How to remove shingles to do a repair

Removing 3-tab shingles using a flat bar to do a repair

[@1971SuperLead]

Okay, so, nearly four years ago I watched this video to replace some of the shingles that blew off my roof. Well, today I'm going back onto the roof to replace some more shingles that blew off the roof (60 mph gusts). I just want to say that the shingles I did replace 4 years ago are still in place and holding tight. Thank you for this informative video.

[@stevenpham1961]

Did you find it simple or fairly difficult?

[@AStanton1966]

Most shingles are rated to withstand 70 mph winds. I'm surprised that no safety police didn't chime in and tell you to put a safety harness on.

[@sixteenstone007]

Well it's been 4 years once again so I'm guessing you're about due for another repair lol.

[@jaredmccredie7599]

Not gonna reseal them.....?

[@danhoffmann5647]

Just a note to mention, that if you have a roof that faces prevailing strong winds in the bad months, like here on the Oregon coast, a good idea is to get the asphalt adhesive in a caulking gun, and run a bead under the tabs. 70+ winds can make a real mess of things if you don't . Great video

[@oldskoolwayy]

Best repair video ever ..simple. Not to techinical explaining it, this video deserves 2 million views..

[@RooflogicCA]

You’re very good at explaining the uses of the tools and the whole process as well. You also make it look so easy. Great job!

[@brentfarwick2182]

Gary, you should have been a teacher. You have a great gift for getting the heart of the matter in the most pleasant and straightforward way. Good stuff!

[@customit]

Hi everyone When I did these videos, I really didn't think they would get so many views. I did them to show people some things that things don't have to be complicated. I appreciate all the comments, good and bad, because you can learn from them all. In 2011 my wife and I photographed our first wedding and got hooked! I used to photograph back in the '80s and always had a camera, but something about the wedding inspired us to learn more. I still do remodeling, which includes roof repairs but down to 4 days a week and spending the rest of the time taking portraits, editing, and some video, which is a lot of fun. I'm leaving the roofing videos up, but I'm going to be leaving the industry to go into photography full-time next year after all the covid stuff clears up, hopefully. Our photography is G and E Studios. If you want to check it out, gandestudios.com (I've aged a little, but that's okay) Thank you, everyone, again for your likes and comments I'll still try to answer questions here when I can, have a great Thanksgiving and Christmas.

[@717UT]

I am a younger journeyman carpenter that works for a remodel company. I find I have to know a little of everything. Thank you for such a great video.

[@customit]

@@717UT I have been self employed for 32 years in remodeling, I have tried to learn all I can so I don't have to have other contractors to come in. Best of luck to you and enjoy it, it's nice to be able to fix anything that happens to your own home

[@jakedaonlysnake]

When he swung the hammer I instantly realized he was a pro

[@customit]

I'm glad that this is helping so many people, I still do a lot of roof repairs just be safe and if it makes you nervous getting up on your roof, you should call someone that has a good history of repairing or replacing.

[@IanStorrar]

Do more videos Gary. They're very helpful and you present it all very clearly. Looks like your website is no longer in use. Do you have a new one?

[@Nyck461]

Hey Gary; After replacing my roof a roofer installer left my skylight leaking around the roof. Skylight is almost new and it is not damaged. It leaks with nay light rain and it is damaging my ceiling. I want repair it by myself. What you suggest me to do first? Thanks.

[@runvnc208]

+Gary Jones Hello, thanks for your video. Having some difficulty removing composite shingles held down by staples (which I believe was done incorrectly). The shingles do not pop up like you show with the pry bar, instead they are stuck down very well and always seem to tear somewhere as I insert the bar, especially near the staples. They seem to be both brittle and also more malleable somehow. I am just trying to redo the valley since it was leaking but looking like I might have to remove all of the shingles on the upper portion because I cannot remove any cleanly. This is multiplying that part of the effort by about 10 X time and cost. Can't afford the roofing contractor quotes we got at all, which the most serious one was going to remove all of the shingles on that side of the roof and I think I know why now.

[@customit]

Your welcome

[@Tucsonroofgurusbiz]

#Benny Hannah Okay, so, nearly four years ago I watched this video to replace some of the shingles that blew off my roof. Well, today I'm going back onto the roof to replace some more shingles that blew off the roof (60 mph gusts). I just want to say that the shingles I did replace 4 years ago are still in place and holding tight. Thank you for this informative video. @Dan Simmons

[@loft4me]

Outstanding video. Nicely paced, covering all the basics for the first-time roof repairer like myself, such as tools required, shingle removal sequence, and number of nails and the position of the nails. Gives the viewer degrees of confidence towards the task at hand. Thanks, Gary.

