Tools and Materials

Tools

Materials

Replacement Roofing Felt Rolls
Galvanized Roofing Nails
Roofing Tile Adhesive

Why Replace the Roofing Felt?

The roofing protects the home from severe weather and is a strong insulator. However, it is exposed to multiple weather conditions, which can deteriorate the quality of the felt and lead to roof leakages. To prevent this, you must occasionally replace the roofing felt with a new roll of felt.

How to Replace Roofing Felt Under Tiles

When you notice that your roofing felt is leaking or there is a crack, it’s best to replace it as soon as possible. Unfortunately, if the felt is placed under the tiles, then there is no way to replace roof felt without removing the tiles.

Caution

Protect yourself by wearing safety items like gloves, goggles and non-slip boots while replacing the felt and tiles. Use a safety harness when working on sloped or high roofs.

First, use a ladder and other appropriate safety equipment to climb up the roof. Remove the ridge and hip tiles using a crowbar. Then, trim and scrape off the old felt using tin snips. You will also have to scrape away all the remaining old tile adhesive. Also, remember to sweep away any debris using a broom.

Caution

Work carefully and use safety ropes when working on steep roofs. You should also ask someone to hold the ladder while you’re climbing.

Lay the new felt over the roof and trim it to the edges using tin snips. First, secure only one corner of the top portion of the roof.

After this, work downwards, fixing nails every 6 inches where the felt has been overlaid. Before nailing, apply a bead of tile adhesive along the outer edges of the rake.

Good to Know

Check the local building codes for any specifications on the type of felt to be applied.

Fixing Broken Roof Tiles

In some cases, you may also experience issues with broken or missing tiles on the roof. Ideally, they should be repaired when the felt is replaced because that will be the most efficient time. To replace the broken, loose tiles or ridge tiles, you should do the following steps:

Roof beams, especially along the horizontal ridge at the top of the roof, may also require fixing. Firstly, lift any loose or chipped tiles and remove the old adhesive. Then, securely place replacement ridge tiles. Apply new tile adhesive using the caulk gun on the undersides before fixing them to prevent water leakage through the joints.

It is important to change the roofing felt and do concrete tile roof repairs to avoid leakage in weak roofs. Simple repairs such as bonding loose or broken tiles can restore the roof's ability to withstand harsh weather. Replacing the felt occasionally and affixing the tiles on the roof will ensure that your home stays safe from leakages and harsh weather for a long time.

How To Replace Roofing Felt Under Tiles