FLAT ROOFING REPAIR : how to FIND AND FIX water leaks on any FLAT ROOF !!

How to find and fix water leaks, on any flat roof : I took this video while I was doing a commercial repair on a building , hope the tips I give you on this video ,help you to understand how the commercial system works and hope you get a ton of service call when you know how to fix them , good luck and success in your business.
Eric Garcia.

[@danielwright481]

Thank you so much. I'm a maintenance man of a hotel and I felt overwhelmed and in over my head and your video started Paving away to my success. I feel that you are a very honest man and a fair contractor. You do what you can but people just don't listen. It's important that us Americans stick together whether we're yellow purple white black or blue it does not matter we are all Americans in this together and I thank you for your contribution and knowledge my friend thank you

[@jaredhill2036]

Damn you too huh !

[@nathangalvez9642]

Fantastic video thank you!

[@jjooeegg1]

This guy is one of the best channels on all of YT . I just love how smart and high level pro he is . Along with truly trying to help others . Respect 🙌

[@edgarbaring6319]

I was a roofer in tx. For 30 years, and cutting into the roof is the same way I used to pinpoint leaks on flat roofs. Good job

[@dennyhill7106]

I am repairing a flat roof that has a slight slope and has flooded my bathroom and kitchen , for the last 2 years, and it's on a small cabin .i decided to do it myself,and have learned more on your video than I have anywhere else ,and that is because of the way you explained it.thank you for showing me the right way to patch all the nail holes,and how to check where the water could be coming in. am only doing a repair,but think I can do this now. thanks, chyrise

[@foggiapainting]

Thank you so much. I am a maintenance man in San Diego. We just purchased our first home and the flat roof is leaking. Your video is a great help. 👍👍

[@Starcross42]

Knowledge is better than video quality. Agreed. Thank you. This was very helpful.

[@brianhendricks5326]

love the triangle cut and patch to check for moisture. your methods work.

[@francescocaringi983]

I like this guy. Thanks for the info. Never thought about cutting to check the ply wood. Im gonna try that.

[@solarsaturnn8090]

Thank you, awesome flat roof repair video, now I can tackle what seemed so overwhelming.

[@PatrickPrice-ny2ie]

Thanks! I too am fixing a flat roof leak next to a Air Conditioner.

[@Demonaire69]

I love your videos because I apply what I learn from your videos to my field. Your videos are really helpful I just wish you would have shown here how you applied the emulsion and polyester. Thanks!

[@PatrickHoelckTheMan]

Thank you Eric... love your narration

[@jfarinacci0329]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. Your videos are so good.

[@jfarinacci0329]

Good work Eric. Thank you.

[@michaelwalling8281]

Thanks Eric you gave me some good ideas.

[@Itsuser_1234]

Thanks for the insight. Respect.

[@lilynunez2618]

Thanks so much,I'm definitely doing this since the professional roofers I paid couldn't fix it in 3 times that they came.

[@dysaster4521]

Im considering it aswell, These contractors charge an obscene amount of money for something so simple

[@r.arabian3056]

I enjoy your videos and your sense of humor. Im learning too, which I appreciate as well. Keep up the good work!

[@williamglover826]

Thanks I can tell how professional and knowledgeable you are ! Wish it was you that put my roof on,TPO flat roof.ponding still after built up..15,000 later...Texas

[@arzengjocaj8084]

You the man ...🤝👍

[@andrewvoros4037]

Amen, experience beats polished videos any day ! Many thanks for the info.

[@97dodgeram1]

Your like a roof leak detective. Good job

[@mrchef1038]

Great tips and very useful Thanks

[@hardworker8048]

GRACIAS AMIGO Y FELICES FIESTAS !!!!!!!!!

[@kylekoverola8654]

We been doing this too!! Gives u a good 8 foot area, cause it can travel

[@timgraaff7551]

Thanks great video, it helped a lot.

[@andrewbeaudry9705]

What is the name of the product you use for flashing and patching? The white stuff, with the mesh. Is it some kind of polyurethane or silicone? Thanks

[@drothecreator6327]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge brother! Blessings to you and the family!!

