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What to Expect During a Roof Replacement

By October 4, 2021 No Comments

What to Expect During a Roof Replacement. Few home improvement projects enhance your home value and its curb appeal more than a roof replacement. This is an important upgrade for your house. So, it means that your roofing contractor will have to make much more than nailing down shingles or screwing in metal panels.

Any expert roofing specialist should answer your concerns about the roof replacement procedure. However, before hiring a contractor, it will be useful for you to understand the entire process, from the beginning to the end.

This way, you will be able to discuss properly any topic related to the project with your contractor. Also, you will know how to evaluate the quality of the roofing service you will get.

So, do you need to replace your roof, but you do not know what it takes? Below is a summary of what you may expect while replacing your roof.

What to Expect During a Roof Replacement

1. Determine the Scope of the Project

You have to define the project extension together with your roofer. Also, you discuss the work scope and the aesthetic you want for your new roof—including roofing material and color. During this stage, homeowners usually reach out to several companies before hiring one of them. They get roofing inspections and estimates.  

Many aspects, including durability, costs, materials, and the general appearance are important in selecting the proper roof for your home. A professional roofing company can help you assess the advantages and disadvantages of every material. Thus, you can make the best choice for your house according to the climate in your region. 

Moreover, you will negotiate payment details during this first stage. Do you intend to finance your roof? Consult for the available alternatives before signing a contract.

2. You Choose a Qualified Roofing Contractor

You should analyze and plan enough to make sure your roof replacement will occur without problems or delays.

Defining who will do the job is one of the more critical decisions you have to make when planning a new roof installation.

Take special care and select a competent roofing contractor with the skills necessary to guarantee a successful roofing project.

3. Your New Roof Installation Begins

The installation of your new roof may run smoothly depending on the weather conditions and the design and size of your roof. The entire job may take between two days and a week. Certain phases of the installation process depending on the type of roofing material you choose. But many other tasks are the same.

The first thing your contractor should do is to remove the old roofing material. By doing so, they can look for rot or mold spots on your roof deck. They must replace or repair these areas. Consider that they will charge the cost of the materials used in these repairs to your overall bill. 

Honest contractors will describe what exactly they needed to solve these hidden issues of your previous roof. 

Then, your roofer has to give your new roof proper weather protection. He will install synthetic underlayment in addition to the traditional water barrier. Once your roof deck is ready, they will place the new roofing material.

Be careful with any valuable item you have in your attic. A new roof installation may generate chaos in this area -especially if you install new ridge vents. Hence, protect or move to another place these objects.

To avoid any inconvenience, ask your roofing specialist about how his work will affect your attic space.

Check out our YouTube channel for a step-by-step video of a shingle roof replacement.

4. Cleaning the Jobsite and Final Inspection

When the installation work ends, it is time to clean and organize. The crew will clear away the debris generated during the work. A professional contractor will ensure your house exterior looks completely clean. Besides, the roofing company should dispose properly of the leftover material and the wastes.

As a final step, your contractor will perform with you an inspection to show you every detail of your new roof. Your inspector will validate that the entire work fulfills the local codes. Thus, your new roof will be good to go.

Now, you are ready to start planning your next roof replacement. We’ll be pleased to help you with this process. You can call Matlock Roofing at 601-299-4048 or request a free estimate online for Petal, Sumrall, Purvis, and Hattiesburg, MS. 

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