How to Prepare Your Property For Your Roofing Project
We all know how important it is to be prepared: for a test, for bad weather, or for your wedding day! The same can be said about a roof installation or roof replacement. Our company prepares for your job by understanding the scope of your project, taking measurements and ordering materials, and scheduling crews to complete the work. However, it is just as vital that you, the property owner, prepare as well.
It is important to remember that your roof replacement or installation is a major construction process that will affect not only the roof of your home, but the entire property. The project involves heavy items and multi-person crews and there will be lots of movement, debris, and loud noises. Below are 3 helpful preparation points to make sure you are prepared for your project.
- Exterior Property Preparation. On the day prior to installation, you will want to make sure your property is prepared for this major construction process.
- Allow for Access. It is necessary to leave the closest access points to your home open to our crews. Do not park your car in the driveway or garage after 5:00 PM on the day prior to install in order to avoid being unintentionally blocked in. Crews will be bringing trailers to haul project debris which will be parked in your driveway or at the nearest access point to your property (in some cases where no driveway is available, the closest access point may be the street or alleyway). These trailers will be delivered either on the evening prior, or as early as 6:30 AM installation day.
- Remove Outdoor Decor and Furniture. We encourage customers to remove any valuable outdoor items around the exterior of your home. This includes outdoor décor, small statues, hanging plants, string lights, potted plants, outdoor furniture, or other items. While this may seem a bit of a hassle, it is the best way to avoid accidental damage and allow our construction crews clear access to your roof in order to do their jobs effectively and efficiently.
- Interior Property Preparation. Even though construction is happening outside, it is just as important to take necessary precautions inside your property.
- Wall Mounted Valuables. If you have any significant or valuable items on shelves or hanging on the walls in your home, you may want to take them down for the day to avoid the possibility that the movement on your roof may cause them to shift.
- Below Skylights. If you are having skylights replaced, we recommend moving or covering any furniture or items that may be directly below the skylights. While this is a rare occurrence, it is possible that debris may fall through the openings during the replacement process.
- Preparing Household Members. Major construction can have a significant affect on the members of your household, such as children, pets, or elderly family members.
- No Outdoor Play/Activity. We do not recommend allowing pets or children outside during construction or prior to cleanup. There will be debris, nails, tools, and other potentially dangerous items throughout the property. Taking walks or heading to a nearby park are great ways to get children or pets out for some fresh air.
- Loud Noises Can Be Disruptive. Due to the tools, materials, and crews producing loud noises, we always encourage our customers to please consider how this process will affect members of your household and prepare accordingly. In some instances, it may be good to head to the home of a family member or friend if you feel the noise and activity outside may be overwhelming.
Understanding the points above and taking steps to ensure that your exterior property, your interior property, and your household are prepared for your project will help your project tremendously. Not only will you know what to expect, but you will help our crews to work efficiently and enable them to focus on bringing our signature quality craftsmanship to your project.
