October 27, 2009

Roof Leaking

As anyone used the Leak Masters who advertise on brownstoner? If so, what was your experience?

October 13, 2009

Rubber Tiles on Roof

I am considering laying rubber DuraTiles on our roof and wanted to hear if anyone had experience with the product or any tips for its use.

Thanks.

Roofer Recommendations

Trying to get estimates to replace a roof. Any recommendations would be appreciated.

October 10, 2009

Leaky Roof

We have some water damage on our ceiling which could only be from a leaky roof. If anyone has any recommendations on roofers, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

October 5, 2009

Hidden Roof Leak

Can't figure it out and everyone seems to have a different opinion or approach. Water is seeping in on the top floor in drips from an area close to one of two skylights that are adjacent. There had been very minor drips beginning in April '09 and some patchwork was done. The real leaking didn't start until June '09 (the record rainfall month).Problem is: when you walk around the roof you may see tiny cracks in the flashing, but nothing major that would indicate a problem. I pulled in one contractor that confessed to not knowing where the leak was coming from, but guessed at the small skylight due to the location of damage below. He suggested that I cover the skylights with tarp to isolate that area during the next rainfall, because replacing the skylight would be a $1600 job and he would prefer that I be sure. Then I had another fellow, possibly less skilled, who indicated that the skylights were not the problem, but if I allowed him to "flash" the entire roof and the skylights for $500 that I would have no leaking. I think the second guy doesn't replace skylight, so he offered to do what he knows how.I think the first guy made sense, but his estimate was in reference to the small skylight (which is half the size of the big one)and I actually think it might be the bigger skylight now. I'd love to hear any suggestions on how to resolve this or a trustworhy roofer that I can call and correct this before winter starts setting in.

September 21, 2009

Roofer in Manhattan

Any recommendations for roofers to fix a leaking bstone flat roof on the Upper West Side?

Thanks.

September 8, 2009

Should We Walk Away?

We are about to go into contract for a unit on the top floor of a newly constructed building.

The problem is that our inspection showed that the roof was almost completely flat (i.e. not angled or sloped at all for drainage). It is our understanding that flat roofs are supposed to have a slight pitch to keep water from pooling and leaking in. There are drains (2) on the roof, but absolutely no pitch and you can already see where some ponding has occured.

Having zero familiarity with flat roofs, here's the question: Will an improperly pitched flat roof cause significantly more problems (leaks, costly repairs), than a properly pitched flat roof? Should we walk away if the developer refuses to fix the pitch?

We love the place and will probably have a tough time finding a similar unit in our price range, but we have no desire to buy into a potentially costly situation either. We will be the first ones to be leaked on if there's an issue, and even though major repairs would be paid for by the whole building, there aren't that many units to share the cost with.

So, thoughts from those who are more experienced? Is this something worth walking away over?

September 4, 2009

Roof Repair

The girlfriend's parents need roof work done. I do not know the extent of what has to be done but her parents said "roof is in bad shape". Any recommendations for someone who does work in Greenwood Heights? What does a roof repair usually cost? (obviously it depends on the amount of work but what are some rough estimates)

Thanks in advance.

August 26, 2009

taking care of flat roof

Just a general question: how do you take care of your flat roof?Do you look for specific signs of deterioration? Do you call roofing specialist for periodic inspection? Or you just wait until water appears downstairs?

July 29, 2009

Replacing a roof hatch

I am looking for recommendations for someone to replace the roof hatch on my brownstone. I want something secure, that can be opened easily.
Thanks for your recommendations.

Forum: Roofers