How to fix roof tiles leaking?

tommymac

Hi gang,

Have recently had the roof repointed and some damaged tiles replaced. The pointing looks good and weep holes have been drilled but I am still getting water leak through the overlaps. Had previously thought the pointing had failed (it needed doing anyway) 

the tiles look good so I’m not clear how to resolve this (cannot afford a whole new roof with sarking).

it seems some areas only leak during excessive rain but a couple of areas including the one pictured seem to leak with even moderate rain fall.

thanks 

EricL

Hello @tommymac 

This feels like a needle in a haystack scenario. Since the roof has only been recently repaired it should be technically still under warranty. I propose calling your roofer back and telling them of what's been happening and asking them to repair the leaks.

Generally speaking, the only repair method that comes to mind is to do a tile-by-tile test and see which one is loose or bridging incorrectly. It's going to have to be a two-person job as one person pours water on the tile, and one observes underneath. Once you locate the source of the leak you can then apply a sealant or perhaps correct its layout.

Let me call on our experienced members @Dave-1 and @Nailbag for their recommendations.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric