How to Fix Broken Roof Tile

Replacing broken roof tiles helps to prevent roof leaks and subsequent ceiling damage during the rainy season.

Fixing cracked roof tiles saves you the expensive and unnecessary burden of installing a new roof as broken tiles can be repaired much more cheaply than installing new ones.

In case there are just a few damaged tiles, you can fix the problem by yourself. Simply follow the following easy steps:

1.) Get the right replacement since there are many types of tiles available in the market. You can take one tile with you to suppliers and they should be able to match it for you.

2.) Get to the roof with a ladder that is firmly positioned. Always keep in mind that you should not take any chances as falling from the roof may be fatal. Be cautious not to bump more tiles as you go through to the damaged or cracked roof tile.

3.) Finally, you will reach the damaged tile; lift the overlapping a little above it.

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4.) Apply a clear roof sealant below a cracked tile. Press the tile down firmly to mask the crack. Apply more sealant to the top of the crack and smooth the sealant with a knife.

However, when it is badly damaged, the roof tile must be removed. To do this, raise the cracked tile over the baton beneath, using a brick trowel, and slide it down and out.

5.) Turn your new tile into the brick trowel and reverse the process of removing the tile. Check that all tiles are in place and none overlap its neighbor.

6.) Get off the roof. Well done.

SAFETY TIPS:

• Do not make erratic movements on the ladder as this can get you into trouble. It is advisable to ask a friend (or a good neighbor) to hold the ladder at the bottom for you.
• Wear safety gloves and use a ladder that hooks onto the ridge or peak of the roof.

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