Who, when and in what cases are roofing repairs carried out?
Any roof sooner or later requires restoration, even if it is made from high-quality materials in compliance with all standards and technologies. This is due to the influence of weather and temperature factors on its structure and integrity.
Attention! Repair work of any kind, in public buildings and apartment buildings, must be carried out by public organizations.
The feasibility of restoration should be analyzed by specialists in the engineering and construction professions and recorded in the appropriate register. In private households, repairs are carried out by the owners. There is no need to collect any permitting documentation here. The owner of the house independently decides: when, why, what repairs he has to do.
Is it possible to do the repairs yourself?
The roof is damaged, and the target date is not yet soon, then the residents can repair the roof themselves. Residents of the house, having gathered together, resolve this issue. Apartment owners can contribute their own money or borrow money.
The funds used to eliminate defects will be paid from the authorized Fund. To receive them, residents need to fill out an application.
At the meeting, the manager of the accounts is determined. He spends the money, draws up documentation, sends information to the fund.
In addition to the application, the regional operator must provide a package of documents: estimated estimates, certificate of completion of work, checks and receipts for payment for materials. After verification, the fund will transfer the funds.
If there are minor damages, residents can carry out roof repairs on their own. If current or major repairs are required, it is better to involve a specialized organization.
Correction of the condition of the roof of apartment buildings is carried out at height. You need to have certain skills and follow safety precautions. Third-party workers have been trained to work on the roof. All responsibility for the life and health of builders will be assigned to the management of the contracting company.
Stages of approval, coordination and implementation of roof restoration
A decision on major repairs of roofs in public or multi-apartment buildings can be issued in the following cases:
- the occurrence of any emergency situations resulting from natural disasters and destruction ;
- upon receipt of a corresponding petition from the residents of the house or the owner of a public building, which is necessarily confirmed by the final act from the technical commission;
- upon reaching the maximum permissible service life established by legislative standards.
Roofing elements and material | Operating standards (in years) |
Floor elements made of decking and reinforced concrete | 80 |
Lathing, wood rafters | 50 |
Covering made of ondulin or slate sheets | 20 |
Mineral wool insulation | 40 |
Thermal insulator made of expanded clay or mineral wool | 30 |
Roof covering made of corrugated sheets or metal tiles | 40-50 |
Rolled soft covering | 10-15 |
Replacing old slate with new roofing material Source bouw.ru
Submitting an application for roof repair
In accordance with Art. 44 of the Housing Code of the Russian Federation, the decision on the need to repair the roof is made at a general meeting of residents of the house and documented in minutes. The representative of the owners, in agreement, submits an application to the management company or housing office. It is compiled in free form, but must contain:
- name of the management company, address and full name of the manager;
- details of the authorized representative;
- justification for the repair request: damage to roof elements, leaks, etc.;
- link to the meeting of residents and the decision made;
- date and signature.
The resolution of the general meeting must also be attached.
On the portal you can check the status of your appeal or file a complaint against the actions of the Criminal Code.
In what cases is emergency or emergency repair required?
There are cases when you don’t have to wait until the end of the service life. Restoration measures are required, as they say, here and now. High-quality roof repairs in the following cases are required. Otherwise, the collapse of the roof will cause a complete change in the structure. Dangerous moments and reasons for emergency repairs include:
- weakened thermal insulation
; - loss of tightness
; - loosening of fasteners
; - worn-out
rafter frame; - poorly
made or designed
configuration
.
Here, based on the situation, you need to do current or major repairs.
What is a major overhaul of a roof structure, what work does it consist of?
The list of capital repairs includes measures to completely restore the lost properties of the roof. Replacement of sound insulation, moisture protection and thermal insulation is necessarily included in it. Restoration work also includes restoration of:
- rafter system;
- roofing covering (top layer);
- water drainage systems.
The joints of the ceiling with the junction of the cornice and the pediment are also repaired. Violation of the integrity of the roof covering is usually determined visually in the presence of:
- peeling off
in the area of joints; - swelling of
different hearths; - cracks
and
holes
.
Leaks (implicit) require additional inspection of the entire roofing pie, as well as the rafter system with floor slabs.
Photo: situations requiring roof overhaul
Roofing for major repairs Source legkovmeste.ru
Emergency condition of the roof Source obustroeno.com 0 0 0
Significant leaks and swelling of the ceiling are dangerous due to collapse Source legkovmeste.ru 0 0 0
Rotten rafter system for replacement Source imhonn.ru
Repair and replacement of tiles required Source legkovmeste.ru
What is the difference between current repairs and major repairs?
