When your roof is old or damaged beyond repair, you may be facing a roof replacement. While this may not be your idea of fun, it is necessary to protect your home or business. Before the roofing company gets there to replace your roof, there are several things that need to be done to prepare for them. Marshall’s Roofing & Contracting is here to talk about how you can prepare for your roof replacement and help the process move as smoothly as possible.
Secure Items in Attic During Roof Replacement
If you store valuable and priceless items in your attic, it is a good idea to get them secured. This is especially true if there are any items that are fragile. Getting your roof replaced will involve heavy work right above this space and it could end up damaging your valuable keepsakes.
Cover Items in Garage when Having Roof Replaced
Many people haven’t finished their garage which means that there isn’t insulation and sheetrock to protect belongings in there from the dust and damage that can ensue during a roof replacement. You should cover anything that you don’t want to get dirty or potentially scratched in the garage.
During Roof Replacement, Remove Wall Décor
Like mentioned above, there will likely be lots of vibration that comes with a roof replacement. It is always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to your décor. Anything hanging on the walls is going to be better off getting taken down for the time being. You should be paying the most attention to the top floor since this is the closest to the project.
Pets Should Not Be Home During Roof Replacement
Many pets are sensitive to loud sounds. Your pet may be better off staying with someone you can trust throughout the roof replacement process, or at the very least, should be kept inside so they aren’t afraid of the loud noises.
Keep Children Safe when Having New Roof Installed
If you have small children at home, this can be dangerous for them as well. They shouldn’t be playing outside during a roof replacement. There will be a large amount of debris that is thrown from the roof as they are ripping the old one off. It is better to keep your kids inside or take them to another location to keep them safe.
Remove Patio Furniture During Roof Tear Off & New Install
Your back patio or deck will likely be littered with debris while your roof is getting replaced. If you have patio furniture or BBQ grills on your patio or deck, they should be covered or removed to avoid damage to these items. Likewise, you should be covering any plants or bushes that are around the exterior of your home for the same reason.
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If there are several signs that are pointing to a roof replacement in the near future for you, you want a roofing company you can trust to get the job done. Marshall’s Roofing & Contracting provides our valued customers with superior roofing services that include roof replacement. Call us today!
