How to deal with the roofs of old houses in rural areas

The roofs of old houses in rural areas often have various problems, such as water leakage, damage and aging, under the long-term wind and sun exposure, dripping rain and years of erosion. In order to protect the house and increase its service life, it should be treated and maintained in time. The following are the main treatment methods:

1. Replace tiles

The tiles in the old house must be replaced if they are seriously damaged. Before replacement, the original tiles should be cleaned, the same materials and specifications as the original tiles should be selected, and reliable materials should be used. Pay attention to the construction quality when replacing, to ensure the smooth and firm installation of ceramic tiles and avoid water leakage.

stop a gap

When the old tile pit is cracked or damaged, it is easy to leak water. At this time, it can be filled with materials such as cement and gypsum. Clean the tile pit first, and then apply the material to the crack or damage. It should be noted that waterproof treatment must be carried out in time after filling to prevent water leakage.

3. Install waterproof layer

On the basis of the original roof, covering the waterproof layer can effectively solve the roof leakage problem. At present, the better waterproof materials are rubber waterproof coating and crystal elastic coating. You can choose suitable materials and build a layer of waterproof material on the original roof of the house. In order to achieve better protection effect, multi-layer waterproof coating can be applied repeatedly.

4. Replace the roof structure

If the roof structure of the house is simple and has a long service life, you can consider replacing the roof structure. The new roof can be insulated and waterproof as needed, and the old wood structure or steel structure can be replaced with new materials to ensure the new roof has a longer life and stronger waterproof.

In a word, the treatment of roofs of old houses in rural areas needs scientific methods and good construction level, so as to better solve problems, prolong the life of houses and ensure people's safety and comfort.