Things You'll Need:
- Builder's Felt
- New Wood Shingles
- Roofing Cement
- Roofing Cement
- Extension Ladders
- Galvanized Roof Common Nails
- Hammers
- Pry Bars
- Hammers
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Step 1
Make sure you have replacements on hand. These can be purchased from your local lumberyard, home improvement center or roofing supply company.
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Step 2
Pry up the shingles in the row above the damaged shingle slightly.
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Step 3
Remove nails from the damaged shingle using a flat pry bar if necessary.
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Step 4
Remove any debris from under the edge of the upper row of shingles.
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Step 5
Test fit a new shingle into the opening. It should fit close to the edges of those on each side but not too tightly. Leave room for expansion in humid and wet weather.
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Step 6
Hold the new shake at the same angle and position as existing shakes, adjusting it to fit the surrounding pattern as closely as possible. (Don't worry, though - it will quickly weather to match the older shingles.)
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Step 7
Nail the new shingle into place. Nail high enough that the shingle above will cover the nail heads.
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Step 8
Use roofing cement on the exposed nail heads to prevent water damage. A piece of builder's felt can also be laid over the nail heads for additional protection.
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Step 9
Press the roof above the replaced shingle carefully back down into position.
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Step 10
Remove all trash from roof and gutters.








