How to walk on an old tile roof

This video shows a few tips for how to move around on an old roof without breaking too many tiles or slates.

[@rjgilligan]

Man, I wish I would have seen this video before I went prancing about on my roof in my leotard. Could have saved myself a lot of trouble.

[@howacarworks]

Yeah, the worst bit is when the police helicopter is up and they're chasing you around trying to get you into a net.

[@dollarking9641]

Maybe climbing into a milfs room

[@andyspencer6308]

You say that, but it ruined my plans for the rest of the weekend 😔

[@mydevices5503]

I also learnt this lesson the hard way...

[@torvaldalexander4906]

Those are not ideal footwear.

[@andymhieler5792]

Had to strap on a few chimney cowls that were awkward to carry by hand due to their large size, your tip about using a rucksack was genius. Thanks mate

[@themoderntemplar1567]

As an old school slater i can't remember ever having the luxury of picking a dry day to work, especially in Scotland 😂. Some of the shit we had to do like brushing off snow in order to work woulda had health & safety having seizures. Any kids thinking about being slaters...dont! Trust me 😬

[@bradleygreen8827]

Makes my spine shiver reading your comment mate. Hat off to ya

[@katiehenderson7167]

a feel ur pain 😂😂

[@Greenturkeyman]

Oh man. Slates frozen to the roof... The difference between wet and dry slate is an ice rink.

[@richardday2893]

I use to weigh 99kg and break tiles alot. I purposely lost weight down to 76kg in six months , now rarely break tiles now. ( My new line of work involved walking on roofs, that's why I had to loose weight) I know this comment is boring 😂

[@tititata1]

Health is wealth. Side job benefit like this can be better than cash bonus

[@StevePhillips]

Good camera work and sound excellent quality, nice presentation, right to the point and helpful.

[@HouseFairyDIY]

The sound was so good wasn't it?! He had a mic on his top. But no interference.

[@StevePhillips]

@@HouseFairyDIY I wonder was it a transmitter or wire connection.

[@TheKingsbridge]

I use old sofa cushions,rip foam out of them, I’ve bought foam last time, 120mm thick , 3ft x 3ft cost about £65 each. You can use them on slate,handmade tiles, all profile tiles & don’t slide off . Great for tile repairs👍👍

[@Virtualmix]

0:25 Pro tip: Throw random tiles off the roof with no warning whatsoever. If you don't have an old tile, you can throw a hammer.

[@CH-gb7hf]

It took 3 attempts before he finally hit next doors car.

[@carlhosker1544]

😂

[@Dggb2345]

Agreed!

[@anotherproblemsolvedllc5263]

On my roof jobs, ppl on the ground KNOW im work on the roof and steer clear of the drop zone of the roofing thats coming. If the morons down below are "in my jobsite zone" then they deserve to get hit for being retarded. Way to be negative though👍

[@HouseFairyDIY]

Perhaps he knew there was no-one nearby.

[@jedward1411]

Well done good advice. You're saving lives here.

[@taurusview9]

Kudos for such wonderful presentation....THANK YOU!

[@markusass]

When you're up on a roof and are an amateur, you tend to crab-walk like that anyway out of necessity and safety fears. Good advice about getting the rafters under you though for maximum support. The timbers of the roof I've been on are 180 years old, remarkably. The battens are probably a lot younger.

[@HouseFairyDIY]

Excellent video! I have lots of broken tiles and a hole in my roof. I wouldn't dare get up there though!

[@tedmagnum6968]

Great video. Thanks. I've got moss to clean out of a gully which is making my roof leak. This gave me top tips.

[@寅-m2t]

Before I walked on roof like you said, I thought I did very stupid way. Now I know that is correct way.

[@bb-bc3zw]

How does this guy have such high quality production but only 3 videos?!?!?!

[@nthlevel]

i was wondering that too, had to watch all videos because i like listening and the coverage. Really good

[@beerbandit291]

10 years jail for manslaughter by throwing tiles off a roof onto public footpath.

[@anotherproblemsolvedllc5263]

@@beerbandit291 On my roof jobs, ppl on the ground KNOW im work on the roof and steer clear of the drop zone of the roofing thats coming. If the morons down below are "in my jobsite zone" then they deserve to get hit for being retarded.

[@johnsmith99997]

He fell through a roof.

[@markyc6674]

Yes good quality but now disappeared?

[@453421abcdefg12345]

An excellent confidence builder! The only comment I would make is the less weight you have on your feet by crabbing, the more chance there is of sliding off the roof, if you stay more upright then you will not slide.

[@DrRichardKirk]

Oh yes, that last point. I have been surprised by a shower of rain on concrete tiles. I lost a lot of grip, so I sat down and waited until it stopped.

[@trackie1957]

Extremely helpful, thank you!

