Roofing With Rafael

One of the most common roof leak areas is around plumbing vent pipes.

In this video, I explain what a bullet boot is, what it does, and why it’s an important part of protecting your roof from water intrusion.

As roofs age, these components can crack, dry rot, and eventually allow water into the home if they aren’t replaced.

Just another day out in the field helping homeowners better understand their roofs.

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In this video, I explain what the nail line on CertainTeed Landmark shingles is and why proper nail placement matters during roof installation.

Incorrect nail placement can affect how shingles seal, hold during high winds, and perform over time — especially during severe Texas storms.

A lot of homeowners never get to see this side of roofing, so I try to document and explain parts of the process out in the field.

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Back in May 2024, we completed this roof here in Texas. Since then, Bruce and several of his neighbors have become regular customers of ours, and Bruce has referred me to several other homeowners over the years.

I was already in the neighborhood, so Bruce asked me to stop by and check the roof while I was there.

Everything still looks great:
✔️ Roof still in good condition
✔️ No visible issues
✔️ QuietCool solar attic fans still operating properly

A lot of people ask me about these solar fans in my videos. Bruce says he loves them and that they work amazing for helping ventilate the attic.

This is how referrals are built in roofing — simply taking care of people and standing behind your work.

Also… Bruce had an ice cold soda waiting for me when I showed up 😂

Thank you again for all the support and referrals Bruce. I appreciate you.

Another crown tile roofing project out in Marble Falls, Texas 🙏

This project involved storm-related roof damage and ultimately moved forward through the insurance process after additional inspections and documentation were completed.

Just documenting another real roofing project and part of the day-to-day work out in the field.

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Just documenting the day-to-day life out in the field. Roof installs, inspections, claims, repairs, and everything in between.

Appreciate everyone supporting the journey lately.

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During this roof inspection, I found an old dry-rotted vent boot that had deteriorated over time and was allowing water into the home.

While inspecting the property, I also performed an insurance-style test square and found multiple hail hits consistent with storm damage. Due to the condition of the roof and hail impacts found during the inspection process, the roof was approved and paid for by insurance.

A lot of homeowners don’t realize older roof components like vent boots can fail over time, especially after severe Texas storms.

If your roof is aging or your area was recently hit by hail or strong winds, now’s a good time to get it checked.

Free roof inspections available.

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Strong winds blew shingles off this roof and exposed the home to potential water damage. I used cap nails, synthetic underlayment, and a roofing hatchet to properly secure and seal the area until permanent repairs can be made.

If your roof lost shingles during the recent storms, don’t wait until a small leak turns into major interior damage. I offer free roof inspections and emergency tarp services throughout the Austin area.

Message me today to schedule a free inspection.
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Homeowner reported an active roof leak after shingles blew off during recent storms, so I stopped by to install a temporary emergency tarp repair to help prevent further water intrusion until permanent repairs can be made.

In this video, I show part of the emergency roof repair process using synthetic felt to divert water and temporarily protect the home from additional damage.

If your roof was damaged during recent Texas storms and you notice missing shingles, leaks, or water stains, it’s important to address it quickly before the damage spreads.

Free roof inspections available.

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A lot of homeowners ask what hail damage actually looks like up close on a roof.

In this video, you can clearly see a hail impact where the granules are pushed into the shingle instead of simply wearing away from age. This is one of the things roofing inspectors and insurance adjusters look for after severe hail storms.

A roof can have storm damage long before leaks start showing up inside the home.

If your neighborhood was hit by recent Texas storms, now is a good time to schedule a free roof inspection.

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This is a real roof inspection showing what the insurance adjuster marked during the adjuster meeting after severe Texas hail storms.

The roof showed 8+ hail hits per test square on multiple slopes, with soft metals also showing clear hail and splash damage. Because of the severity of the damage, the roof was approved by insurance for replacement.

A lot of homeowners don’t realize hail damage can shorten the life of the roof long before leaks show up inside.

If your area was hit by recent storms, now is a good time to schedule a free inspection.

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