Roof replacement is a complex project, involving many variables that can result in delays or going over budget. Fortunately, a good, solid plan can help keep your project on track. In today’s post, let your local roofing company Chase Roofing LLC help you with your roof replacement plans by discussing these planning mistakes that you need to avoid.
1. Choosing the wrong material. Certain factors dictate the choice of roofing material, among these are the home style, the roofing slope and the maximum dead load that the roof can support. For example, if your existing roof has a low slope, then materials like slate and tile will not be suitable, unless you’re planning on having a new framing structure built. A roofing professional can help you match the material to the roof that you want.
2. Ignoring local building codes. Building codes help ensure the safety of your home, and disregarding them can result in hefty fines, property value decrease and insurance difficulties. You’ll also be compelled to correct noncompliant builds at your own cost. Fortunately, all of this can be avoided when you work with a professional roofer.
3. Not having the roof inspected first. Inexperienced roofers and DIYers fall into the trap of not determining the roof’s overall condition before starting on a project. In the case of roofing, it could mean replacing the roof when all it needed were repairs. A professional roofer won’t allow such rookie mistakes to happen.
4. Not doing your research. It’s never too early to start planning roof replacement. The more you know about things like how a roofing system works and the pros and cons of various roofing products, the better you will be at making informed decisions.
5. Not including a contingency budget. Changes to an ongoing roof replacement project can happen if there are hidden problems that will need to be fixed before your roofer can proceed. Since unplanned repair costs are not included in the original estimate, it will be tacked on as an additional expense. Always remember to prepare a contingency or “emergency” budget worth about 10% to 20% of the estimate.
Being aware of these pitfalls and planning for them — and working with a roofing professional like Chase Roofing LLC — will help avoid derailing your project. Give us a call today at (757) 872-0700 or (757) 206-1948, or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation. We serve Newport News, VA, and the surrounding communities.