[@AlexanderHernandez-ud6wy]

I want to thank you for the video however I have one question I understood everything you were saying except I noticed you had a roll of something that was probably 2 feet why but you never really truly explain what that was and how you apply that part I noticed you did it in the area that the air conditioner was but how exactly you apply it You can reply and I appreciate it my number is 717-364-9848 my other question is is this process that you would use the same process for a rubber roof or what exactly do you call the roof that you did what type of roof was this I know with a flat roof because I have leaks in the rubber roof that is flat also you said that you ask them or you suggested to them to put a crackle or something but they never took your suggestion I was wondering if you can explain what that is I think you something to make the water move Remove and drain instead of standing still but if you can explain that to me I would really appreciate it thank you my name is Alex

[@mindabarton6810]

Eric thank you for sharing this and God bless you!

[@mindabarton6810]

Thank you for sharing your Video God bless you!!

[@vbattechnologies5437]

Eric, me encantan tus videos. Aprendo mucho de tu sabiduria. No intento faltar el respeto. Te sugiero mas cuidado con la profanidad. Saludos hermano. Que Dios te bendiga y sigue adelante.

[@alejandroleon8149]

Chidoooo maestro 👨‍🏫 gracias 🙏🏻!! Muy buen vídeo bendiciones 🙏🏻🫶🖖

[@eastonmurray6064]

Hi from I see of your video it looks good so I will see if I can find this material thanks for sharing

[@jeffreyfuhz]

very useful information, thank you.

[@justinsquires40]

Z a b@nsnsnsnsn

[@deborahbaca1345]

Very helpful 👌

[@anthonymaffie8247]

Can you tell me what roofing cement you're using on leaks like this?

[@angelacalifornia7756]

Love your video, thank you for teaching me a few very important things about leaking roofs. My only problem was that it was/is very hard to hear you with all the back round noise. Wish only you would be speaking only your voice no tools and noisy machines. Just an little helpful advice but your still my favorite!

[@Brandon-no3vc]

Thanks Eric

[@ROBtheAFFILIATE]

Hi, I noticed you're not using asphalt primer, is it because you're using the wire brush to reveal what's under the granules?

[@davidrenteria3927]

Thank you excellent video

[@user-ez2bs3fq1x]

What if i have shingles on a flat patio roof ? What material to seal it? I was going to get flex seal? Thk u

[@joaquinlopez997]

eric, please do a video on turning the shingle roof into a tile roof. i want to do this to my house but people tell me i need to reinforce my trust in the attic. if you did a video on how to reinforce the roof that would help thank you. i like your style & i use your style here in arizona.

[@manotas1960]

YOU DONT HAVE TO WHEN YOU APPLY LITE WEIGH TLE

[@sonofapollo5892]

Good job

[@migbam6922]

Just the effort of u filming and teaching the public is great enough. Most won’t care about the quality but knowledge is always key. Thanks

[@Sekhubara]

Bienvenidos de Albuquerque NM!

[@happydays454]

Hi I love nm roofers

[@sammannightmare7455]

hi do u do side jobs? im in riverside

[@MaYbYl8eR]

thank you i get cheap rent from my girlfriends mom i try to take care of the house and will try to fix several leaks this spring

[@walterargueta9773]

Hey sir I had a question how you can I repair a seam came loose from torch down roof can you help me with that thank you

[@shahsmerdis]

Hi there, any chance you can go over the category of products you use and their different uses? There so many different roofing products 3 years warranty 7 10 etc. some from 30 dollars for 5 gal to 230 dollars for 5 gallons. All with different uses. hard to get started when you dont even know how to use the tools Thank you :)

[@Airbender24B]

Will a utility knife cut the roof?

[@edgarbaring6319]

I have done repairs on roofs for 35 years, and that's exactly how i would pin point where to find leaks on flat roofs , i find you and i do roofing the same, you have a crew, i just worked by myself. You are in California, i am in tx. Stay safe my friend.

[@alfaroalex67]

Gracias amigo

[@dieryarias]

What materials did you used?

[@miguelrios6152]

How much you charge per sq and how muc you charge for repair?

[@edward8972]

Hey bro I was wondering if you could do how to find a leak on a EPDM ballasted roof. I’m a leak and repair guy in Vancouver bc and those ones are really tough, I’m pretty new at it even though I’ve roofing for 12 years I’ve mostly been a production guy.

[@KrystalLaHaye]

Thank you

[@marcodelossantos8759]

Hey erick buen trabajo Mira esta trabajo para una compania Y andamos buscando un buen roofer y tenemos trabajo como puedo comunicarme

[@rigobertosalgado1791]

What is name of gray coating for the flat roof

[@MrDaltonayers]

What is the name of the black material you are spreading on? My grandmother has a flat roof and needs repairs ASAP!! Help needed thank you!!

