Once you’ve settled on replacing your roof, there’s a short waiting period between signing the replacement contract and scheduling the roof replacement. During this period, you can prepare for the replacement to ensure everything runs smoothly when the time comes.
The replacement company can do the heavy preparation work, like prepping your old roof for removal, while you focus on the lighter roles. Below, we’ll share some of the most important tips for preparing for a seamless roof replacement project.
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Clear Branches Off Your Roof
Tree branches hanging close to your roof are a major obstruction to the roofing work that’s coming. If you’re skilled in safely trimming them off, this is the first prep work you’d want to complete before the replacement day. Otherwise, professionals can clear them as you attend to other tasks.
Don’t just stop at the branches. You can also prune large shrubs or remove weak trees nearby and mow the grass to keep everything neat and clear any obstacles that might impede roofers’ movements. Clearing the area around your house will make it easier for roofers to remove any debris after replacing your roof.
Arrange an Alternative Place to Stay
Roof replacement can be noisy and disruptive. If you work from home or can’t stand the noise and disruption, it’s important to look for alternative accommodation for the period. Also, if you have children and pets, letting them stay during the project can be risky to their safety as they might want to move around towards risk areas without your knowledge.
While experienced roofing contractors like T. Simpson Roofing ensure maximum safety during roofing replacement, accidents can happen when least expected. To keep everyone safe, find a conducive residential alternative and return once the new roof is installed.
Remove Vehicles From the Driveway and Garage
The night before D-day, ensure you remove all your cars and park them safely across the street until the work is done.
The morning of the roof replacement can get busy, with suppliers and contractors using your available space to offload shingles and other roofing materials.
Removing your cars will also create additional space the contractors can use for on-ground prep work before climbing the roof. Additionally, you don’t want your car to be hit or scratched by falling nails or other objects from the roof, prompting costly repairs.
Cover Your Attic Early
Due to their proximity to the roof, attics are exposed to a lot of pollutive sawdust, roofing debris, and wood splinters during a roofing replacement project. Leaving it uncovered would simply mean budgeting for an attic cleaning project after replacing the roof.
To avoid this, you can have the attic covered early before the roof replacement. Attach a plastic bag or tent to the ceiling to cover the attic and shield falling debris from entering. You could also lay plastic or tarp over everything in the attic to protect it from dirt.
Preparing your home for a roof replacement is essential for a safe and successful project. With these tips, you can rest assured that your home re-roofing won’t be as chaotic and disruptive as you’ve always considered. Remember to work closely with your contractors to understand what preparations you should prioritize over others, especially if you’re time-bound.
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