Make Safe / Water Test

Make Safe

At times we get requests for small repairs that are urgent due to impeding rain we offer a service called a Make Safe where:

• We have a set price for the repair.
• The repair covers tile replacements of 1-6 tiles,
• Sealing around flues
• Rebedding 1-2 ridge caps.
• Securing flashing.
• Tradesperson to attend and diagnose problem

• Quick & convenient service without several trips.
• Make an area water tight.
• Provide further quotes if required.
• Prevents further costly repairs

Replace broken tiles

Rebed dislodged ridge caps

Relay dislodged tiles

Water Test

Sometimes even the most trained and experienced roofer cannot visibly see a water leak on a roof...

By doing a water test we can see where the entry point is.

WHAT IT INVOLVES

• In the first instance attending the property for an inspection eliminating all obvious problems that can occur with tiles or iron roofs.
• Checking water damage inside roof.
• Recommending a water test at a set price to determine exactly where water problem is.

• Applying water to area suspected of where the problem occurs.
• Inspecting inside of roof cavity to see where water entry has occurred.
• Diagnosing problem.

Water stains on ceiling

Check tiles & rafters for water stains

Holes in ceiling where water has dripped down

Apply water to area of concern

Water showing under roof tiles

No weep holes causes water build-up which drips into roof

WHAT HAPPENS THEN?

• The problem is then reported to the owner and under the water test scope of works repaired.
• If the water test shows a much bigger problem a temp fix is done and further work quoted.
• If extra materials needed a quote will be supplied.

WHAT IT COVERS

• Attending, diagnosing the roof problem.
• Cleaning out dirt build up around flashings, securing flashings & sealing.
• Drilling weep holes in bedding.
• Replacement of broken tiles & ridge caps.
• Small lead flashing repairs.
• Providing further quote for more extensive work.

ADDED BENEFITS

• Stops repeating costly small repairs without finding the problem
• Peace of mind knowing that the leak has been found.

Please call to arrange an inspection and water test quote.