Flat Roof Above Bay Window Leaking

Have lived in the house for many years without problem and then suddenly during heavy rain water started dripping from the ceiling inside.

Flat roof above bay window leaking.

Most commonly this is the technique that is used to fix a leaking bay roof window or flat lead roof but it can also be used in almost all leaks where a split or hole in the lead is the culprit. Never ever code 4 so be careful. Leak above bay window. Looking for some help to solve a problem of water leaking through the roof of a flat lead topped bay window.

Hi i have a detached house built in 1987 the front has a upvc bay window on the ground floor with a timber framed font above up. Often due to the age of the house the original roofing sealant will break down and start to crack and fall apart. If you notice signs of discoloration or water running down your windows the casings need to be reapplied. This is done by way of using timbers called furrings which are say 2 0 forming a fall.

Diy and trade repair this video on lead roof repair shows a long lasting repair for a lead roof. The first roofer who was recommended by a friend and fixed the bay suggested the leak was actually coming from the main roof and running down the wall through the window and sill above which had a huge amount of water on the sill inside when we looked at it exiting in the interior of the bay window there is a water line on the render coming from the roof down to the widow above the bay the sill of this window sits on top of the bay. According to home guides silicone caulk on the exterior of the window is the best sealant choice. Can t find source of leak coming through roof of bay window.

So here it is use a product called henry s roof patch depending where the leak is scrape off some of the old patch go to home depot and have a real roofing guy to help you you will use a metal. The use of heat is required. Hi i have a tall two storey victorian house that has been converted into two flats my flat is the ground floor one and has a bay. Then cover these with new timber decking in 3 4 sterling board and then fix the new waterproof top.

Look at costs for lead in minimum code 5 or six the higher the number the thicker the lead.