3 Factors That Add Time to a Roof Replacement

Financing a full roof replacement can take a while, but once you’ve booked the roofers things should move pretty quick. Right?

While a reliable roofing company will clearly communicate with you every step of the way, there are some factors outside their control that slow down the removal and installation process.

Let’s take a look at how Mother Nature–and man-made design–can impact your timeline.

Temperamental Weather

Living in the Midwest means sunshine isn’t a guarantee of great weather. Sudden thunderstorms can make rooftops unsafe, while heavy showers limit visibility and increase risks of falling.

An excellent roofer will never open up your home by removing a roof when known bad weather is on the horizon. They also won’t jeopardize their team, no matter what you’re paying.

Try to roll with the storm fronts and make sure to talk with your roofers to ensure they reschedule for better weather.

Structural Repairs

Big storms–and even tornadoes–are no strangers in Central Minnesota. Which is why some roof systems can’t go up until rafters, trestles, and gables get repaired.

The upside is that a new roof over newly repaired timber will last you the longest. The downside is that you might need to get a storm damage inspection and file a claim with your insurance before you start.

Specialty Products

The top three companies we purchase roofing supplies from can ship products all across the country.

But if you’ve gone in for something special–like terra cotta tiles or a hand-thatched look–then receiving the product and or finding a qualified roofer to install it could set you back months in time.

These kinds of touches are a personal choice, and they often add a level of charm or history that will make your home unique. Just be aware that the most skilled roofing contractors may still turn down the chance to work on your home if they feel your design idea is too far outside their wheelhouse.

“It should be pretty straightforward.”

IF you’re going for a domestic-made roofing product AND the structure underneath is all ready to go, you could have a new roof in as short as one week or as long as three. That includes your initial estimate all the way up to a final walkthrough.

Our team at Ideal Roofing Inc. can physically remove and install a roof in 1-2 full days. Makes the whole thing sound like a speedy summer project, right?