Roofing By Hernandez August 18, 2021
The How-To of Modern Roof Installation
The How-To of Modern Roof Installation
Roofing by Hernandez is here to shed light on the new roof installation process!
Okay, so you’ve decided it’s time for that new roof your home has been in need of for some time but you’re still in the dark about the actual process you’ll be signing up for. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a few answers beforehand? You know, to have some idea of what to expect and what to watch out for? Well, you’re in luck because the team at Roofing by Hernandez has put together this article to cover everything you need to know about new roof installation.
Before we dive in, it’s important to remember that everything we explain here is just an example. Every roofing project is different and brings its own set of challenges that you and your roofing professional – hopefully, Roofing by Hernandez – will have to overcome together. This is just a reference for you to feel more comfortable when signing on the dotted line.
While we’ve tried to be thorough, there may be questions that aren’t answered by what we’ve shared here, so we invite you to contact us at your convenience for detailed answers to whatever you’re interested in. Just call (312) 439-0556 or use our contact form and we’ll call you!
New Asphalt Shingle Roof Installation
Prep for Day #1: Dumpster Drop-Off
The day has finally arrived! It’s time to start on your new asphalt shingle roof installation. But wait – we’re not sending materials to your location just yet. No, we need to tear off the roof first and for that we’re going to need a dumpster.
We use a dumpster drop-off truck that brings it just where we need it and picks it up when we’re all through. The truck will arrive within the window we provide for you – usually between 7:00 and 10:00 am. You’ll need to ensure that all vehicles and obstructions are moved the night before to allow easy access to the drop-off location.
Working Day #1: The Tear-Off Process
Once we know the dumpster is onsite, we’ll send our professional crew to your location to begin the work. Normally, we time this very close so that we’ll be there within an hour of dumpster drop-off – so long as that’s okay with you.
Now that we’re at the property, we start tearing off the old roofing material and depositing it in the dumpster. No muss, no fuss – just quick, expert work. For most roofs, this process takes most of the first day on the jobsite. We’ll apply dry in as we tear off the old shingles to protect the wood from any weathering while the new roof installation is underway. This begins at the furthest point of the roof from where our dumpster is located so that we don’t damage the new material as we work.
Working Day #2: Asphalt Shingle Installation
The next day will begin bright and early with our team onsite to handle the shingle installation steps. Normally, we work out the best starting time prior to getting underway, so you’ll know when to expect us on day #2. Our pros will commence roofing as soon as the step on the property and keep that flow going all day long.
When the work hits a certain completion percentage, we’ll perform an in-progress roof inspection to ensure everything is going according to plan – not to mention satisfy any local ordinances and zoning laws.
Installation Complete – Timeline Depends on Specific Roof
Once that’s out of the way, our team will work hard until all of the shingles have been installed and the new roof is in tip-top shape. At this juncture, we’ll take time to inspect the roof with you, the customer, to point out what was done and ensure you’re completely satisfied. It’s that easy!
New Metal Roof Installation
Prep for Day #1: Dumpster Drop-Off
Just as with an asphalt shingle roof, the metal roof installation process begins with the dumpster being dropped off at your location. This is the depository of all the debris and detritus from metal roof installation, so it’s a vital component of the process.
We will have a dumpster brought to the location on a trailer and dropped off at a specific location on or near your property. The truck will be there in a tight window in the morning – usually 7:00 to 10:00 am. You’ll need to make sure that vehicles and obstructions are moved the night before to allow access to the drop-off location.
Working Day #1: The Tear-Off Process
We now have the dumpster in place and our team will be set to arrive shortly after – say 30 minutes to an hour. We’ll be sure that this is worked out with you prior to the project kicking off, so don’t worry that we’ll be a nuisance.
When tearing off a metal roof, it’s important to be careful that the process does not damage the wood underneath of the structure itself. Our experts will start on the farthest edge of the roofing, away from our dumpster, and move toward it laying down dry in as we go. This is a material designed to protect the structure from weathering as the installation is ongoing. You can always count on Roofing by Hernandez to be thinking of you and your best interests!