[@customit]

Thank you for your kind words

[@ndbass09]

Outstanding review. Highly relevant, accurate and fair to the content.

[@danzeleski3936]

I understand why you got so many views. WELL DONE. Easy to understand and excellent demonstration. Gary, You rock.

[@davidrobins4025]

Thanks, Gary. Good clear instructions and video (without distracting music - thanks)

[@Sharkie626]

Almost 10 years ago now, I liked this video (it was 5 stars back then!), and here I am still watching it again today!

[@scotthester2189]

Excellent video, I do pressure washing, today the stabilizer bar pushed thru a shingle, so I told the customer I would be back to replace it, so I watched the video to prepare myself for the replacement, thanks again.

[@stinkdyr301]

You do a GREAT job succinctly describing WHAT & WHY you are doing each step. Thank you!

[@michaelstephanic328]

This is one of the best videos I've seen. Precise, clearly instructed and clearly demonstrated. great... simply great.

[@eliasgordon4321]

Completely roofing newby here, this video was exactly what I was looking for! Great job covering basic tools and some roofing rules of thumb!

[@c9sus4]

thanks so much. This is the best shingle- repair video.

[@grayone8361]

Gary, thank you for sharing your wisdom. I just replaced four wind damaged shingles at my neighbors, no sweat thanks to you!

[@KrK007]

Tornado has taken some shingles off my roof. I have no intention of filing a Homeowner's insurance claim, so this video is EXTREMELY informative. I'll be able to fix my own roof and save $500. Thank you!

[@unixman1891]

Exactly what I was looking for! Thanks Gary. Your explanation and camera view was perfect. At least you gave me the confidence to try and locate any loose/bad shingles. I have a roof leak that has developed after 8 years. Hmmm, I just realized I need to find the paperwork for the roof installation. I inherited the house. Thanks again.

[@customit]

You're welcome, good luck with everything

[@stunt509]

I have this video in my saved Playlist, listed under roof repair for the past 10 years and finally written a review of how thankful i am on how much your video has saved my roof. thank you so much

[@customit]

you are welcome, it's nice to save money when you can

[@lizlimon44]

New homeowner here. Thanks for this helpful video! 👍👍

[@JohnJustinNoel]

I needed to remove an entire section of fairly new shingles so I could replace a length rotten ant-infested roof trim along with the associated length of edge roof support since the particle board was screwed into it. I did not have the confidence to do it until after watching this. Thanks so much Gary.

[@aztecred92]

Gary, I wanted to thank you for taking the time to post your excellent shingle repair videos. I was able to replace a few damaged shingles on my house thanks to your thorough instruction.

[@jkwo2007]

Good video. Not only explaining the shingle repairs, but the proper tools to use. Very patient and detailed. Thanks a lot.

[@ccats27]

Thank you. I must say that this is one of the best, and informative from a non-BS perspective, videos I have seen on KZbin.

[@jjackson3193]

Thank you Gary. I'm not much of a handyman but after watching your video I was able to replace three shingles that came off during a windstorm. I also purchased a flat bar and a hooked knife which sliced right through the tile perfectly. Thanks again for helping myself and others with your very informative video!

[@bobpress1235]

If I needed a roofer, I probably would hire this guy, I like his demeanor.

[@jackmanjls]

I have several leaks in my roof. I've seen many of these type of vids on youtube. This presentation was by far the best I've seen....stands hands and feet above the others. Thanks for the help.

[@johnpetermann6544]

Thanks, just had worst winds thru Iowa in my memory. A derecho, up to 140 mph sustained winds. Your video will help me. Thanks again.

[@Rickrod22109]

Gary, Great video. Very cut and dry. You get right to the point! I plan on replacing some shingles for my daughter this weekend. Thank you!

[@customit]

You're welcome, good luck and be careful

[@systemBuilder]

Thanks very much for this video, I forwarded it to a friend who has just 1 shingle to repair. Great service to the public, thanks again!

[@cgrscott]

This is the most helpful shingle replacement video I have found, so far. Thanks so much. This is very helpful.

[@dlojazzyjanks]

Had some several shingles blown off due to strong winds. Never knew replacing the shingles like this was even possible. I greatly appreciate your helpful video. Thanks!

[@mixalis11111]

Great job Gary - this video is very helpful. Very thoughtful, logical, and detailed, and with great demeanor! Very much appreciated !!!!

