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| Thread ID: 107758 | 2010-03-01 01:39:00 | Roof maintenance | smithie 38 (6684) | PC World Chat |
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| 862611 | 2010-03-01 01:39:00 | Hi Everyone Have decided to get the roof painted and the painter says there are a number of loose leadhead nails and he has quoted $470 to replace those that are loose and $1150 to replace all with tekscrews. SWMBO thinks they should all be replaced to alleviate any possible future problems. I am not too sure what is the best. I am not complaining about the cost as I know the job would be labour intensive, but more as to what option I should take. The house was built in the 6o's and has a c/iron roof. Any advice would be appreciated. Smithie |
smithie 38 (6684) | ||
| 862612 | 2010-03-01 01:55:00 | I did my whole roof early last year (replaced about 120 nails) with the rubber-capped roofing nails that are twisted to grip better. I had quite a few bits of rust and a few holes as well (previous owner had badly neglected the roof). Painted the roof myself, and was up there for the first time just before Christmas and it looks fine. I can't see any reason to tek-screw the corru. iron to be honest; the nails are pretty grippy. You could do it yourself if the pitch of the roof isn't too bad? Only a days work if you're systematic about it. |
nofam (9009) | ||
| 862613 | 2010-03-01 02:03:00 | Easy to make a cat ladder. | Cicero (40) | ||
| 862614 | 2010-03-01 02:52:00 | I would bother replacing until needed, if they are still okay now!.....and i'd do the work myself! | SolMiester (139) | ||
| 862615 | 2010-03-01 03:01:00 | Easy to make a cat ladder. For the cat's n hammer kids. You've got it nailed already ;) |
R2x1 (4628) | ||
| 862616 | 2010-03-01 03:39:00 | I can't see any reason to tek-screw the corru. iron to be honest; the nails are pretty grippy. All depends what state the purloins et al are in. Whatever, nail or screw at a slight angle: no sense using the existing holes. Good luck. :thumbs: |
WalOne (4202) | ||
| 862617 | 2010-03-01 03:43:00 | The advantage of the screws, it seems to me, is that they can be screwed in using a cordless screwdriver with a hex-bit - much less effort. I'd certainly go for the screws. When I had this house built, the screwheads actually matched the paint colour - I don't know how readily available they are, but they certainly looked good. I'd also do it myself as long as the roof pitch wasn't too steep. |
Tony (4941) | ||
| 862618 | 2010-03-01 03:45:00 | Thanks guys for your comments. The house is a two story place and I have not any head for heights now. Used to once but not anymore. The first rung on the step ladder is about the limit for me :) |
smithie 38 (6684) | ||
| 862619 | 2010-03-01 04:07:00 | Agree with Tony, hex head screws are the way to go. Two years ago I was up on the roof replacing roofing nails and rust proofing the bad bits. After a few hours it dawned on me that actually it would be much better to have a new roof so I climbed down and made a few phone calls to get quotes. Went with the nicest guy who also happened to have a good reputation for doing an excellent job, and his quote was the lowest. Amazing how the appearance of the entire house improved with the new roof. Smithie, back to your Q: If you plan to stay in your house for a long time, go for the more expensive option. BTW I am curious if you got a few different quotes as I found the price varied a great deal. |
Strommer (42) | ||
| 862620 | 2010-03-01 04:27:00 | Smithie , back to your Q: If you plan to stay in your house for a long time, go for the more expensive option. BTW I am curious if you got a few different quotes as I found the price varied a great deal. Hi Steve. Yes I plan to stay here for many years, I hope. No I have not got other quotes yet, as I was trying to decide whether to do the whole roof or just those that are loose. Most probably will take the more expensive option though. Smithie |
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