Mikku and Sons Roofing logo, featuring a roof illustration on a transparent background 623-465-1068

Installation With Experience

Your roof plays a huge role in protecting your property and everything inside that you own. Anytime the roof’s structure is in trouble, you need to take action right away to fix the issue.

If you don’t fix a damaged roof, it can lead to big problems and expensive repairs down the road. This article will discuss the things you should consider before installing a shingle roof.

Things to Consider Before Installing a Shingle Roof.

Hire a quality roofing contractor

Some people like to keep the costs down by doing part or all of the job themselves.

Most of the time, it’s safer to hire professional, experienced roofing contractors because they have valuable knowledge and experience as well as training in the appropriate materials to use, proper installation, safety procedures, building code requirements, and waste disposal.

Here are some tips for hiring the right contractor:

Get Things Going with Necessary Building Permits

Most cities and local governments will require permits for roofing work. Most roofing contractors will do the basic work for obtaining these permits, but you should know what the costs and time frames for permits are beforehand.

This way you can add these expenses to your budget and the additional time to the project’s schedule — the sooner you know these time frames and costs, the better.

Removing the Old Roof is Better Over Time

Some roofing contractors might propose you leave your old roof in place and consider installing a shingle roof on top of it. It will save money but you should avoid this.

When an old roof is removed, the roofing contractor can inspect the decking and other areas for any possible structural damage that may exist. You could be creating a more costly repair by adding a new roof without removing the old one.

Asphalt Shingles are Durable and Affordable

There are a lot of roofing materials to pick from, like wooden shakes, clay, metal, and slate.

Asphalt shingles are a happy medium for many property owners because they come in lots of shapes and colors, they’re the most affordable, the easiest to install, and usually last for 15-20 years.

Schedule During the Most Forgiving Time of the Year

Schedule your roof repair or replacement during a time when weather in your area is most favorable. Most roofing projects will be completed in a week to a few days if the weather is permitting.

Some roofers give discounts if you schedule the project during their slow season, so make plans ahead of time with your scheduling and you could save yourself a lot of money.

crossmenu