[@VincentVillano-j5f]

Thanks for providing guidance and confidence to perform much needed repairs. Well done!!

[@jgarciaarabehety]

Thanks Gary, you are a true pro!!!, good teacher, nice mannered. I love when you support the nails with your left hand and at the same time pool up the shingle. Thanks again!!!

[@jakwebb444]

Thanks for the real detailed and informative vid. I'm the type of person who can't learn well from written instructions, but once I SEE something I'm much better at understanding it. Fixed my roof in no time thanx to your help.....

[@alltakennow]

Great video. I need to do a repair and had no idea where the nails would be and how to remove them. Now I'm confident I can do the repair without damaging shingles. Thanks a lot for taking time to make a video

[@Rip-Tear-Lacerate64]

Great video. One thing the “Novice” needs to understand is that once you detach the shingle with the flat bar. You also detach the asphalt that adheres the shingles together. Once that shingle detach s from the asphalt it is susceptible to the wind. In a high wind the exposed part of the shingle will flip over and break off. If you want to re attach the shingle. Put a “dab” of roofing cement under the tab of the shingles you’ve detached. That will re attach the exposed part of the shingle.

[@customit]

Thank you for that, I do that when I repair roofs. Sometimes when making a video you tend to forget some steps along the way

[@Sphinxone]

I'm just now watching this in may of 2022 and this is the best video I've seen on how to do this. Thank you!

[@customit]

your welcome

[@mazdaabe]

In an attempt to repair my own roof (with no experience by the way), I watched a couple of videos. Your video was the most helpful, well explained and in detail. Thank you very much.

[@risqueclay]

Hurricane Irene blew a bunch of shingles off my roof. Couldn't get anyone out to fix it so I watched this video, got up on the roof and did it myself. Not bad for a 58 year old woman! All the guys in the neighborhood are pretty impressed with me. Thank you for making this fine video.

[@The.Alabama.Woodsman]

Thank you for taking the time to make the video. I feel more equipped to repair my own roof now as no company, "has the time" to do such a small dollar amount repair.

[@customit]

It's always nice to be able to do it yourself, not waiting for someone else to show up and meanwhile, it's leaking

[@seriouslynow22]

This very well done video I watched last week gave me the confidence to remove a 13 year old diverter that was causing a leak. I had installed it in the first place. Perhaps that was the problem. But I carefully removed it and a row of shingles around 14' long. My roof is 15 years old now, and the shingles can tear more easily in the hot weather. Today it rained really hard for the first time since I did the repair. No leak! Thank you so much. I already paid once to get this leak fixed but they would not fix the actual problem. I have been trying for weeks to pay to get this done but no one shows up to work. Now it's done. And furthermore, I know how to do it myself. Thank you very much!

[@IStolf]

Thanks a lot Gary. Thanks for taking the time/effort to record this seemingly simple procedure just for ME 😄😄Now I’m going to tackle the shingles on my garage.

[@customit]

Hope it works out for you, it's not hard once you get the basics

[@YouTubeStudio101]

Thank you for discussing your tools as well.

[@yehyeh3389]

Thanks for the instruction. I need to take a single shingle out for warranty claim. The roofing company which installed my home shingles charge me $ 250 for removing a single shingle. Now I will do it myself. Your instructions help tremendously. Thanks again.

[@Malletman12]

Thank you SOOO much for this video. I'm a telephone man by trade so I see a lot of roofs, but never had to repair one...until today.

[@annarborbarber]

This was great! Easy to understand and I fixed my roof in an hour and a half including prep and cleanup. Excellent Gary!!! Thanks.

[@ezgruv]

Just wanted to say thanks for the clear instructions. I was able to replace several sections of shingles this morning with ease because of your guidance. Thanks!

[@jvhamby5]

I think you done great explaining this to folks. I've been roofing for 26 years.

[@michaeladams8517]

No fair! You've done this before! You know what your doing! Looks Great! Now I know WHERE to place the nails! No more willy nilly! Thank you for the CORRECT information. I have found that if the TAR/SEALER on the backside of the shingle is gone/no good, I go back and add 30 year silicone to STICK and hold the LOOSE edge of the shingle down to the shingle below it. Every spring, i would go up on the roof and replace missing/damage shingles. Maybe buy 1 bag of shingles from the big box store. Because of this springtime maintenance, I kept my roof in GOOD shape for 28 years in Santa Clarita, Ca. Never did I ever have to layout BIG BUCKS to purchase a NEW roof! Again, thanks for the CORRECT/GREAT info! Michael Reno, NV

[@SarahandJasonDavis]

After a long days work, I discovered a leaky roof. This resulted in me searching youtube for various videos for a DIY repair. Though this video didn't provide me with all the knowledge I needed for the repair, it was quite informative. Thank you for posting this video I thank you for my newly acquired knowledge.

