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How To Prepare Your Home For Roof Replacement Services

31 March 2022

Nora Mcdonalid

When you are going to have your roof replaced, you should have it replaced by a professional roofing replacement specialist. However, that doesn't mean that there's nothing you can do to help make the process easier for your roof replacement services.

Accessing Your Home

You will want to make sure that your home is easy for the roof replacement services to access. For example, you will not want any vehicles or other objects to be blocking the way. Also, any vehicles that are out in front of your home might become damaged because debris might be dropped on the vehicles. Make sure to also unlock the gate before the workers arrive.

Preparing Your Home Exterior

Mark anything that could be a potential hazard for the roofing contractors. For example, mark the locations of your sprinklers so that the contractors do not trip over the sprinklers by accident. If you have sprinklers that you can move, all the better. Make sure that your electrical outlets and any bodies of water on your property are also clearly visible.

Protecting the Interior of Your Home

Prepare your home for the replacement of your roof. For example, you will want to remove any important possessions stored in the attic because they might become damaged as the roofing contractors replace your roof. Lay down tarps to protect your roof.

If your garage is attached to your roof, you will be having the roof of the garage replaced as well. If your garage is not insulated like most garages, the debris, such as shingle granules, can fall in your garage and create a mess.

Because of the vibrations that result from the work being performed on your roof, you will want to make sure that you take any wall decor you have down so that nothing falls. For example, if you have any paintings, take them down beforehand.

Telling Your Neighbors

Your neighbors should be informed about your plan to have your roof replaced. If possible, you might decide to have your roof replaced at a time that is more convenient for your neighbors.

Inspecting Your New Roof

After your roof has been replaced, your roofing contractor will show off the roof so you can see the results. If you have any questions or concerns, make sure to bring them up as you inspect the roof. Then, you'll be able to enjoy your newly replaced roof.

For more information on roof replacement services, contact a company near you.

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