Current repairs are a set of measures aimed at correcting defects in the roof from the moment of operation until the next major repair. The speed of its onset is determined by the level of wear of certain elements of the roofing pie components.
Only a structural engineer with the appropriate qualifications can correctly assess the condition of the roof. The specialist must carefully examine all the main components and evaluate the condition of each layer. After this, he will be able to make an expert conclusion and say whether the soft roof needs repair and what kind. Main types of current repairs:
- reinstalling or replacing damaged covering sheets torn off by strong gusts of wind;
- sealing small gaps , holes and cracks ;
- restoration or replacement in individual places of roofing felt or screed ;
- repair of other minor damage .
More specific and significant differences between current and major repairs are given in the table.
Activities to be carried out | Type of repair | |
Current | Capital | |
Frequency | After 3-5 years from the date of operation | After 10-15 years (based on the type of material used in construction) |
Type of work | Spot repair | Complete dismantling of worn structures and elements over the entire roof area with mandatory replacement with new ones |
Conditions for repair work | If minor defects appear | If damaged or worn ≥ 40% |
Important! Antiseptic and antiperine treatment of wood rafter systems must be carried out regularly once every 10 years.
Repair of metal roofing Source bricknews.ru
Rolled materials used in repairs
Usually, to extend the life of the roof, it is coated with oil paint. Such repairs last for a couple of years.
Soft roll materials are based on cardboard, fiberglass or polyester. The bottom layer is built-up bitumen mastic, and on top there are binders made of bitumen and polymers. This design makes it possible to use these materials in several layers. Carrying out major repair work with such materials is not only convenient, but also economically profitable. They are inexpensive and easy to install. The use of soft roll materials during repairs in some cases makes it possible not to remove the previous damaged layer. They can be laid on a wooden, metal, or concrete base.
Major repair work involves the complete dismantling of the old coating. In some cases, on a flat roof, the screed is also dismantled and the vapor and thermal insulation is replaced. The site must be prepared for laying new roofing material. A primer is applied to the screed, after which a new roofing carpet can be laid. Around the structural elements of the roof (funnels, parapets) the installation is carried out in two layers. If necessary, protective canopies are installed, as well as painting with fire-retardant or reflective compounds.
Installation tools
- Hacksaw
- Roulette
- Hammer
- Sharp knife
- Trowel for applying adhesive mixture
- Chalk rope for marking
- Axe
- Primer rollers
Unlike bituminous materials, metal roofing has higher strength. However, it is also destroyed under the influence of atmospheric phenomena and temperature changes. Rust may appear on it and seams may come apart. If the damage has affected more than a third of the entire roof surface, then it is more advisable to carry out a major overhaul with a complete replacement of roofing materials.
Video description
The process of restoring a soft roof and the main stages of reconstruction are explained in the video:
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Roof repairs in Moscow are carried out by a number of construction companies, and some even specialize exclusively in roofing work. Rules and sequence of work:
- Complete safety for the repair team workers.
- The roof is opened only in dry weather.
- The dismantling itself is carried out in parts .
- Open areas are protected with covering materials in case of rain.
- Complete cleaning of the roof surface from construction debris should be carried out as quickly as possible; the quality of the repair work should not suffer.
- Work requiring the use of gas equipment must be carried out in strict compliance with fire safety regulations, especially on hot days.
- Only certified environmentally friendly or harmless materials should be used for replacement.
Large-scale roof replacement is carried out by a team in a short time in dry weather Source daviscontracting.org
At whose expense, and who carries out
According to legal requirements, residents must themselves maintain the house, which they own in accordance with shared participation, in proper condition. Financing the roof repair is not the responsibility of the management company - funds must be accumulated through monthly contributions from apartment owners. If the collected amount is not enough to pay for the services of the contractor and the purchase of materials, additional assistance may be provided by a special state fund created to assist in the maintenance of housing and communal services facilities.
