Replacing Lost Roof Shingles

Use the claw of a hammer to loosen the adhesive under the tabs 2 rows above the damaged shingles and then loosen any exposed nails with the claw.

Replacing lost roof shingles. Work your way down to the damaged shingles loosening adhesive and nails so. In these photos we ve marked it with black spots the first step obviously requires the removal of the nails holding that shingle to the roof deck. We had a wind storm recently blow off one shingle and damage 3 shingles on our garage. To access the nails the shingle will need to be lifted.

In order to replace damaged roof shingles you need to remove the damaged shingle install the new one and seal the edges. Carefully lift the upper shingle and secure the new shingle with roofing nails. How to replace a damaged shingle. When replacing a damaged asphalt roof shingle you can either replace the entire piece or cut the shingle into sections and replace just a single tab.

Slide the new shingle up into place and secure it with four nails. And as long as you re on the roof inspect the others close up as well as the flashing to find out whether any shingles are damaged or likely to cause problems in the future. When asphalt shingles are loose or missing you can easily replace and refasten them. In that case tear out the damaged shingle and cut v notches in the replacement to fit around the four nails.

In the photo below the target shingle perhaps it needs replacement due to damage from a falling object or roof pests is located.