[@brucejandrey3585]

Thanks for getting straight to the point. Great info. Audio could be better, but could still hear everything.

[@its_hammer_time3694]

Excellent instructional video sir! Helped me do a small shingle replacement on my roof after a major wind storm :)

[@BUICKRUSH]

Excellent video. Clear and nothing too complicated for diy. Thanks

[@groundzeroparty]

Gary; I watched several videos, but yours made it a no brainer. 8 years later after and it really helped me out. I have been looking for a roofer for 5 months finally did it myself with your wonderful help and easy to follow description.

[@shawnj9655]

Awesome job of explaining, thank you for sharing this info!! I will be using this very soon to fix damage from a hurricane.

[@zeguine]

Thanks you just saved me a lot of money in the middle of winter did my repairs myself for 60 $ .

[@BurstVideoCompiled]

Thank you very much Gary! This is the most informative video that I have watched! Incredibly helpful.

[@ezv.5701]

Thank you! Hurricane Michael blew off a few shingles and I replaced them thanks to your video.

[@freethinker1957]

Gary: Just want to thank you for such a clear video! I'm about to repair a leak in my roof, and could not figure out how to replace 3-tab shingles in the section needing repairs. Your video makes it very simple and easy to understand. Again, thank you for sharing your expertise.

[@2010bigfathen]

I like to see people that are proud of what they do and do it right, these kind of folks are hard to find, I like your style, great video

[@jboshear]

Hi Gary, thanks so much for this video. After watching it I decided to remove the entire first 3 rows of shingles and I'm glad I did because I found 3 places where the underlayment was torn. The most valuable information I learned from watching the video was the way you held the nail with two fingers while holding up the existing shingle with your thumb. Dude, that saved me a ton of aggravation. Thanks buddy.

[@wmweirich]

Its been over 40 years since I roofed a home on the Coast of NorCal with my buddy and his Dad. Thanks for the refresher!!! On to the project..... fix'n the man-shed in the backyard. I bought 1" nails, hopefully those are long enough.

[@customit]

On a 3 tab shingle it will be fine, the roofing nail suppose to penetrate the decking so that when it comes through the other side you have about a quarter of an inch showing. On the overhangs where it's open with a T&G application I use a 3/4" nail because if it comes through it gets ugly. Did a lot of these in Fla.

[@genet8397]

Thanks, Gary for you generous video. It helped me a lot to understand how to.

[@peterneville2095]

Wow! Nice job, now I know why Virgil had me put the nail through my fingers so that my thumb was free. Excellent video...even the shingles looked brittle, and the sky gray. Thanks.

[@TheDatsyukian]

Proper nail placement is key for a safe roof. Nice repair video

[@RobinByron]

Shed roof took a beating from hurricane Matthew here in SC last week. Thanks to your great, concise repair video, it'll be fixed in no time. Thank you, Gary. Grateful for the newer roof on the house which was unscathed. ;)

[@michaelmartinez3944]

Thank you for your video. You made everything simple and clear with no complicated thought. I hope you continue to pass on your knowledge as you help the DIYer as well as the homeowner. God Bless

[@boatdetective]

Simple, straight forward and to the point. Thank you, sir, for sharing your knowledge.

[@lawrencemoffett2772]

Excellent video. I don’t understand why anyone would give it a thumbs down.

[@customit]

I don't understand it either, but that's ok

[@Mark-OutWest]

Thank you for this video. It makes me want to tackle my 100 square foot roof on my shed myself. Had a company out who wanted 900 to do it. Same shingles as in this video.

[@Agueybana55]

Gary thank you so much for taking the time and shared your expertise on roofing. I definitely will use this knowledge to repair my roof. Thanks.

[@MegaTom123]

Great Video! Very informative, right to the point, no editorial! I wish more people would follow your lead.

[@345kobi]

Excellent. Knows what he is doing. Stuck to the purpose. Made it easy for me to install several shingles. Thanks.

[@atdougherty]

Very well done instruction video, this guy is the Mr Rodgers of roofing repair, thanks a bunch dude!!

