A Step-by-Step Guide to Re-Roofing Your House: What Homeowners Need to Know

Reroofing your home is a smart decision that can keep your family protected, especially if your current roof is damaged or otherwise experiencing problems. Professional roofing specialists can replace your current roof with a newer, stronger roof that’ll improve your house’s safety and appearance.

What Steps You Should Follow When Reroofing Your NZ Home

You must take the right steps if you want your reroofing project to go smoothly and successfully. What should you do?

Step 1: Determine If It’s Time To Reroof Your Home. Timing is important because if you wait too long, your house could suffer from water damage or other issues caused by an unsuitable roof.

How do you know if you should replace your roof?

Age. If you know how old your roof is, then consider your roof’s projected lifespan. You should have your roof replaced once it has reached the end of its lifespan, even if it seems fine. This is because older roofs are more prone to issues, so it’s best to replace them before anything dangerous happens.
Visible Damage. Have a look at your roof and look for any signs of damage. This can include missing roofing materials, rust, corrosion, etc.
Side Effects Of Damage. Sometimes, damage can be difficult to see with the naked eye. But, side effects like leaking, mould growth, mildew growth and water damage can be signs that there’s roof damage you’re not detecting.
Sagging Roofline. Walk around your home and look at your roofline. Are parts of your roof sagging or shifted?

Step 2: Connect With Roofing Specialists. When you know it’s time, contact your local roofing specialists to ask about reroofing your house. You need to choose the right experts to ensure great results. A suitable roofing specialist can assess the condition of your roof, recommend suitable materials and designs, provide a cost estimate and more.

Look for a roofer who is experienced, certified and who follows industry best practices.

Step 3: Plan Your Project. Once you’ve found the right roofing specialists for you, you can then begin to plan out your roofing project. Discuss the following with your roofing professional:

Materials And Products. What roofing products will your contractor use for your roof? Ask for recommendations and consider your options to make the right choice. Focus on practicality and aesthetics to enhance your home in multiple ways. Consider products from renowned brands like Colorsteel and Color Cote, and ask about warranties and roof lifespans.
Timeline And Schedule. When will the project start? How long will it most likely take? What steps are involved? Work out the schedule, and remember to stay flexible because delays can occur due to unforeseen circumstances, like bad weather.
Price. How much will the project cost? Ask for an itemised list to know exactly what you’re paying for.

Step 4: Prepare Your Home And your Family For The Project. Take care to prepare your home for your roofing specialists, and make sure people who will be affected are informed.

For your roofing specialists, you can:

Clear the driveway and surrounding areas so your contractors can easily access your roof.
Cover or move items in your attic and outdoor spaces to protect them from dust and debris, and so that they don’t get in the way of your roofers.

For your family and friends, you can:

Inform your neighbours about your roofing project. This way, they’ll be aware of the work happening next door and they’ll know when it will most likely stop.
Tell your family. Of course, make sure every member in your home knows about the roofing project.
Make arrangements for small kids and pets. If you have small children or pets, you may want to temporarily relocate them, because the construction zone can be dangerous and the noise can be upsetting. You could have them stay with friends or family members, or you could rent a space to stay in as a family while your house is being worked on.

Step 5: Roof Removal And Installation. Once your project is worked out, your roofing specialists will begin reroofing your home. They will prepare the roofing materials, remove your old roof, install the new roofing products, etc. They’ll do what they do best to ensure proper waterproofing, insulation, safety and more.

After they’re finished, they’ll conduct a post-installation inspection to make sure everything is as it should be. They’ll walk you through any necessary details and answer any questions you have.

Step 6: Plan For Roof Maintenance. Protect your new roof by maintaining it, keeping it strong for years to come. Schedule regular maintenance, including inspections and cleaning gutters.

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