Dig out any suspect caulk and replace it with a high quality caulk.
How to replace a small section of roof.
Also check the siding above the step flashing.
Dig around with a putty knife to see if the area is sealed.
What is the best way to tie the shingles in to make sure it doesn t leak.
Stagger the sheathing in a brick pattern for extra strength.
Such a long piece is structurally unstable in the middle.
Replace any cracked rotted or missing siding making sure the new piece overlaps the step flashing by at least 2 in.
Merely apply three small spots of asphalt plastic roof cement under the new shingle s tabs evenly spaced along the shingle length and press the shingle flat down into place.
Seal down any surrounding shingles that may have had their sealant bond separated in the same way.
I am replacing a small section of my roof right at the bottom.
I ve done a little roofing before but never a patch job.
How to replace the roof on a small building.
Eight foot 1 2 inch thick plywood is standard sheathing material.
Measure the opening of the section of roof to be shingled cut the plywood to size and nail to roof rafters.