[@y_not]

Most helpful walking on roof video I've found, thanks

[@paulpaul8861]

Im looking to build a small single storey extension with a flat roof but can't find any good videos on constructing the roofing frame, so maybe a video on that would be great. If you need to build any roofs in the near future.

[@philryan6900]

Excellent communication, and didn't try and sell a book. I respect that these day's.

[@garypick]

Thanks for doing this. I have a roof very similar to this that I will be cleaning soon, and I'm trying to figure out how I can minimize contact or not walk on the roof at all. Apparently, the terracotta tiles the home owner has are very expensive and I am not trained to replace them. I'm going to be using sodium hypochlorite to clean the tiles and do a heavy rinse. I noticed the roof you are on has a lot of the same Gloeocapsa magma or lichen. Any thoughts on cleaning them? Some people shy away from it but I believe, if done quickly and the cleaners are washed off properly, there is no need to worry.

[@justinkelly3647]

Love your work, great Video!

[@jethrobodean8585]

"Polyester leotard or shinny leggings..." ROFL

[@408pisto]

Leave your Superman outfit at home 😂 mate that was funny

[@SpeakerMunkey]

You're a great educator, shame you haven't kept up with the videos

[@patterdalezipsuzilil]

I use a 2x 6inch plank with neoprene foam nail a fully wrapped sit on it neel on it stand on it spanning 3 roof beams

[@samcaldwell7694]

The safest way is to hire a crawler or on this type of roof fix hooks to the top wall and put old cushion down ladder on top and tie ladder to hooks

[@LibertypopUK]

Great video

[@bmwm6661]

Very Informative, thanks dude

[@simonhep]

Polyester leggings and superman outfit - how did you know what I always wear when doing roofing work? Well done for saying that with a straight face a not a trace of sarcasm!

[@masterprogrammer8332]

I can do anything in my house, but going up to the roof is NO. Flying 3000m above on my paraglider, it's not a problem. But those roofs are for the roofers to climb :)

[@diesel92kj1]

We never used to to use a crawler ladder on tile, just slipped a few tile up to create a ladder but we would never walk on slate.

[@richardhardaker4586]

Excellent video, thank you very much. I have been using a lashed ladder (resting on ground) to eyebolt on rafter end with another ladder jammed on top and running up roof. Is this also a recommended way where area is small and within reach of ladder? I certainly felt safer that way!

[@zedman442]

Nice video, no nonsense advice.

[@davidwalton7478]

good advice for a novice like myself,,thanks...

[@CC-io3nc]

My house roof trusses are only 3inch. Is that normal? I thought standard size was 4 inch

[@robmaule4951]

Top tips, thanks fella!

[@Alexanderussell]

what kind of boots are you wearing in this video?

[@ChrisRubeo]

Great info, thanks. Quick question: what camera/mic do you guys use?

[@Benzknees]

If you lean forward onto your arms you’re increasing the chances of your feet sliding backwards. I’ve nearly fallen off roofs doing that. Professional roofers all walk upright, and ideally stay near their cat ladder unless there’s scaffolding in place.

[@usman7207]

Really good video, thanks my guy.

[@whatmouth]

What a load of absolute bollocks Joe public will listen to anything and then say how great it is. Jesus I've seen it all now .get me out of here 50 years roofing I just can't comment on this ....may be a hovering jet pack ... Here come the Joe puplics replays ...yes fantastic! where do I get one ? Is it petrol? Wow your amazing ? Can I use my jet pack to point the ridge blar de fuckin blar

[@mglinkowski]

@learnbuilding what boots are those?

[@DerekTJ]

Such a good channel

[@joeyhoward1099]

OMG LOOK AT THE FLASHING BEHIND HIM SHOCKING

[@jasonantigua6825]

Throwing tiles off the roof! Seen it all now!!!

[@MrSmid888]

Onto the lawn about 12ft away. What’s the issue with that ? He’s not on a busy high street.

[@anotherproblemsolvedllc5263]

On my roof jobs, ppl on the ground KNOW im work on the roof and steer clear of the drop zone of the roofing thats coming. If the morons down below are "in my jobsite zone" then they deserve to get hit for being retarded. Do you carry all your shingles down?! 🤣

[@arkranum9487]

Any tips for going down a 300 year old slate roof :)

[@junle5162]

I would like this man to fix my roof please. book a ticket to fly to Australia please.

[@judebrown2672]

Great advice. Cheers.

[@noelmcloughlin9135]

This bloke is obviously a professional. To do any work on a roof you need proper training and tuition not just a 10 Minute video. Leave the work to those who know what they are doing. One fall and you’re toast.

[@anotherinternetaddict]

Or Pizza...

[@johnharding6394]

The safest way is to let the wife do it

[@plummetplum]

I can hear echoes of Fred Dibnah in this chaps voice.

[@Kimsam313]

Please make more videos with those arms!