[@mountainman615]

Thanks Gary! My roof was damaged last year from Hurricane Laura. 150 mph sustained winds! While waiting for my roof to be replaced I found a stack of extra shingles in my garage I’d forgotten I had and used those to repair the damaged ones! Sure beats a tarp! Thanks again buddy!

[@customit]

Your are more than welcome, whole a lot better than a tarp

[@robertsisti6945]

This video helped me find and fix several leaks with my roof. Bad nailing by the installer. After watching this I had confidence to fix myself. Thanks so much

[@scottfree2929]

This is something I always wanted to know but nobody could show me. Thanks for a knowledgeable and easy understanding video.

[@pgballou]

Great instructional video ! Appreciate all the details - Tools, Procedure and materials. Had a racoon tear off some shingles and chew a hole through the roof leaving quite a damaging leak from the rain last week in Massachusetts. Adding a little flashing over the hole and a few of hours work, your video shows the exact repair that I need to make. Thanks for taking the time and effort to make this video for those of us who do not do this type of work as a routine.

[@geerdad]

Thank you for your clear explanation and demonstration. This was exactly what I needed to see to make sure that I wasn't missing a key step. Your explanation of how to remove the old shingles, as well as where and how many nails to apply to the new shingles helped me do my repairs with confidence.

[@joybethluna]

This video is very helpful, and I really appreciate you taking the time to share this information. It helps homeowners like me make our own repairs when we're short on funds. Thank you!

[@customit]

Joy Luna Your welcome, I know how it is when you can't afford something and taking the time to learn to save you money is a good thing

[@harveyge1]

Nicely done. Thanks. I loved the closeups of the flat bar and knives. Very helpful.

[@barryallenflash1]

Thank you Gary! Very straight forward and to the point. It would be nice if EVERY repair video was like this, but not everyone wants to be as simple as you. They gotta throw in their this and that......

[@customit]

Thanks, Brian, some things don't need to be complicated

[@W1AEX]

Thanks Gary. I had a pine tree come down on the roof last night and it left a nice neat 3 inch hole right through the roof and sheetrock in the room below. Fortunately, I have shingles left over from the roofing job 12 years ago. Your instructions have been very helpful!

[@davidmitchell6256]

Getting ready to go up and fix a leak, this was fantastic. Thanks Gary.

[@customit]

Thank you and save some money along the way

[@williampowell4187]

I've been roofing since I was 8 years old I'm 38 now and I still enjoy your videos very professional

[@stan7895]

This was a fantastic video. Thank you for taking the time to demonstrate and share this with the world. It's people like you and content like this that make the Internet and the sharing of knowledge successful.

[@stanfordcoffee]

Hi Gary, I had a nail poking up through the shingles from the plyboard, causing a leak. I easily replaced two of the shingles, and remove the nail, thanks to your video. Cheers

[@customit]

you're welcome, that happens a lot and before you know it you have rotted decking

[@spravdin]

Thanks Gary! Very detailed and straightforward.

[@timothysparks6293]

Excellent and informative video. Well done and thanks.

[@gilbertaveno]

I'm glad I saw your video. I'm trying to do some repair on my roof and I need to remove couple of shingles roof. Thanks a lot for sharing this. I found some sh*ty work when I was in the process of replacing fascia boards on my house. That's why I refuse to hire somebody to work on my roof. I can do better job. I just watch videos like yours.

[@johnnylackland3992]

Very good of you to identify and explain the Pitfalls of improper shingle installations.

[@hullzy24]

Great instruction and so easy to follow. We live in a very windy area so every couple of years I inevitably have to go up on the roof for a repair. I review this video every time before I do. Well done Gary and glad you have found another passion to pursue! Thanks again and all the best!

[@customit]

Thank you hullzy, I'm still doing repairs and remodeling hoping to get away from it one day.

[@danielhinich5054]

Awesome video. Clear and concise. Thanks!

[@dharlow5810]

One of the best roofing videos I've seen. Ty for posting.

[@hntr2003]

thanks for video info. contractor wanted to replace my sister-in-laws roof. There was around 10 shingles that needed replaced. With video info had no trouble saving her thousands. Got everything to make repairs for about $50. Thanks.

[@purrungas2012]

very nice explanation and excellent video, thank you much, you should be an inspector we need people like you here in california who do not seem like they take inspections too serious. thanks again

[@haida72]

Redoing the roof this weekend on one side. Was wonderin how to fix missing ones on the other side that was done just couple years ago. Thank you very much !