Previous black tar roof repair leaking.
Attached is a photo of the on old repair (not my own) on my travel trailer. It has begun to leak during heavy rain. Any ideas of a quick repair ? Rubber roof patching, spray filler etc ? than...
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Good thing you're in LA for the temperature although I know El Nino is about to replenish your reservoirs.
I've removed that type of roof patch and here's what I'd do if I owned it: Mask off around it with newspaper or plastic and tape. Take a hairdryer or heat gun on it and see if it will soften up. Pry it off with putty knives. If it doesn't soften, it means it was a latex based patch and you'll have to grind/cut/sand it off. When you get down to the roof membrane, clean with a solvent like mineral spirits or acetone. Wash and rinse.
Now you need to seal the leaking area and I'd suggest to use Eternabond tapes. They are expensive, compared to caulks but you'll only have to do it once and everything will be sealed for the life of your trailer.
Best of luck and enjoy any rain coming your way.
I've removed that type of roof patch and here's what I'd do if I owned it: Mask off around it with newspaper or plastic and tape. Take a hairdryer or heat gun on it and see if it will soften up. Pry it off with putty knives. If it doesn't soften, it means it was a latex based patch and you'll have to grind/cut/sand it off. When you get down to the roof membrane, clean with a solvent like mineral spirits or acetone. Wash and rinse.
Now you need to seal the leaking area and I'd suggest to use Eternabond tapes. They are expensive, compared to caulks but you'll only have to do it once and everything will be sealed for the life of your trailer.
Best of luck and enjoy any rain coming your way.
