Roof coverings can be made from different materials, and some can slow the project down. Sometimes removing the old tiles can slow things down, and especially slate can be difficult to remove. If it is being recycled you will probably try not to break it and this is hard to do. The different roof features can increase the time required to re-roof your house, like gables, roof hips, and dormer windows are time-consuming. However, an experienced roofer will be equal to all these issues and will have taken them into account.

A new roof on a new home or factory is much easier for the workmen to undertake, as no one is living there, and the work can usually be carried out quite quickly. If you are having a tiled roof, tiling is a skill and it should easily be completed within a week of commencement.

What to Expect During Residential Roof Replacement

If you have children and animals it is probably safer to move them out for a week while you have the roof replaced, as there will be quite a lot of debris flying around. Prepare the inside of your house by covering everything, and if you have an attic, cover everything using an attic tarp

You and your family should not need to move out, just the children as this is a safety risk to small people who are better off staying with a family member for a week. All of the old shingles, slates, or tiles will be removed. Any rotten wood will also be replaced to ensure a solid structure for the new roof. The wood sheeting is then correctly attached to the roof. Check to be sure that the wood decking has been renailed to the roof and is firmly attached. The drip edge is then installed to stop rain from seeping under the roof. The roof should then be covered with roofing felt, a heavy-duty product. We can then commence laying the new materials usually beginning at the bottom and working their way up.