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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