How do I replace my roof myself?
Most of us are always reluctant to perform such technical job like replacing roof of house. Why this is so and what hurdles are there to accomplish this. It is quite obvious that if you are unfamiliar with replacement of roofing, then how you can take the risk of performing this practical work. But nothing is impossible in this world when everything is available with you in form of updated guides and videos. By adopting certain safety measures, you can execute the replacement of roofing. But also keep in your mind that it is not so simple as you deem it.
Install a durable and maintenance free roofing
Simple roofing can be handled by you but definitely you will not jump into the various geometrical shapes of roofing like hips, pitch changes, dead valley, chimneys, dormers and roof to wall. Amongst all home repairs, new roof installation is the most important to have. The damaged roof that will invite to spoilage of all your interior’s luxury and costly belongings. Just think about damage that can be caused to your electronics, precious documents and other family articles. All this can be deterred only by installing a durable and maintenance free roofing.
Tearing off existing shingles or to install new roof over it?
Being the popular roofing, asphalt shingles are quite durable if they are installed perfectly. However, there is need to replace with highest quality shingles ultimately. Like most of the people who want to replace their roofing, a lot of questions come in your mind. What is the best shingles I have to choose? Necessary knowledge that I must have about replacement and installation? Is there need of tearing off existing old shingles or should I only install new roof over it? An expert opinion of a roof inspector and your budget will respond to all these questions.
Look into every aspect of roofing
Before executing the roofing, you must be familiar with some basic terminology used in roofing. This basic knowledge will make you confident as some roofing types you can install comfortably while other sloppy or complex designs are hard to execute. Hence you must look into every aspect of roofing so that you can make right decision about its installation. Common roofing types are flat, mansard, hip, gable, shed, gambrel. Even this list is incomplete. Various factors are there that needs to know.
Does building codes permit you to execute roofing?
If you are thinking that repairing the entire roof is the only viable option before you, then you are not on right side. There are many good options in this regard like installation of new shingles, light weight roofing or metal roofing by which you can replace your existing roofing. First check the building codes for your roofing that if such roofing is allowed by these codes. In this context it deserves to mention here that normally asphalt shingles having two layers of slope 4/12 or below are best to choose. After ensuring it, proceed further to roof over.
Get the services of a certified roof inspector
No doubt, huge time and effort is needed to install a roof and heavy cost of course. But you can save the cost of tearing off existing roofing by placing new roof over it. Thus you can save the expenses to be spent on underlayment. Similarly, you will be needed less tools and equipment if you avoid tearing off the old roof. There will be no need to apply weather protections schemes as the old roof is unexposed. The huge expenses to be incurred on disposal fees are also saved as no dumpster is needed. Best to hire services of certified roof inspector who could confirm that your old roof can accommodate new weight of roofing. Further to it, he can overall guide you all about the roofing scenario.
Plan the project and adhere to the best of best
Material choice is an important step in roof installing. Shingles are now available in all liked verities among which 3-tab shingles and architectural shingles are preferred mostly by the people. Make your team of 3-4 for execution of roof installation in two to three days to complete the task. Never compromise on safety and adopt all the preventive measure in this regard. After getting proper permit, you can now start your work. Never execute roofing activities in sub-par atmosphere. Now starting your project, tear off (if you want it), cover large holes, apply underlayment if tearing is done, drip edge flashing be mounted, locate center of your roof, first shingles line be attached, then in the same way install second line and so on lay all the rest of shingles. At the end collect all the debris and arrange to remove it from the working area.
Tearing off existing shingles or to install new roof over it?
Being the popular roofing, asphalt shingles are quite durable if they are installed perfectly. However, there is need to replace with highest quality shingles ultimately. Like most of the people who want to replace their roofing, a lot of questions come in your mind. What is the best shingles I have to choose? Necessary knowledge that I must have about replacement and installation? Is there need of tearing off existing old shingles or should I only install new roof over it? An expert opinion of a roof inspector and your budget will respond to all these questions.
Look into every aspect of roofing
Before executing the roofing, you must be familiar with some basic terminology used in roofing. This basic knowledge will make you confident as some roofing types you can install comfortably while other sloppy or complex designs are hard to execute. Hence you must look into every aspect of roofing so that you can make right decision about its installation. Common roofing types are flat, mansard, hip, gable, shed, gambrel. Even this list is incomplete. Various factors are there that needs to know.
Does building codes permit you to execute roofing?
If you are thinking that repairing the entire roof is the only viable option before you, then you are not on right side. There are many good options in this regard like installation of new shingles, light weight roofing or metal roofing by which you can replace your existing roofing. First check the building codes for your roofing that if such roofing is allowed by these codes. In this context it deserves to mention here that normally asphalt shingles having two layers of slope 4/12 or below are best to choose. After ensuring it, proceed further to roof over.
Get the services of a certified roof inspector
No doubt, huge time and effort is needed to install a roof and heavy cost of course. But you can save the cost of tearing off existing roofing by placing new roof over it. Thus you can save the expenses to be spent on underlayment. Similarly, you will be needed less tools and equipment if you avoid tearing off the old roof. There will be no need to apply weather protections schemes as the old roof is unexposed. The huge expenses to be incurred on disposal fees are also saved as no dumpster is needed. Best to hire services of certified roof inspector who could confirm that your old roof can accommodate new weight of roofing. Further to it, he can overall guide you all about the roofing scenario.
Plan the project and adhere to the best of best
Material choice is an important step in roof installing. Shingles are now available in all liked verities among which 3-tab shingles and architectural shingles are preferred mostly by the people. Make your team of 3-4 for execution of roof installation in two to three days to complete the task. Never compromise on safety and adopt all the preventive measure in this regard. After getting proper permit, you can now start your work. Never execute roofing activities in sub-par atmosphere. Now starting your project, tear off (if you want it), cover large holes, apply underlayment if tearing is done, drip edge flashing be mounted, locate center of your roof, first shingles line be attached, then in the same way install second line and so on lay all the rest of shingles. At the end collect all the debris and arrange to remove it from the working area.
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