Roof space – rusty fixings

Cause

High roof space moisture levels 

Repair

  • see Roof space dampness
  • replace existing fixings with suitable fixings for the conditions: select hot-dip galvanised, stainless steel or silicone bronze as required 

Cause

Leaking roof

Repair

  • see Roof leaks
  • replace existing fixings with suitable fixings for the conditions: select hot-dip galvanised, stainless steel or silicone bronze as required 

Cause

Copper-based treatment to framing and roof space moisture

Repair

  • replace existing fixings with suitable fixings for the conditions: select hot-dip galvanised, stainless steel or silicone bronze as required 

Cause

Inadequate corrosion protection of fixings for the location 

Repair

  • replace existing fixings with suitable fixings for the conditions: select hot-dip galvanised, stainless steel or silicone bronze as required

Cause

Salt laden air being blown into the roof space

Repair

  • replace existing fixings with suitable fixings for the conditions: select hot-dip galvanised, stainless steel or silicone bronze as required
  • install roof underlay to the underside of the rafters and support with plastic tape at 300 mm centres to reduce airflow into the roof