Working Day #2 to #4: Old Material & Complexity Impact Installation Time
The dry in has been laid down successfully and all of the old materials have been cleared away. We’ll have timed the metal roofing materials to be delivered at precisely this time so as to get started immediately. Why the rush? Because unlike many roofing materials, metal roofing requires a steady hand and an experienced eye to get just right.
Depending on the roof’s complexity, and the materials that preceded it, metal roofing usually takes anywhere from three days to more than a week – again it’s all about complexity. See, when we install a metal roof we do it one section at a time, so the pitch and valleys take extra time to get right. That means a longer installation process than traditional shingles or flat roofing.
Just as with asphalt shingle roofing, it may be necessary to perform a roof inspection once the work has progressed to a specified point – say 25% complete. This is a rule laid down by certain municipalities, so check with your Roofing by Hernandez professional when discussing your roof to find out more.
Installation Complete – Timeline Depends on Specific Roof
Once that’s out of the way, our team will work hard until all of the shingles have been installed and the new roof is in tip-top shape. At this juncture, we’ll take time to inspect the roof with you, the customer, to point out what was done and ensure you’re completely satisfied. It’s that easy!
New Roof Installation Is Easy When You Choose Roofing by Hernandez!
As we’ve outlined the process for you, you should no longer worry that a new roof installation is a project to dread – especially when you choose to work with Roofing by Hernandez. We’re Chicago’s best roofing professionals with decades of combined new roof installation experience. Give us a call at (312) 439-0556 when it’s time for your new asphalt shingle or metal roofing and we’ll deliver an exceptional experience along with the finest roof installation in town!
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The Facts About New Roof Installation from Roofing by Hernandez
The Facts About New Roof Installation from Roofing by Hernandez
You need answers about new roof installation and Roofing by Hernandez has them!
If you own a home for long enough, chances are you’re going to need new roof installation at some point. It’s the same for every homeowner and many just aren’t confident about the whole process. What does the process look like when you’re a customer? How long does the whole thing take to complete? If these questions sound familiar, don’t worry because you’re not alone. We’ve heard them from homeowners for decades and have all the answers about new roof installation you’ll ever need. Just read on to learn more!
Okay, so maybe there’s not every possible answer to every possible question in the article to follow. That would make a very long, very boring article, honestly, but we’re always happy to provide specific new roof installation insight whenever you need it. Just call (312) 439-0556 or use our contact form and we’ll call you!
Hypothetical Asphalt Shingle Roof Installation Project
Morning of Day #1: Dumpster Delivery
Alright, you’re our hypothetical new roof installation customer and your home needs new asphalt shingles. That’s excellent and we’re ready to help after you’ve completed the paperwork. The first thing we schedule is dumpster delivery. We can’t tear off the old roof without somewhere to put that material and that’s where the dumpster comes in handy.
We provided you with a window for this delivery and informed you that you would need to move all vehicles and obstacles from the dumpster’s chosen location. The truck will be at your property between 7:00 and 10:00 am so watch for them and get ready to start roofing!
Roofing Day #1: Tear-Off Old Roofing
So, once we have verification that the dumpster is onsite, our team will arrive to begin the work – usually between 25-45 minutes after delivery of the dumpster. We do our best to time this right as every minute of daylight we’re not on the roof is a wasted opportunity to get more done.
The tear-off of the old roofing material begins at the edge of the roofing furthest from where we’ve placed the dumpster. This is done so that our team can apply a dry in material that covers the exposed wood and protects your structure’s interior as the installation is ongoing. You never know when a shower might pop up so better safe than sorry is our motto – and another reason to choose Roofing by Hernandez for your roof installation projects.
All of the torn-off material will be carefully placed in the dumpster so that it’s removed completely from your property when all is said and done. Last, we’ll have the shingles brought to the jobsite just as we complete the dry in work so that we’re ready to go in the morning.
