Pull the tarp tight and smooth out wrinkles.
Temporary roof fix tarp.
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Partially unroll your tarp to cover the damaged area from the roof s eaves to peak.
There should be an additional 4 feet.
Assess the extent of the damage.
Steps for repair nailing method identify if you have a puncture through the roof s shingles and plywood.
The thicker the tarp is the better if it has uv.
Place your wood planks over the edges so that it doesn t move while you secure it.
But if your roof needs emergency repairs using a temporary tarp is your best bet.
Don t forget to use a ladder to climb up on the roof.
Create an anchor board by rolling the tarp s peak end with a 2 x 4 inch board and nailing the tarp to your board with.
After clearing away the dirt and debris scattered on the roof go to the affected area and measure the size of the damage.
Sandwich the tarp by nailing a second 2 x 4 board to.
Roll the tarp over the damaged area taking care that it extends at least 3 on all sides.
If you have a ladder a knife a cordless drill saw you are all set just need to pick up some supplies a tarp that.
Place the tarp unfold or unroll your tarp to cover the damaged area over the roof s peaks and eaves making sure to cover the damaged area and leave at least a foot of tarp on each side.
A tarp that will at least extend past the damaged area by at least 3 on each side the bottom the ridge the thicker.
If so you will need to cover that hole with a.
Roof tarps for temporary roof covers and roof repairs.