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Sarah Lee 8/14/2013	I've seen a couple of posts about this. A roofer who came out to reflash the chimney said we had screws backing out and we should put new/bigger ones in. Do we need to worry about this if it is not leaking? The roof was installed 12 years ago over plywood decking with felt underlayment.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/18672/find/
Todd Miller Isaiah Industries, Inc. 8/14/2013	I would certainly tighten any loose screws but replacing them with larger ones is not a bad idea either. This can be a point of maintenance with exposed fastener roofs vs. concealed fasteners.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/18673/find/
Eric Novotny An informed customer is the Best Customer! 8/14/2013	Big +1 Todd. Exposed fasteners do have that potential to them. They certainly can be a great option but they are a bit sensitive to installation.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/18674/find/
Sarah Lee 8/14/2013	Thanks! should we worry about it if the roof is not leaking? we are selling the house and don't want to spend another bunch of money after having to re-flash the chimney. But we don't want to sell a lemon either.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/18675/find/
Todd Miller Isaiah Industries, Inc. 8/14/2013	My guess is, if you have to go through a home inspection, this will be caught and be required at that time if you do not do it earlier.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/18676/find/

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