pocster 892 Posted November 20, 2020 45 minutes ago, joe90 said: My vote is the gutter roofing sealant as it’s made fir “outdoor wet stuff” that deals with rainwater. Ordered! 🍻 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeterStarck 1,066 Posted November 20, 2020 I would try a temporary solution first rather than gunging up the gap and then not being able to remove it. I would use a round EPDM foam strip that will squash into an uneven gap and then try the hose on it. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/223789673562 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joe90 1,828 Posted November 20, 2020 8 minutes ago, PeterStarck said: I would try a temporary solution first rather than gunging up the gap and then not being able to remove it. I would use a round EPDM foam strip that will squash into an uneven gap and then try the hose on it. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/223789673562 yes, good idea as your (hopefully) only stopping “splashing”. If it works you could always use the sealer over the top afterwards (if you want). 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Onoff 4,669 Posted November 20, 2020 How wide is this gap? Compriband? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oz07 412 Posted November 20, 2020 If it is deffo getting in under there because of a gap in silicone could you 're seal from underneath with a 90 nozzle or whatever then get some metal skirts made to introduce a wider drip. These could overlay the glass by 20mm and cover that black edge. I hope that black isn't the glazing compound uv light breaks it down 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pocster 892 Posted November 20, 2020 19 minutes ago, PeterStarck said: I would try a temporary solution first rather than gunging up the gap and then not being able to remove it. I would use a round EPDM foam strip that will squash into an uneven gap and then try the hose on it. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/223789673562 What a bloody good idea 👍 ordered ! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Onoff 4,669 Posted November 20, 2020 I don't like that mitred joint in the felt where the little plant is growing by the corner. Is that the corner where the leak is? Nothing lost going over those joints with some clear CT1 and rubbing it in well. I'd be saying f*** it and doing this then taking the excess off with a Fugi tool. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pocster 892 Posted November 20, 2020 9 minutes ago, Onoff said: How wide is this gap? Compriband? 3mm maybe 5mm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pocster 892 Posted November 20, 2020 9 minutes ago, Oz07 said: If it is deffo getting in under there because of a gap in silicone could you 're seal from underneath with a 90 nozzle or whatever then get some metal skirts made to introduce a wider drip. These could overlay the glass by 20mm and cover that black edge. I hope that black isn't the glazing compound uv light breaks it down Another good plan . The black is structural silicone as recommended by the glazing firm . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pocster 892 Posted November 20, 2020 2 minutes ago, Onoff said: I don't like that mitred joint in the felt where the little plant is growing by the corner. Is that the corner where the leak is? Nothing lost going over those joints with some clear CT1 and rubbing it in well. I'd be saying f*** it and doing this then taking the excess off with a Fugi tool. Yeah - it’s also a good plan Remember the felt is just a protective layer . The firm who did the roof properly said I didn’t need it . It’s just to protect the bituminous layer . But is ct1 really that good outdoors in all weathers forever ?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pocster 892 Posted November 20, 2020 Thanks to everyone for really good input ! So first will try simply the foam strip jammed up under the lip . I’ll then stick the hose facing at it and blast it . Be nice if it worked . Underground houses are (expletive deleted)ing dogs when your architect doesn’t know and the ‘professional roofers’ do the worst job you’ve ever seen . 👍 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Onoff 4,669 Posted November 20, 2020 12 minutes ago, pocster said: Yeah - it’s also a good plan Remember the felt is just a protective layer . The firm who did the roof properly said I didn’t need it . It’s just to protect the bituminous layer . But is ct1 really that good outdoors in all weathers forever ?? Dow Corning 791 & 795 are the weapons of choice on most commercial curtain walling I see. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gav_P 184 Posted November 20, 2020 (edited) Can you get a camera or mirror under the lip and see if you can spot the offending area? If you know for sure how the water is getting through then you can decide the best way how to tackle it. or even a cheap endoscope off Amazon? Edited November 20, 2020 by Gav_P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pocster 892 Posted November 20, 2020 11 minutes ago, Gav_P said: Can you get a camera or mirror under the lip and see if you can spot the offending area? If you know for sure how the water is getting through then you can decide the best way how to tackle it. or even a cheap endoscope off Amazon? It’s tight - maybe only 3mm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pocster 892 Posted November 20, 2020 1 hour ago, pocster said: Yeah - it’s also a good plan Remember the felt is just a protective layer . The firm who did the roof properly said I didn’t need it . It’s just to protect the bituminous layer . But is ct1 really that good outdoors in all weathers forever ?? Actually it’s the other corner - typically!