When it’s time to get a new roofing system for your home, you’ll need to consider many factors to ensure it gets installed successfully. One of the first things you should do is to get several bids from prospects who can build your roof according to your needs and preferences. An experienced professional can also help you with the type of roofing you want for your home based on your budget and guide you through every step of the project. But even before the construction starts, there are a few precautions that need to be done.
What You Should Do Before a Roof Renovation
Any type of roofing project that’s underway will always be noisy. It helps to minimize that noise that can otherwise cause a disturbance to your neighbors. Ensuring that the noise is kept to a minimum isn’t always easy, as it can disrupt your daily routine whether you’re working or resting at home. To prevent the noise from being disruptive to your work, consider staying at a different place such as a motel or a family friend’s home at least during the day until the project is completed.
Most roofing projects only last for a few days, so you’re probably able to tolerate the noise and commotion. However, don’t forget to inform your neighbors about your upcoming roofing project. Telling them in advance can help them understand why they’re hearing all that banging, sawing, and hammering next door. You’ll also avoid being confronted by angry neighbors during the roofing process.
Of course, the noise that comes with the construction is usually beyond your control. However, you can still prepare your home for other factors that can slow down your project. By taking the time to prepare your home, you’ll make it easier to bear with the inconveniences as well as make it easier and efficient for the workers to install your roof! Lask Exterior Solutions, LLC shares prepare and expect when getting a new roofing system installed:
Home Access
When there’s a major roofing project to be done, part of your driveway, attic and garage will be occupied by workers along with their equipment. If you want your roof to be installed without any problems, make sure to give them full access to the crucial areas. For instance, your driveway will be used for collecting your old roofing materials, so it should be cleared of your vehicles or any other obstructions. Also, make sure to leave your gates unlocked throughout the roof renovation process so that the workers will have full access to your yard. It will also be easier for them to clean up their equipment and any other debris after its completion.
You can also expect your hired roofing contractor to use several power tools and air compressors. That means they’ll be using your electrical outlets, so make sure that they’re easily accessible. They’ll plug most of their electrical equipment into your garage circuits, so make sure to add precautions to prevent overloading with sustained electrical devices. This is to prevent accidents later during the roofing construction process, especially if your garage shares the same circuit with other areas within your home. Doing this will also reduce the risk of unwanted damage to your electrical appliances.
Other Roofing Debris
You can expect a lot of dust and debris in your roofing project, which will come mostly from removing the old materials. As part of the roof installation package, professional contractors will have trucks come to your home and catch the debris near the roofline. This is to minimize the chance of them falling into the yard.
However, even professionals won’t be able to catch all the dust that can fall through the ventilation system or other ceiling openings underneath your roof. It can also accumulate during the roofing process, which can be difficult if your family member has allergies or asthma. To avoid allergy triggers, consider having them wear masks during the process or stay away from the site during construction.
Outdoor Furniture, Landscaping, and Vehicles
If you hire a professional and experienced roofing contractor, they’ll know what steps to take to make sure your home’s surroundings won’t get affected by the dust and debris during the roof renovation process. They’ll do a quick inspection of your home’s surroundings and cover any nearby plants, spas, hot tubs, and swimming pools with a tarp. This can also include outdoor water features, furniture, and other landscaping to prevent damage while they work on installing your roof.
Before they start working on your roof, we suggest turning off the sprinklers about a day before to preserve your lawn. You can expect several workers to walk all around your lawn, which can get affected and muddy if the sprinklers are still operating. You should also mow your lawn before the construction starts so that it’s easier to spot and clean up the debris after its completion. Don’t forget to park your vehicles, trailers, and boats away from your home. Even parking them on the street or the other side of the road is fine, as long as it’s far enough to prevent scratches and dents from falling debris.
Children
If you have children, the equipment and commotion during the renovation process can make them excited or anxious. Your children will most likely become curious about how the roofers handle the unusual equipment, so be sure to keep them away from what can be harmful to their bodies and supervise them closely. Be on the lookout for possible hazards as well such as nails, screws, flashing, and other small debris that they might accidentally swallow.
Even if you have a cover over your pool to prevent dust and debris from falling into it, it can still be a hazard to children when you let them run and play in your yard. Your child’s safety is your biggest priority during the roofing process, so be sure to watch over them closely so that they won’t come near the site while they’re working.
Whether you’re looking for trusted roofers for your replacement project, be sure to call Lask Exterior Solutions, LLC to get the job done. Call us today at (815) 964-2220 or fill out our online contact form. We serve our customers in Rockford and nearby IL areas, so talk to us today!