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Depending on the materials used, a residential roof can last from 20-25 years. Sometimes, catastrophes such as natural disasters, rotting wooden supports, roof cave-ins, etc can strike and make roof replacements mandatory. Since roofing contractors come under construction services, they are classified as essential services and are available all around the year. Yet, once you have booked an appointment with the local roofing contractor, there are behind-the-scenes preparations you need to make before the contractor can start ripping, tearing, hauling, and nailing the new roof.

To make the roof replacement a smooth process and affordable roofing, we have listed out a step by step guide on preparing your roof for roof replacement.

 

PREPARATIONS TO MAKE BEFORE A ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT?

Hiring a professional roofing contractor ensures that they handle all tasks related to the project such as prepping the old roofing, installing the new roof, cleaning & clearing the debris on completion. Since roof replacement is an exterior job, Residential Roofing Tyler tx. The roofer doesn’t step inside unless required, and hence relocating furniture, taking down fragile items, etc needs to be done by the house owner. Let’s look at some of the other preparations to be done:

 

STEP #1: PREPARING THE YARD

When working on replacing the roof, contractors placed tarps to collect debris yet it is important to clear your yard as shingle scraps can hide between the patio furniture or within the grass. It is advisable to clear a 15ft radius around your house. Trim the grass one day before the contractor starts the project. Any shingle pieces or fallen nail will be easily visible in trimmed grass. For any flower beds or tended gardens, protect them by covering them with tarp or a plastic sheet. Any low hanging branches can be an obstruction for the roofer and can become a tripping hazard. Get them trimmed before booking an appointment.

 

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