Attach the 1x2s through the tarp and into.
Putting a tarp on a leaky roof.
Install a blue tarp on a roof.
Center the tarp over the damaged area.
Wrap the tarp around the 2 by 4 at least twice.
If possible wait to do this on a dry day.
Pull away from each other until the tarp is fully unrolled.
There should be an additional 4 feet.
Bring a brush with you onto the roof.
Unroll the tarp from the.
Push the free end up and over the leaky section of roof until it extends over the peak and about 4 feet down the other side of the roof.
If required cut plywood as needed cover up any existing penetrations with plywood secure the perimeter with screws every 6 to 12 into the roof sheathing below preferably into trusses unroll the full tarp make sure that the length extends 1 past the edge of the roof on the damaged side.
If you plan on tarping your roof without a professional you should bring.
Then fold the excess tarp under a few rotations for a tight clean fit.
It probably goes without saying but the size of the damage also.
Find the source of the leak.
Extend the top edge of the tarp over the ridge of the roof.
Stretch a tarp flat on the roof.
Cut off the unrolled section of tarp with a utility knife.
Climb on top of the.
Get some friends or family to help you.
Lay the tarp flatly over the damaged area and make sure there are at least 4 feet of it overhanging past the roof s peak and the rest over the eave.
Try to pick a day that is not windy or else you may face frustration.
Measure the dimensions of the tarp to be used.
To secure a tarp to your roof.
You need to know first which spot on the roof needs tarping up.
Grab one corner of the tarp and have a helper grab the other end.
Lay more 2 by 4s on either side of the tarp and attach those as well for a tight well secured water barrier.
Time to add your furring strips.
Bring all of your tools up to the roof.
Unrolling and positioning the tarp 1.
Installing tarp on a roof without nails 1.
A tarp placed over a flat leaking roof can protect the interior of your home from further water damage.
Partially unroll your tarp to cover the damaged area from the roof s eaves to peak.
Positions several 1 2 pieces of lumber on the tarp running vertically down the slope of the roof.
Clear all debris on the roof.
If you have a helper this part is easy.
Sandwich the tarp by nailing a second 2 x 4 board to.
Unfold the tarp on the roof.
Wrap the end of side a over a 2 by 4 that is 2 feet wider than the distance between sides b and d.
Screw the 2 by 4 directly into the roof to secure it.
Find the source of the roof leak.