[@realestatelife4081]

Did he just say, it’s all f*•^ing wet?!? 😂🤦🏻‍♀️

[@13r4nd0]

Thanks for the knowledge.

[@sivadyert]

What silvercoat product do you like best?

[@brandonmccall3661]

Trey Davis Karnak aluminum coat is a great product

[@vonzellajackson1366]

Very knowledgeable...I'm a woman & I'm tempted to go up on my roof to see what I can see atp

[@tony8859]

He’s not very knowledgeable!! He’s actually doing the job completely wrong

[@Sckat28]

@@tony8859 what is he doing wrong then?

[@badroni5757]

Hi, what is that compound you are using and where is it available for purchase ?

[@daytoncottrell286]

Roofing cement, can buy it at Home Depot, menards, etc. Or you can get better grade stuff from a local building/roofing supply store

[@kevincowan7131]

Have u ever had roof leak from outside parapet wall ?

[@cjhsu7975]

Hi Eric, Thank you for showing how to find leaking area. I have a new roof, but the roofer installed the roof can not find the leaking spot. Where is your company? Can you share your company name?

[@juliotrujillo2683]

I would advise a way to find a leaky roof is to die or color with a strong non toxic colorant some 3 or 5 gallons of water.Then on a dry day go up to the roof and apply some water at different locations on the roof area at periods of 30 minutes. Not all at once. Then you go down every time and with a flash light see if you find the colored water and relation to where you poured the water or some where else . Water travels amazingly from one point to other.

[@xcolonel]

what kind of cement is that?

[@vincelawrence6909]

Show some prices for patch jobs , can you get anything done on a roof below 1000.00 dollars?

[@luisvelazquez942]

En donde está la gotera esa ?

[@marguti3881]

what are the name of products ?

[@sooesoss6063]

How do you price a repair... where are you located?

[@andresmoves]

What's the name of the black substance?

[@YOBREADKNIGHT]

Meaning its rainy season, and you betta be gettin paid!

[@Danzchannel1]

I actually think you have a pretty nice camera Eric. What brand and model is it? It's always had a good clear image, in my opinion Brother! Good work as always, stay cool!

[@Garciasroofing]

thanks for the comment

[@Garciasroofing]

I mention the camera because I have a friend that has a construction and roofing company , they use this guy that goes to the job sites and uses a drone with HD camera and they edit their videos very nice and professional. the down side is ,they take a video of people working and the final roof results or any other work. The bad thing is , they don't explain how the work is done and i personally think people want to learn or watch how the work is done . They have about 40 subscribers and their videos reach about 30 views in a whole month ...they realize their youtube videos are not working out ...I don't pay anything but I try to show you how I do it . greetings. Eric G.

[@MarcoRodriguez-lr2xt]

Roofing Solutions By Eric Garcia I totally agree; I myself like to watch videos to learn how things are done. Your camera is just fine in my opinion.

[@redsresearch]

shouldnt you put tar down over the whole area you scraped with wire brush?

[@juliotrujillo2683]

Please, can you tell the difference between roof cement and asfalto coating ?

[@jellyman7658]

Roof cement is temporary and asfalto is permanent . And you should listen to this guy he need to put a patch . That cement will deteriorate in a few years

[@josecanisales3491]

What black tar mastic are you using?

[@Garciasroofing]

Asphalt emulsion

[@DavidSanchez-ot3it]

Is that roof cement bro

[@richstevenson1]

Knowledge > GoPro 👍

[@miguelramirez1582]

5:57. All f"***g wet. LOL

[@joaquinlopez997]

I am doing torch down on a small warehouse i am building in my property for my personal use. i see you use spray paint asphalt primer, my friend gave me a bucket of asphalt primer with a paint brush. which is better ? & also should i put it on thick or lightly ? thanks.

[@Garciasroofing]

roll on asphalt primer is primarily used over wall or concrete decks, spray asphalt primer is used over sheet metal .

[@seanoreilly6551]

Would an infrared camera spot the damp wood? Might be worth hiring one to find out.

[@TheSturmvogelLives]

I have tried this, and it can work, but it's dependant on existing moisture on the roof, whether, etc. The idea is looking for "cooler" spots under the roof to trace back to a leak.

