Painting On Steep Roofs

How to work on a steep roof.

Painting on steep roofs.

Create a triangular platform with an angle opposite the roof a bevel gauge and level will show you what the level needs to be. Very helpful in painting a gable end over a garage exactly as shown in old alex s photo. Tool to fasten ladders to roofs to make steep roof accessible. There is a simple inexpensive method that will allow you to safely work off your roof and access the areas you need to paint.

Start on the lowest tiles on your roof and work your way toward the peak. This is for someone who knows their abilities. To give the platform traction on the steep roof we attached two strips of self adhesive weatherstrip to the underside. How to work on a steep roof by braniac hunker may earn compensation through affiliate links in this story.

The best ladder tool you can buy. I do not like being on steep roofs and would probably not use this on anything steeper than 6 12. We made ours of half inch plywood with a lip around the top. Replace any damaged parts on your roof before painting.

Roofing on rope is more so. Some roofs are so high and so steep that even working from scaffolding can be dangerous. Work during a sunny day so you don t have to worry about inclement weather while you re on your roof. A roofing harness provides the extra security you need when working on such a roof.

My roofs are 5 12 so pretty easy to walk around on i get up there many times a year to blow out the gutters and sweep my chimney. Keep working on all of the spots that damaged until your roof is completely finished. It comes as a set that.