When to Call a Roofing Contractor
Homeowners should visually inspect their roofs often to identify any possible roof repair problems. It’s important that you schedule roof repair with a local professional roofer as soon as you notice a leak or problem with your roof. If ignored, even small leaks or minor issues can seriously damage your home. Roof repairs will be far less expensive than a complete roof replacement.
If you notice any of the following roofing issues, contact Davis Roofing as soon as possible for a free, no-obligation inspection and estimate for any necessary roofing repairs.
- Excessive asphalt shingle granules in your gutters
- Cracked roof vent booting
- Cracked, curling, or dented shingles
- Leaking roof and other signs of water damage
- Loose or missing shingles
- Moisture and bubbling in the membrane
- Pooling water on flat roofs
- Roof aging
- Torn or loose flashing
- Water stains on ceilings or walls
Roof Repair Steps
Roof repair is a complex job that can sometimes be expensive, and knowing how the roof repair process works and what to expect can help you relax and ensure your project runs smoothly.
Once you’ve chosen a licensed, bonded, and fully insured roofing contractor for your roof repair needs, you can expect an inspection to be the first step in the roof repair process.
Inspecting Your Roof for Any Leaks and Damage
Before roof repair work can start, a roofing professional must comprehensively inspect your roof’s condition first. During their inspection, they will check any roofing issues you’ve noticed. They will examine every inch of your roof for signs of weather or other damage. If they identify any problem areas, like the source of a leak, they should document it with photos and videos whenever possible. After the inspection, they should suggest appropriate repair solutions for the roofing issues they discovered.
A Detailed Contract for Your Roof Repair
Once you are ready to proceed with the roof repair, your roofing contractor should provide you with a thorough contract detailing your roof repair. To protect yourself and your investment, ensure the contract is sufficiently detailed and you get it in writing. A good roofing project contract should include:
- Contractor and customer details.
- The contractor’s license number and insurance details.
- A list of all project activities.
- The timeline for your roofing project.
- Cost of materials.
- Labor costs.
- Potential change orders.
- Terms of payment.
- Option for terminating the contract.
- Other crucial factors.
Home and Safety Preparation for Your Scheduled Roof Repair
Before your scheduled roof repair:
- Take some time to check the areas near the outside of your home where the professional roofers will be working.
- Eliminate potential safety issues so your roofer can work on your roof as safely and efficiently as possible.
- Move large items like lawn or yard equipment, children’s toys, and bikes away from the house’s base.
- Clean up any potential tripping hazards like hoses or pet stuff.
Remove pictures, paintings, and other items hanging on the walls inside your home. Take down light fixtures from the ceilings and walls. If you have concerns about dust, you can cover your furniture and other belongings to protect them from dust. Take down items like light fixtures and paintings from the ceiling and walls.
During your roof repair, follow proper safety procedures for everyone in the home. To help keep pets and children safe, ensure they remain indoors for the duration of the repairs.
Order and Delivery of Materials for Roofing Project
The professional roofer you’ve hired will ensure all materials needed for your roof repair are ready on the day of your scheduled roof repair. Your roofing contractor may have some common roofing materials on hand, like nails. Still, depending on the nature of your roof repair, your roofing contractor may need to order materials from their suppliers.
Actual Roof Repairs
Before the repairs, ensure your roofer has provided measures to protect your home from unnecessary damage.
The actual repair strategy depends on your roofing issue. Some common repair strategies include:
- Carefully seal the area around the vent boots
- Caulking or tarring faded sealant
- Removing and replacing broken vent boots
- Replacing damaged flashing with new flashing
- Replacing missing, loose, or broken shingles with new ones
The repair process for your roof will become more complicated if your roof decking is damaged by water or your roof has been punctured. This means the roofing contractor may need to reframe and install a new layer of sheathing, underlayment, and shingles while ensuring there are no openings for water entering the new sheathing and underlayment. The contractor will remove the underlayment, shingles, and defective pieces first.
Cleanup and Removal of Debris and Old Roofing Materials
After your roofing repair is finished, the roofing crew should thoroughly clean up any debris around your home and remove all the old roofing materials for proper disposal.
Final Roof Repair Inspection
A roofing expert from the contractor will perform a post-project inspection once the roof repair job has been completed. This inspection will ensure the work was done properly, everything has been secured, and everything will act favorably.
Why Hiring a Roofer is Better than DIY
While DIY options appear cheaper and may be tempting, that’s not the case. Hiring a professional roofer can save you significant money since they already have all the necessary equipment and tools and know which materials are needed.
When you hire an experienced licensed roofing contractor for your roof repairs, you won’t have to worry about any potential repair errors or how to keep yourself safe. A professional will have the necessary safety equipment for roof repair projects. They will also comply with all building codes and safety standards and get your roof repair job done safely and efficiently.
Davis Roofing: Skilled Professional Roofers for All Your Roofing Needs
Our seasoned teams and supervisory staff are dedicated to delivering comprehensive, high-quality workmanship. Our foremen average 18 years of experience in the industry. They work side-by-side with our workers to ensure that each step of the roof repair or replacement process is done correctly.
