Check the debris lumps in your roof - potential leak

[Calbar]

Was doing a check on my roof in Florida a couple of weeks ago for caulking as well as trying to align my awning (different story) and notice a bit of a metallic look in one area where GD covered debris when putting the membrane on. Sure enough one of the many pieces of something caught under the membrane has poked a small hole in my 6 month old Reflection roof. Took the pictures below and then stuck a piece of Eternabond over the area to prevent any water leaks.

Sent the pics to the dealer yesterday and they have submitted a warranty claim and if GD accepts I will get a re-roof.

So seems like there is more to check on our roofs than just the caulking. Need to make sure that any debris left as a gift from GD under the membrane doesn't poke a hole and cause a water leak.



Rob

[Steve7]

Nice catch Rob. I’ve seen these on mine also, but to date haven’t seen any holes. Obviously this should not happen, and I’m not sure what the debris could be. I guess the brushes that apply the adhesive must not be clean, picking up minute metallic objects after being placed on the floor, or something similar. I’ll continue checking mine.

[JCZhome]

I found three small holes in my roof membrane yesterday, 1/16"-1/8" and not obvious cause. I have not found anything that appears to be debris under the roof membrane. My build date is Apr. 2016 on my Momentum.

I did clean the area around those holes and sealed with dicor. Checking sealant is why I was up there in the first place.

[orbiker]

Was doing a check on my roof in Florida a couple of weeks ago for caulking as well as trying to align my awning (different story) and notice a bit of a metallic look in one area where GD covered debris when putting the membrane on. Sure enough one of the many pieces of something caught under the membrane has poked a small hole in my 6 month old Reflection roof. Took the pictures below and then stuck a piece of Eternabond over the area to prevent any water leaks.

Sent the pics to the dealer yesterday and they have submitted a warranty claim and if GD accepts I will get a re-roof.

So seems like there is more to check on our roofs than just the caulking. Need to make sure that any debris left as a gift from GD under the membrane doesn't poke a hole and cause a water leak.



Rob

If you are going to get a re-roof paid for by GD. Ask them if you can have RV Armor do the roof replacement.

I heard it's the best route. KEN

JC. You might want to ask your insurance company if more holes show up.

[Calbar]

If you are going to get a re-roof paid for by GD. Ask them if you can have RV Armor do the roof replacement.

I heard it's the best route. KEN

JC. You might want to ask your insurance company if more holes show up.

Thanks Ken. I have been thinking about that as well but living in Canada they don't have any dealers nearby that do this so would have to wait until I go to Florida in the fall. Once I find out for sure I will ask about this. I think it would be great if they would allow that even if I had to pay a little something on top of it. Lifetime warranty and never have to caulk the roof. Sounds like a dream come true. Wait and see what the response is from GD first on the re-roof. Also wonder about how much weight it would add to the trailer too and if that would be a concern.

Rob

[JCZhome]

If you are going to get a re-roof paid for by GD. Ask them if you can have RV Armor do the roof replacement.

I heard it's the best route. KEN

JC. You might want to ask your insurance company if more holes show up.

I agree, I'd go with RV Armor roof. I saw one post that reported it was cheaper than the quote for them to re-do the stock OEM roof. But even if they'll give you what a re-roof would cost and you have to pull a little out of pocket, it'd be worth it down the road.

[HankCharp]

I found a soft spot in my 2018 Solitude roof, 15 months old. I was frustrated with their recommendation to check the roof every couple of months. I had a Flex Armor roof with lifetime warranty. They also mounted my new solar panels. Still working on the solar 315 watts per panel.

[Steve7]

I found a soft spot in my 2018 Solitude roof, 15 months old. I was frustrated with their recommendation to check the roof every couple of months. I had a Flex Armor roof with lifetime warranty. They also mounted my new solar panels. Still working on the solar 315 watts per panel.

That looks great! If I ever have to replace my roof, that’s what I’ll go with.

[huntr70]

What was under there?

Hopefully you pulled it out and kept it so it doesn't create a problem with the patch.

[Calbar]

What was under there?

Hopefully you pulled it out and kept it so it doesn't create a problem with the patch.

I didn't pull it out as I wanted to disturb as little as possible for the time being until I hear back from my dealer and GD. I am keeping a close eye on it to make sure it doesn't go through the patch. If GD denies warranty re-roof then I will remove the patch, take out whatever is under there and then re-patch.

Hope to hear back from the dealer soon and decide on the way forward then.

Rob