Working Day #2: Asphalt Shingle Installation
This is the big day! We’ve removed all of the old roofing material and applied dry in material to keep the woodwork safe. Now it’s time to lay down the new material including the industry-leading asphalt shingle products we rely on. The work usually can be completed in the second day but we can never be certain until we’re onsite and handling the specific roof. Some like to surprise you with unseen damage or structural issues.
That’s where the inspection comes in. Many municipalities in the local area require that a roof inspection takes place as soon as the work progresses to a certain degree – say 25% completion. We’ll check with your municipality prior to getting underway so you can sit back and relax.
Roof Installation Complete – Actual Time Will Depend on Roof
No roofing projects are the same and while we try our best to meet specific timelines, some things can happen that will be beyond our control. Rest assured, we’ll keep you updated every step of the way and ensure you’re always on the same page with our team. The end result – a spectacular asphalt roof installation!
New Metal Roof Installation
Prep for Day #1: Dumpster Drop-Off
The process for installing a new metal roof for residential customers across the area begins much the same as it does for asphalt shingles – with the delivery of a dumpster for our uses. Yes, it will be onsite for the entirety of the work but for a good reason – to ensure every bit of scrap and material ends up where it should be, not in your yard.
As we will have discussed this step in detail prior to the day we begin, you’ll be aware of the dumpster delivery in plenty of time to make certain that all vehicles and obstructions that need to be moved have been before the truck arrives to drop it off. This is normally between 7:00 and 10:00 in the morning and we’ll make sure you’re ready for it when the time comes.
Working Day #1: The Tear-Off Process
Okay, so the dumpster is in the right spot and our team can begin to tear off the roofing material – no matter what that happens to be. As you’ll have come to expect from your interactions with our team to that point, we’ll have schedule the roofers to arrive directly after the dumpster – no wasted time when working with Roofing by Hernandez!
Our experts will start removing the old roofing material at the far side of the roof from where our dumpster is located. This is done so that, as we move from one side to the other, we can lay down dry in material to protect the wood and interior of the structure until installation is completed. You’ll get forward-thinking and solid planning every time you work with Roofing by Hernandez. It’s how we operate and why we’re #1 in new roof installations – be they metal or otherwise!
Working Day #2 to #4: Old Material & Complexity Impact Installation Time
After we have removed the old material, and the dry in has had a chance to set, we’ll begin installing the brand new metal roofing of your choice. This process is handled exactly as we handled the tear-off – from the furthest side to the dumpster side. This is done because metal roofing demands it. It requires each roof section to be addressed individually, so all the valleys and peaks will need special attention to ensure that the finished product is world-class and up to our usual standard.
Because of the way metal roofing must be installed – piece by piece – it may take anywhere from three days to a few weeks. It really is wholly dependent on the complexity and challenges the roof brings to our expert metal roof installers. We never waste time but we’re also just as concerned with doing a fantastic job and striking that balance can take longer than a traditional asphalt shingle roof – no matter how skilled we are.
As with shingle roofing, we may be called on to perform a roof inspection once work has progressed to a certain point – say 25%. This is a rule laid down by certain municipalities, so check with your Roofing by Hernandez professional when discussing your roof to find out more. We’ll know for sure and make sure you do too!
Installation Complete – Timeline Depends on Specific Roof
Finally, we’re through with the new roof installation and your new metal roof looks fabulous. And it will for years to come so enjoy it and the envious looks it brings from your friends and neighbors. Before we leave, we’ll take time to inspect the roof with you and ensure you’re completely satisfied. See? We told you it was easy!
New Roof Installation Is Easy When You Choose Roofing by Hernandez!
As we’ve outlined the process for you, you should no longer worry that a new roof installation is a project to dread – especially when you choose to work with Roofing by Hernandez. We’re Chicago’s best roofer with decades of combined new roof installation experience. Give us a call at (312) 439-0556 when it’s time for your new asphalt shingle or metal roofing and we’ll deliver an exceptional experience along with the finest roof installation in town!
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