[@jamesmitchell6288]

I will 😂

[@mattgloss8580]

Fall protection harness save lifes.

[@Singapom888]

This is a great video. Cheers.

[@davypig571]

What happened?! Three videos is all the universe gets?

[@edwardcooper5479]

Fella who came to fix my roof fell through it !

[@DanielinLaTuna]

Please do some more house videos

[@ahmadfaraz8863]

My weight on the scale is 60kg ,i walk on the roof like a monkey😂😂😂...spreading legs and ass up face down , its easy sofar.i am fitting cables and doing roof drops ,attic cablings for broad band and 📺 tv connections .i was here to see this video how more properly i can do safe work...thanks video is helpful❤

[@DrLoverLover]

Dont walk on a tile roof. Easy rule

[@ABC-rh7zc]

Very helpful, thanks.

[@eljonno69]

You rob them boots off Robin Hood

[@Nothing-g7e]

Good info Robert from coronation street

[@alen_ELMLB]

Thanks a lot!!

[@techterry5299]

seems like everyone is fixing their house during this lock down period

[@richardbriggs1335]

Next week's tip. How to wire a plug with a butter knife

[@the1beard]

Two Large pieces of 2 inch thick foam and place a sheet of ply on each. you can move around old clay roofs zero damage zero risk well worth £30 That roof is not steep

[@Kingrizz69]

The secret is fucking don’t if you can’t get the tiles anymore 😂

[@philbotherobot]

Fuckin ruck sack !?? 😂😂

[@reeceohare43]

Put one foot in front of the other, sorted

[@Daemiex]

i do all my roofwork in a shiny leggings i dont know what your talking about

[@shootit6144]

You’d do better Pushing the tiles up and change the coyboy boots 👢🤣

[@arkranum9487]

Ive seen someones head get sliced off as a tile cut straight through(all the way)

[@johnroche7367]

Not many roofers wear leotards or shiny leggings 😂😂😂

[@GHOOGLEMALE]

Nope - Not me - My best tool for the job is a mobile phone - get you guys round to do it haha

[@broodjekaas6805]

Ima challenge you. Look at 2:10 without thinking the brick behind him is the floor/streeting and the stone oven exaust thing a walk path

[@themoderntemplar1567]

Bollocks, check out the flashing at the bottom of the bricks, he's on that roof 100%.

[@broodjekaas6805]

@@themoderntemplar1567 r/wooooosssssshhhhhhhh

[@TheOldWarden]

@@broodjekaas6805 how is that a woosh you clown

[@broodjekaas6805]

@@TheOldWarden now i re-read it.. i must be stoned af back then

[@craigkearney8883]

Obviously not a roofer considering every roofer knows the old tiles are far stronger under foot than new tiles

[@TheVelvetKitten]

Use foam bumper pads and stop cracking tiles. Geez.

[@marylewis3311]

Use chalk to mark he rafters.

[@lindsayyoung5424]

Hope your Insurance Company watch this......

[@mondayschild3493]

The best way is to lose weight

[@Valar-q7g]

Your footwear looks dodgy mate.

[@mick949]

have scaffold simple

[@matgurd]

Are you a roofer? You shouldn’t walk on plain tile roofs,or slate roofs. You CAN walk on big concrete tiles. As a roofer I always use ladders, if you can’t use a roof ladder then use a normal ladder sat on foam to protect the tiles/slates. Strap\tie the upright ladder so it’s safe, then tie the ladder that’s up the roof to the upright! Or if able to use a roof ladder this will support itself safely with the hook over the ridge line

[@Dmoriarty1993]

I must say that's exactly what I've read about it.

[@faeriesweremidwifes592]

Where are you? Turkey? Low quality build everywhere!

[@Ragnar8504]

My best guess is eastern Europe, somewhere. That kind of tile was quite popular in Germany, Austria and some surrounding countries/former parts of these countries. The slightly rundown state of everything would fit in with that but you can find that pretty much anywhere.

[@craigsimons817]

Is this man being serious? He is risking serious injury conducting himself in this foolhardy manner and I implore everyone to ignore this utterly absurd behaviour.

[@1hunrun508]

RG faut pas rêver

[@jasonantigua6825]

I think this is a piss take!

[@ethanreeve2386]

This guy dont no shit ahaha about keep u hands on roof at all time how u gonna replace tiles with tiles if cant carry them up and when he says new tiles u can walk on cause its well made had he ever walked on new rosemary they pop easier than old one 😅😅

[@webdj8122]

This guy is clearly a professional; the way he presents the content fluently from memory is a sure sign. The fact you don't see that would suggest that you are infact not a professional.

[@ubermenschen3636]

Too much gymnastics. Place down a thin plywood as a walking surface.

[@Jonny.a]

Did he fall off? I got bored of his waffle.