[@dANCOIMAGE]

8:00 You guaranteed that triangle was put back?

[@jesusserrano8038]

Hi Eric how can i contact you ? i need a new roof i want a quote from you. i live in Anaheim, thanks

[@whoville90]

Don't. If it'd shingles. Yes.. But flats he's horrible

[@paulfowler832]

Lol it was still leaking after you did that right the water was getting under that patch and you dont. Need to wire brush the granules you can cement right on top of it and also the professional way to patch that roof is it torch down white granules roofing or cold process

[@jackiesimpson5778]

How much to u charge for a big repair like that

[@leonkaisowatum8436]

Haha i use to call mastic, gum.

[@amartinez1279]

Yes it's webbing. I've been roofing for over 35 years and I've abserved the next generation roofers crybabies. You can't tell at them they have to go to the bathroom right after lunch and there always on their phones. Can't get much done when you're babysitting. I'm not saying all of them are like that just the ones I've seen. Here in Hawaii. Anyway great job on the video. To me it was sad that they don't do hot tar anymore. I was great at it and a foreman for many years. Torch on is easier one guy can do the whole roof if he has to.

[@johnbryan2414]

You aint seen nothin. I'm in a commercial garage warehouse and the entire back wall spanning 40 ft is leaking. The windows themselves are leaking, and they did an addition without removing the outside vertical tile shingles. The mud seal 2×6 have 0 protection and is coming from below, as well. I'm screwed

[@Rancanfish]

I just put 6 gallons of Henry's rubber sealant on the seams of my flat garage. I can't figure out how it still leaks alot in every rain.

[@Garciasroofing]

maybe is coming from somewhere else

[@boracinacashhomebuyers4264]

we will use it on our next home improvement project to whoever want us to buy my house fast

[@gabbythetoymaker1400]

.I thought you wasn't supposed to use roof cement on membrane???

[@ramirez2012rr]

Roof cement is what is used for any BUR system , cap membrane or asphalt . It is not compatible with tpo/pvc or epdm

[@brainztain]

A webbing, pos luego

[@harper4869]

I call it scrim

[@chriscolameco6850]

We call it “fabric”

[@pureblood1415]

Your gonna be backin a few weeks to fix that 4:12

[@trevorsnyder9085]

Thank's so much. Fucking leaks...

[@JoseRamirez-ex2uo]

K 💩 andas haciendo cortandolo lo Unico k andas haciendo es hacer mas likeadas mi Eric🤣

[@unleavenedkaraiteplus3412]

Gueving is what she wants

[@luisvelazquez942]

Haora no es una gotera ahora son como 5

[@tomethen5902]

Why don't you use thermography to find the wet areas before you do destructive testing?

[@pureblood1415]

Because he ain’t good roofer

[@edgarbaring6319]

@@pureblood1415 I did roofing for 30 years, and he knows.what he is doing, he puts his name behind his work. And tell me why he is a bad roofer,

[@pureblood1415]

@@edgarbaring6319 the roofing trade is full of blaggers that say they can roof like your guy here. I find leaks without cutting into it because that voids the guarantee for the work. If you can see where it’s leaking and you can’t figure it out then you should do a thermography test. This test will find where you have moisture under the system and pin point your leak. As I said,bad roofer

[@pureblood1415]

@@edgarbaring6319 if you have to patch a roof like he is you have to put a patch on at least 150mm past the hole all the way round. The sun is just going to melt that patch he has done. Besides that you can see wood in the hole,the wood has not been primed so the felt is not stuck to the roof timber but that patch is. So when the felt moves with the weather the patch won’t so it will hole again. As I said,bad roofer

[@pureblood1415]

@@edgarbaring6319 if the felt has been nailed down,that is a leak waiting to happen

[@pureblood1415]

What’s that crap you are useing? You should be going over these with felt patches if they a holed. And your fleece is not webbing and that goes in after your first layer of goo then a triangle patch then more goo then Moore fleece then more goo then your top triangle. Because you have not overlayed with felt 150mm past the hole all round,your repairs will fail with the weather swelling and shrinking. Good luck anyway

[@YOBREADKNIGHT]

- knowledge aint gotta be pretty. Just be a little witty. Not being silly. Viewed by a milli. Hope you monetized E, cus its about to get sticky!!!

[@TheKW1330]

Fkn leak😂