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7 Do’s & Don’ts

for Your New Roof

7 Do’s & Don’ts for Your New Roof

Your roof is the most important part of your home,

or any other building for that matter. Making sure

it’s properly installed is imperative to keep your

home safe and dry.

If you haven’t been through a roof replacement

before, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the

basics before installation begins.

Here are the top “7 Do’s and Don’ts” to guide you

through the project.

DO assess your roof

condition before work

begins

Before undertaking roof

installation, you need to

have a handle on the

existing roof conditions in

order to properly prepare

for installation.

Open closures, blisters and

other deficiencies should

be repaired before you

install a new roof.

DON’T compromise

quality

Never compromise quality

when buying materials for

any construction activity –

or hedge on the full

quantity needed to

complete the job.

Skimping on items like,

edge metals, using cheap

sealants and/or

the re-use of

flashings, can

cost you a

bundle down the

road.

Though the cost

difference

between best

and cheapest

materials can vary greatly,

quality should always be

your number one priority.

DO check for

structural Integrity

If you are planning to

install multi-roofing, get

the structural integrity of

both your home and the

roof tested before making

any such decision.

Multi-roofing adds a

significant amount of

weight load. Ensure the

strength of the roof and

your home to avoid

uninvited circumstances in

the future.

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DO protect your house

Before old roofing material is torn off, ask your

contractor to protect your house, yards or gardens.

Have the team lean plywood sheets against the

doors, windows and the tops of tender plantings.

Protecting your yard will also guard from damage

that may occur when roofers throw old shingles

down from your roof.

DON’T allow ventilation to be blocked

Make sure the contractor doesn't block off any of the

important ventilation systems from your home during

installation. Proper roofing ventilation is vital to maintain a

dry and healthy attic space and offers protection from

pesky ice dams that form after heavy snows.

DO be safe!

Roofing installation is a dangerous process. If you’re

going to be on your roof during the process, wear

proper safety gear.

Make sure you have shoes with a fair amount of

grip to keep you from slipping on a slanted roof –

soft, rubber-soled boots are recommended by

professional roofers.

Always wear a helmet to minimize the chances of any head injury in case you fall.

DON’T allow material shortcuts

Talk to your contractor if they’re trying to lower cost by cutting corners on material expenses. Never scrimp on felt paper, starter shingles or proper sealants and caulk. Improperly nailed shingles and poor detail work are some of the most common examples of faulty installation that can lead to shingle blow off, mold growth, leaks, and costly property damage.

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