How To Replace Damaged Roof Shingles

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Even when it seems that the roof is falling in–or the floor is opening up beneath you–there are often simple ways to solve larger problems on your own. Your roof is the most important part of your house. A roof leak will quickly destroy your home and turn it into a rotting decayed moldy mess. You should not only have spare roofing materials on hand, but know how to make repairs. Once the stores close, you will be out of luck.

A broken shingle is both ugly and a leak waiting to happen. But as long as you can find matching shingles (and you’re not afraid of heights), the repair is straightforward. Pick a day when the weather is moderate to do the repair—too cold and the shingles can crack; too warm and the shingle sealants are tough to break. Check out this video and learn how to repair a missing or broken shingle:

How To Replace Damaged Roof Shingles