It s even easier if you do it without nails.
How to secure a tarp to a flat roof.
Let the rest of the tarp hang off the lower border of the roof that overhangs the wall known as the eave.
Positions several 1 2 pieces of lumber on the tarp running vertically down the slope of the roof.
Screw the 2 by 4 directly into the roof to secure it.
These boards do not need to be rolled in the tarp.
Again nail the tarp to a 2 x 4 as you did on the other side.
Wrap the end of side a over a 2 by 4 that is 2 feet wider than the distance between sides b and d.
Installing a tarp on your roof is easier than you think.
If needed cut off the excess tarp from the other end leaving about a 4 overhang.
Don t forget to secure the strapping used in step 4.
Extend the top edge of the tarp over the ridge of the roof.
To secure a tarp to your roof.
Lay the tarp across the roof so that at least 4 feet 1 2 m lies on the sloped part of your roof on each side known as the peak.
Put n ails in the board at least 10 apart for a secure connection.
Find the source of the leak.
Here are the steps on how to install a tarp on your roof without nails.
Secure all edges.
Installing tarp on a roof without nails.
Attach the 1x2s through the tarp and into.
The 2 by 4 should be about 2 feet longer than the tarp width.
Secure the tarp s remaining sides with additional 2 x 4 boards using your screw gun and screws.
Find the source of the roof leak.
Wrap the tarp around the 2 by 4 at least twice.
Then attach it under the eave with a screw gun.
Lay more 2 by 4s on either side of the tarp and attach those as well for a tight well secured water barrier.
Bring all of your tools up to the roof.
Lay the tarp out flat over the roof.
A tarp placed over a flat leaking roof can protect the interior of your home from further water damage.
Extend the top edge of the tarp over the roof.
Stretch a tarp flat on the roof.
Center the tarp over the damaged area.
You need to know first which spot on the roof needs tarping up.
Then fold the excess tarp under a few rotations for a tight clean fit.
The screws must pass securely into the roof.
Wrap the tarp around the board pulling it tight against the roof.