Is it time for a new roof for your home? If so, you may be curious as to how the roof installation process is going to go and which type of roof is best for you to purchase. I’ll break it down for you!
Different roof materials
Before you begin looking for a roof installation company to handle the work for you, it’s important you choose a material that’s going to work well with your building or home structure. Today, one of the most popular roofs are metal roofs.
Metal roofing installation has increased as more people become aware of how durable and long-lasting a roof with metal is. Not only that, metal roofs are fireproof which makes them a popular choice for people who live around areas prone to wildfires.
Not sure that a metal roof will look aesthetically pleasing on your home? Metal roofing can be installed with raised-seam panels and also laid on your roof to look like composite shingles.
Other types of roof materials include shingles, slate roofing, clay or ceramic tiles, asphalt shingles, and wood shakes.
Installation process
Now that you’ve decided on a roofing material, it’s time to schedule a roofing company to complete the project. While each company is different, the installation process will likely resemble this:
- Existing roofing materials will be removed
- Any repairs needed to the roof will be completed
- If your area requires ice dam protection, this will be installed
- Next, the roof material will be laid on your roof
- Then the edge of your home/roof will be complete
- Any debris will then be removed, and an inspection will happen
- If the inspection passes, the project is complete.