he knew it was going to rain all weekend. Thanks! Jen
Hi Jen. Simple answer.........NO.
What can I say after the fact? That does not make any sense at all. However, if the damaged side was dried in and therefore should have stopped any chance of leaks, I guess he had his reasons. I assume the damaged area has been removed and tar/felt paper replaced? At least this would have provided protection in the event of a rainy weekend. Or does he intend to return on Saturday and make sure all is secure?
I would ask him why he did this.
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Michael J. Owen
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Pretty much anything about roofing, particularly asphalt shingle and metal. Replacing damaged sheathing/plywood etc. Questions about venting attic spaces.
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Twenty years of repair, new roof, roof overs and truss work. Still enjoy "getting on the roof".
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Just had my late mothers book published. A murder mystery set in England.
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High school, College graduate in England. Now living in Panama, Central America after living in the U.S. for 25 years .
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