Do
I need to be home to obtain an estimate?
My roof has only one layer
at this time. Can I nail over the existing
or is it better to tear the roofing off?
When are the roofing materials
delievered and will they block my driveway
or garage?
Do I need to be home while
the work is being done?
Will there be any dust
or debris in my attic area from the job?
Do I need to protect
any items inside my home from possible
damage?
Will discarded nails be a safety concern?
Can I check to see if
complaints have been filed against the
contractor in my area?
Do
I need to be home to obtain an estimate?
No. We will be able to get the necessary
measurements and inspectations from
the outside of your home. However, meeting
the estimator allows you the opportunity
to discuss your specific needs in obtaining
a new roof.
My
roof has only one layer at this time,
can I nail over the existing or is it
better to tear the roofing off?
Older shingles tend to cup as they dry
out and age. The new layer of roofing
will follow the contour of the existing
shingles which may cause your new roof
to look bumpy or uneven.
But the estimator
will not be able to inspect the roof
deck for heat damage, rot or loose decking.
The wood can be inspected from the attic
for broken boards or water damage, but
loose decking cannot be determined without
removing the shingles and existing tar
paper.
In general, removing
the existing layer or roofing will add
about $2,000.00 to the cost of the roof
replacement for a typical Minnesota
home.
When are the roofing
materials delivered and will they block
my driveway or garage?
We generally schedule the materials
to be delivered by our supplier the
day we install your roof. In most cases,
the materials will be loaded directly
to the roof of your home. If there is
any reason the materials cannot be loaded
to your roof, you will be notified in
advance.
We ask that you keep
the driveway clear or vehicles on the
day of delivery and also while the work
is being performed.
Do I need to be
home while the work is being done?
No, in fact many customers prefer not
to be home when the work begins. However,
some homeowners like to be home to watch
the work in progress.
Will
there be any dust or debris in my attic
area from the job?
Yes. In all roofing jobs, some dust
or debris can fall between cracks of
the plywood or plank board decking.
We suggest removing or covering any
items stored in the attic or garage
if dust or debris is a concern.
Do
I need to protect any items inside my
house from possible damage?
Yes. On all roofing jobs there is a
degree of vibration which comes down
through the framework of the home. It
is recommended your safeguard all fragile
items such as knick knacks and pictures
which are not securely mounted to the
wall. If in doubt, take a few minutes
to protect any non-replaceable items.
Will
discarded nails be a safety concern?
We install tarps all around the perimeter
of your home before we start tearing
off your roofing. We remove all the
roofing debris, clean out the gutters
and do a thorough cleaning of the grounds
and surrounding landscaping. Included
in this is the use of a magnet to pick
up any nails that have reached the ground.
Can
I check to see if any complaints have
been filed against the contractor in
my area?
Yes, the Better Business Bureau can
be reached by telephone at 651-699-1111
and can provide information on complaints
filed on a particular contractor.
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