How to Prepare for New Roof in Mequon, WI

OK, so you decided to hire a roofing contractor to replace your roof. The residential roofing contractor in Mequon, WI explained the roof replacement process to you. The contractor will protect the outside of your home and the attic with tarps and protection plywood but it’s your responsibility to protect wall hangings inside your home at least 24 hours before they start.

A typical home roof replacement can take up to 5 days on a 1500-square foot house baring inclement weather, and hidden problems that arise during the roofing process. If you want to ensure that everything moves smoothly, here is a list of tips on how to prepare for roof replacement to protect your home, family, pets and possessions from any damage once the work begins.

Property Protection During Roof Replacement

1. Children and Pets

Installing a new roof is very noisy with all the heavy equipment in use. A work zone is not a safe zone. It’s a generally a good idea to be away, especially if you have children and pets to prevent anxiety and disturbance to their daily routine. Plan a trip or arrange for daycare at the least.

2. Wall Hangings

Remove loose wall and ceiling hangings like clocks, art, family photos and other knickknacks because there’s a lot of heavy banging and vibrations during roofing that can knock items from their perches.

3. Attic Items

Cover personal items in the attic with sheets or tarp to protect them from dust and debris falling on them. Workmen are walking on the roof pounding nails with hammers and falling dust will accumulate in attic so prepare to vacuum after work completed.

4. Outside items

Move patio furniture, grills, ornaments, and other items outside your home to prevent damage and that can obstruct the roof installers in the work zone.

5. Yard

Mow the lawn, trim shrubs and prune trees to keep falling debris from hiding in your lawn. This makes cleanup faster and more thorough. You don’t want nails being left behind and causing injury for children and pets.

6. Power outlets

Be sure to have electrical outlets available for the contractors, preferably in the garage or an external source.

7. Antennas

Remove antennas, satellites and tree limbs on or near the roof.

8. Neighbors

Alert neighbors about your upcoming roofing project and the timeframe so they can plan their schedule to avoid the noise and other inconveniences.

9. Vehicles

Move your vehicles away from the driveway and away from the work zone to prevent damage. Also, this helps workmen park closer to your home and unload equipment and other materials they need to perform the job.

I Need A New Roof

If you need a new roof, please contact us about your project today.