Installing a new roof, or even repairing the one you currently have, could leave you with a lot of questions. The process is an undertaking. After all, a roof is more than just the top of your household, it plays a major role in protecting the house from the elements. Before you make any decisions about new or replacement roofing, be sure to understand the important things about roof installation.

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  Roofing Materials

Professional roofers throughout Canada will tell you about the importance of materials when it comes to choosing your roof. For instance, a flat or low-slope roof needs build-up roofing or a membrane to help sheet off water. If you have a steeper slope in your roof, shingles and heavy tile are a better way to manage greater precipitation.

Traditional shingles have also gone a long way, such as asphalt, slate, and shakes. Metal roofs and ceramic shingles are also nice options for a different aesthetic. However, you should keep in mind that 3-tab asphalt shingles do last longer and give excellent curb appeal.

• Stripping or Layering

For houses with asphalt shingles, you can proceed to select how you want those new shingles placed. Did you know you can have up to two layers of asphalt shingles? When you layer, you are insulating the rooftop. That said, for places with high wind speed, you are better off with stripping down to a single layer (if you have two layers already installed).  

• Make Some Noise

Sometimes, we need peaceful lives. Having a roof replaced or installed is going to cause a lot of noise inside the house. Scraping, stripping, hammering, and more can create chaos. If you have a new baby or someone who is sensitive to sounds, you might want to leave for a for days while the installation or repair is taking place.

• Keep Up With Maintenance

Because the roof is continuously bombarded by the great outdoors, it needs to be monitored. Once you have a new roof, do preventative maintenance. Check for holes, uneven shingles, missing shingles, and so on throughout the year. Also, schedule a roof maintenance with your contractor every 2-3 years. Taking care of problems before they start means your shingles could last for up to 30 years!

• Hire a Professional

Replacing, repairing, or even redesigning a roof is not something an inexperienced team should have responsibility for. Hire a professional group with years of experience, the proper training, continuing education, and testimonials. Before you start talking to groups, look at websites to see if you can find information about how long they have serviced their region, if they have proof of their work, and more. You should also be able to talk to the group about your wishes openly and shouldn’t feel forced to agree to anything.

• Get a Contract

Before having a roofer come to your house and begin working, you should have a contract that explains everything you have agreed upon. Make sure that you trust your contractor and that you are confident in their skills and word. A written agreement can help solidify that—and it will also contain any warranty of service that comes with the new or repaired roof.

Now that you know the important things about roof installation, it’s time to pick up the phone and call a trusted contractor. If you have any questions, you can reach out to our team at any time. We can help you weigh your decisions carefully and correctly.

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Donald Phillips