3 Important Decisions When You Get a New Roof

by Kevin Smith Author

When deciding to get a new roof for your home, you will have a few significant decisions to make. Here is some more information about 3 of those important decisions.

When to Install the New Roof

The first decision you will have to make is about the timing and deciding when would be the best time to install the new roof. The time it will take to complete the new installation will depend on several factors like weather conditions, size of the home, the company you hire, etc. Typically a new roof installation can take anywhere from one full day to four or five days. Take any seasonal weather into account and plan accordingly.

You should plan the new roof installation when you will be available to answer any questions or address any confusion that may occur. You do not have to be in the house while the roof is being put into place, and you probably don’t want to be. Replacing a roof can be a very loud and labor intensive process. So camp out somewhere else for the day, but stay nearby and have your phone handy so you can be contacted if any issues occur.

What Type of Roof to Install

The next decision you will have to make is what type of roof you should install. Three of the main choices to consider are tile, shingle, and metal. Here are some benefits and drawbacks for each variety.

Tile (Made from clay or concrete. They are elegant, durable, fire, salt, and rot resistant and stay cool in the heat. The require a greater weight-bearing building so they will not work for all structures.)
Metal (Energy efficient, durable, affordable, and good for extreme climates. Sounds like rain or hail can be very loud.)
Shingle (Popular, affordable, wide variety of style choices, and suited for complex roof architecture. They are less tolerant to extreme weather conditions and are more suited to a temperate climate.)

If you are unsure which choice is the best for your home you should work with a company that provides residential shingle roofing in Mexico Beach, FL.

Who Will Install the New Roof

The last and very important question you need to consider is who will be installing the roof. You should interview more than one company and get more than one bid before you make your decision.

You should check references and make sure that the company you want to work with is insured, bonded, and licensed to install residential shingle roofing in Mexico Beach, FL.