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gav_P 184 Posted November 20, 2020 2 minutes ago, pocster said: It’s tight - maybe only 3mm Bugger. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Onoff 4,669 Posted November 20, 2020 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Expanding-foam-tape-dark-weathertightness/dp/B01CGBF5WS 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Onoff 4,669 Posted November 20, 2020 (edited) Tbh Compriband and Illbruck are the names to conjure with for expanding tape. Edited November 20, 2020 by Onoff Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cpd 548 Posted November 20, 2020 a possible foam option. https://www.dortechdirect.co.uk/tremco-compriband-tp600-3mm-7mm-gap-size.html 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joe90 1,828 Posted November 20, 2020 I used this around my windows when fitting them but it expands fast, even if kept cool (fridge) but it’s difficult to get in a small gap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cpd 548 Posted November 20, 2020 That’s a non starter then on that product, well done @joe90 fir spotting my dodgy internet grab..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joe90 1,828 Posted November 20, 2020 3 minutes ago, Cpd said: dodgy No mate, not dodgy just not suitable fir this problem. IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Jimbo 341 Posted November 21, 2020 I think that one of the things that this sort of problem tells us is the importance of how high upstands, and things like lead flashing need to be done right. When extending existing properties etc. I can't count how many rear extensions i have done over the years at the back of my houses. I have never taken out the back wall in order to put in a cavity tray, yet when building we would always stick them in above windows etc. That's why when say, cutting in a flashing to dress down on to a single story flat roof extension, it so important to not skimp of the height. (ie mininum 150mm above roof surface) upstands for roof windows etc need similar consideration, damp proof courses to ground level etc. It is surprising how high water can bounce, or track upwards. Just my morning thoughts while i have a cup of tea. Hope you get it bodge sorted Pocster mate. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scottishjohn 694 Posted November 21, 2020 read some -but not all of above this reminds me of fixing leaks on cars --water leaks can be a real pain to find exactly where its getting in ,cos where it shows can be a long way from actual leak from outside Ok your T shaped frame do you know for certain if its coming from the top lip or the bottom lip can you remove the actual glass bit ? if you can then get some sikaflex --same stuff as they stick car windscreens in with clean and dry glass and frame -bead of sikaflexex --drop it in # there will be no need for fixing of nay type once its set the down side maybe is you will never be able to remove it once its set you could same with the bottom lip all depends how easy it is to remove --but doing this will be a 100% fix for ever its basically same stuff as they make glass fish tanks with --but black If you don,t mind the colour I would then tip a tin of aquaseal (silver stuff) that reflects the sun and just a new cheap floor brush and push it around the roof to spread it out and fill the fbad felt joints -- --good dry day and its done or go old school and a tar boiler and pour it on when its liquid--its what they did with my petrol station concrete roof(bison beams -to make it burgular proof ) -to make it water tight --its flat --never leaks and melts in summer and self heals any cracks - I have done that every 5 years on my flat felt garage roof --still perfect 25 years on 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Declan52 1,371 Posted November 21, 2020 1 hour ago, scottishjohn said: read some -but not all of above this reminds me of fixing leaks on cars --water leaks can be a real pain to find exactly where its getting in ,cos where it shows can be a long way from actual leak from outside Ok your T shaped frame do you know for certain if its coming from the top lip or the bottom lip can you remove the actual glass bit ? if you can then get some sikaflex --same stuff as they stick car windscreens in with clean and dry glass and frame -bead of sikaflexex --drop it in # there will be no need for fixing of nay type once its set the down side maybe is you will never be able to remove it once its set you could same with the bottom lip all depends how easy it is to remove --but doing this will be a 100% fix for ever its basically same stuff as they make glass fish tanks with --but black If you don,t mind the colour I would then tip a tin of aquaseal (silver stuff) that reflects the sun and just a new cheap floor brush and push it around the roof to spread it out and fill the fbad felt joints -- --good dry day and its done or go old school and a tar boiler and pour it on when its liquid--its what they did with my petrol station concrete roof(bison beams -to make it burgular proof ) -to make it water tight --its flat --never leaks and melts in summer and self heals any cracks - I have done that every 5 years on my flat felt garage roof --still perfect 25 years on My bro in law bought a brand new Peugeot 308 with the full sun roof that leaked from day 1. They had it back numerous times trying to find the leak with the full glass roof removed and resealed 3 times. Eventually managed to get it sorted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites