5 Different Ways to Use a Roof Tarp
Roof tarps come in handy when your roof needs repairs, but they can’t be done immediately. After a major storm or hurricane, roofers are so busy fixing multiple roofs that they don’t have time to address all emergency repairs right away. In a case like this, adding a temporary roof tarp to prevent further damage is a good idea.
A roof tarp can protect your roof from extreme weather events, prevent holes or missing shingles from turning into leaks, and can keep existing leaks from getting worse.
So, what else can you use your multi-purpose roof tarp for? Let’s take a look at 5 different ways you use a roof tarp:
Truck/Boat Covers
Use a heavy-duty tarp to cover your vehicle, protecting it from the elements. Polyethylene roof tarps are strong, durable, UV treated, waterproof, mildew and rot resistant, and contain sun-blocking materials.
Field/Ground Covers
Looking to play soccer or football, but rain is on the way? Not to worry - simply install waterproof tarps in that area. Once covers are removed on the day of play, you will find a completely dry surface!
Shade Protection
Maybe you have an open-air pergola in your backyard and are looking for some sun protection. Just cover all (or part) of the slatted roof with a tarp and, voila, you have shade!
Hay Storage
A tarp is a great option for covering hay bales during storage. Using a tarp will help to prevent damage to hay stored outside.
Lumber Covers
Place a tarp loosely over the lumber stack so that air can circulate freely – don’t wrap the stack tightly in plastic, since this will trap moisture from the wood under the tarp.
A multi-purpose roof tarp is important to have handy – as you can see from our list there are many practical uses for these tarps!