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How do i fix a leek in my flat roof?

i have a leek in my semi/d. flat roof. i would like any ideas on fixing it.
Cath., May 2010
If it's a leek then get in touch with a gardener
if it's a leak read on.

All depends: Where is the leak?
Is it a felt roof covrered in grano chippings?

If you can see where the leak is on the roof then
1: Materials> Tin thick trowel on mastic, roll thick roofing felt a cheap pointing trowel all from local builders yard.
Clear any grano or pea shingles stones off to reveal the hole/leak clean around and in the hole if there is oen. Apply the mastic in a 4inch square around the and in the hole/split using the trowel. Cut a patch of felt to fit the mastic area then trowel over the edges of the patch, replace the stones. If it's anthing else then haven't a clue as you've not explained type of roof covering.

Bob, June 2010