First off: can you replace your roof in the winter? You have to be thinking: I live in the Midwest; the last thing I want is my house getting opened up to snow, ice, and freezing winds.
Well good news: it’s not as extreme as all that. You absolutely can replace your roof and get a quality job out of the deal. Here’s what you want to keep in mind when making the choice to roof or not to roof mid-winter.
Installation Quality
Every season of the year has its downsizes for installing a new roof. Summer is hot. Fall is crowded (schedule-wise). Winter is frigid. And spring brings rainstorms.
So long as the team you choose has access to manufacturer-certified techniques and cold-weather installation experience, they should be more than capable of replacing your roof in the dead of winter.
The big upside is that the new roof will defend your home against snow, ice, and windchill. With upgraded roofing materials and improved insulation, you’re looking at a smaller heating and cool bill year round.
Labor Costs
Many homeowners opt to replace their roofs in winter because, despite the cold, they have much more time in their schedule for this big project. And licensed roofing contractors in your area are the same.
Winter is slow and quiet. It’s common for contractors to offer faster scheduling and reduced labor rates or material costs in order to keep the books filled and crews busy. Bottom line: you get an excellent roofing system at a great savings.
Long-term Performance
We can’t emphasize this enough: your licensed Minnesota roofer needs to have cold-weather installation expertise if they’re going to replace your roof mid-winter.
Temperature shifts make roofing adhesives and materials behave differently. Having the expertise and knowing the manufacturer-certified techniques for working with said materials will prevent improper sealing and long-term material failures.
To roof, or not to roof?
The choice of when to replace your roof ultimately comes down to you, your budget, and your current roof condition. Putting off repairs or installation of a new roofing system may not be an option.
The best way to determine what state your roof is in? Schedule a comprehensive roof damage analysis with our team. We’ll identify both obvious and hidden damage, plus we recommend the most effective repair or replacement options. Click here to get scheduled.