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CLIENT ADVISORYThe lacing
felt, or “tar paper”, underlayment (shake liner) was exposed and “burned
through” in a number of places on the South side of the roof. This condition was a significant concern. It
should be addressed in accord with the recommendations offered at the
beginning of this report. Evidence of
leakage was observed on the underside of the roof over the North side. In our opinion, this roof was no longer
reliable, and one should plan for its replacement in the very near
future. We recommend consultation with
one or more licensed, competent roofing contractors for advice and cost
estimates. This condition was a significant concern. It should be addressed in accord with the
recommendations offered at the beginning of this report. |
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descriptiVE INFORMATIONRoof Coverage Area: · The entire dwelling Slope, Pitch, Of The Roof: · Medium Roof Covering Material: · Medium cedar shakes. An informative discussion of various roof
coverings begins on page 26 in The Homeowner’s Handbook. Number of Layers: · One Estimated Age of Covering: · Original
installation Valleys Were Flashed With: · Sheet metal Edges/Sides Flashed With: · Sheet metal Penetrations Sealed With: · Sheet metal Roof Drainage System: · Gutters and
downspouts Method of Inspection: · Inspected from the roof
surface – the inspector walked upon the roof and examined it from above observations & recommendationsWood Shake Surface
Many shakes on this roof had curled because of prolonged exposure to the elements and inherent weakness in those particular shakes. This is generally only an aesthetic issue, but if the shakes break, or the underlying lacing felts become exposed, the defective shakes should be replaced.
Many of the shakes on the roof were worn and/or deteriorated. ç For
important additional information on this item, please be sure to read the
Client Advisory in the column to the left. |
