How To Remove Old Torch On Roofing

This video shows you how to use a torch and also tar to make a repair on a modified bitumen rubber flat roof.

How to remove old torch on roofing.

Clean drain areas by removing roofing materials to expose drain flange clean scupper areas to expose the copper preparing an old gravel stone surface for a new torch down rubber roof. Any leftover debris can prevent the torch down roofing membrane from forming a waterproof seal so make sure you remove. Stay safe while on the roof. Torch down step by step some trick and tips on how to lay down a torch down roofing.

Climb up on a secure ladder with stabilizers that hook onto the roof s edge. Flake off sporadic drips and dollops of tar from asphalt shingles with a plastic scraper. And tie it into your hip roof. Subscribe and share.

Complete roof tear off in 7 steps. Position the trash container for easy loading. If the tar has penetrated the protective mineral granules leave it alone or you might remove the granules. It s tough work be prepared for that.

As for removing the torch down it s simply about cutting it into manageable sections and removing it as best you can. Cover foliage near the house with reinforced plastic tarps to catch debris for easy cleanup. Make sure you offset yo. How to remove repair and install a flat roof.

Rake the gravel rock around to level off the roof. If you re able to position it directly under one of the lower eaves you ll save extra. Hope you like it.