Procedure for applying for roof repair in an apartment building
Unlike financing, the management company is responsible for organizing roof repairs. If leaks are detected, apartment owners must act in the following order:
- contact the management company, stating in a statement the circumstances and nature of the damage, information about the degree of urgency of repairs. The appeal is drawn up in two copies and delivered during a personal visit to the office, with correspondence registered in the incoming documentation. The second copy remains with the applicant after receiving a confirmation of delivery. Important! Receipt of the application by the addressee is guaranteed if the papers are sent by registered mail;
- in case of material damage resulting from a leak or other damage, you should apply to the court, documenting the circumstances in an act, with the participation of representatives of the management company, and taking photographs. This will allow compensation for losses - the management company’s responsibilities include organizing systematic monitoring of the serviceability of building structures and timely organization of repairs. If, as a result of unfair fulfillment of these requirements, the property of the residents suffers, the latter have the right to demand compensation in court;
- within ten working days, the management company must study the received documents and send a competent representative to determine the scope of the work to be done;
- Based on the results of the inspection, a report and a defective statement are drawn up; Subsequently, design documentation is developed, estimates are carried out, materials are purchased, and the contractor for the work is determined on a tender basis.
For the decision to repair the roof to become legal, more than half of the residents must vote “yes” at the general meeting. The results are recorded in a protocol signed by all participants.
Organizations carrying out roof repair work on apartment buildings
Specialized organizations that have received a license for this type of activity are allowed to carry out repair work on the roofs of apartment buildings. To repair the roof of an apartment building in Moscow or another city, a repair and construction company must have qualified specialists and repair personnel on staff and purchase the necessary equipment and machinery. Only after this can you hope to obtain permission from government authorities and issue a license.
When is it necessary to write an application and how to do it
The application must be drawn up after the first signs of roofing leaks in an apartment building. The need for repair is indicated by:
- spots appearing on the plaster layer of the ceiling;
- traces of stains on the walls;
- in serious cases - open leaks from tile joints.
If such traces appear, you must immediately draw up a statement and transfer the paper to the management company, keeping one copy with a receipt stamp.
In the future, a general meeting of residents should be convened to approve a decision on the need to take urgent measures.
Stages of overhaul of roofing structures
Total overhaul of the roof - technology for performing operations step by step:
- First, the worn material is removed;
- a thorough examination of the condition and quality of all structures and parts is carried out;
- if there are obvious and significant damages, they completely replaced ;
- fire-resistant layers are applied, and necessarily, over the entire roof area;
- are treated against pests;
- heat , hydro and noise protection is installed ;
- new are being installed ;
- A new covering .
Attention ! Before starting work, repairmen must very carefully remove all hanging wires and equipment from the roof: communication lines, television antennas, water drains, and so on.
It is recommended to entrust major roof repairs to professional roofers Source montaco.md
Pricing - what is included and how much will the overhaul cost?
A well-planned shift for major repairs makes it possible to save money. Therefore, you need to contact trusted companies selected on the basis of reviews or recommendations.
A correctly drawn up estimate is a calculation made after dismantling the old roof and identifying defects that need to be eliminated. To balance the exact cost you need:
- Calculate (very accurately and competently) the roof area , taking into account all the protrusions , depressions and other features, adding a margin of approximately 15%.
- If there is a need to replace the screed , you will need to calculate the amount of cement , sand and screenings .
- Choose the optimal roofing material, taking into account delivery (for example, free or with discounts).
- Make an accurate list of equipment and materials for the work.
- Calculate the cost of removing construction waste. Usually construction crews remove it themselves for an appropriate surcharge or free of charge.
The estimate will allow the customer to determine the financial capabilities when purchasing material and choosing a repair team.
Online roofing calculator
To find out the approximate cost of different types of roofing, use the following calculator:
Exterior view of the house before major renovations and after work to replace dilapidated materials Source stroimdom44.ru
An old village house has found a new life after reconstruction Source reklama.lv
Preparatory work and dismantling of the roof frame
Soft roof repair scheme.
Before starting work on dismantling the roof, you need to carry out some preparatory work. If necessary, the attic floor fastening is strengthened. It is imperative to dismantle all types of antennas and other communication lines and remove electrical wiring.
Depending on the situation, major repair work may involve dismantling and replacing roof framing members. The sheathing is dismantled to the formwork of the eaves overhang. The parapet grating, trays, eaves overhangs, and the remaining parts of the sheathing are dismantled from the attic. The rafters are the support of the roof; they cannot all be replaced at the same time. To ensure the stability of the entire structure, it is necessary to leave part of the sheathing, ideally every fifth element. Before dismantling the inclined rafters, the metal fasteners are removed.