Its sad but true…all roofs eventually wear out and have to be replaced.
However, if you’re a homeowner in Littleton you can trust Anderson Builders (your local roofing experts) to help you get fixed up with a new roof! Keep in mind that if your roof gets seriously damaged by a hailstorm or high winds there’s a very good chance most of the cost of your roof repairs or replacement will be covered by your insurance company. We can help you with that process too!
A roof replacement involves removing the existing roofing materials and installing new materials to provide a watertight and weather-resistant barrier for your home or building.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to how a roof replacement typically works:
- Roof inspection: one of our expert roofing contractors will inspect your roof to assess the extent of the damage and determine if a replacement is necessary.
We will also evaluate the type of roofing materials currently on your roof and recommend replacement options. - Insurance Claims: if your roof replacement can be covered by your homeowner’s insurance we’ll work with your insurance adjuster and your insurance company through the whole process to get treated fairly and hopefully have the insurance company pay for your new roof.
- Obtaining necessary permits: the roofing contractor will obtain all necessary permits required for the roof replacement project.
- Preparation: The contractor will prepare the area surrounding your home or building, including setting up scaffolding and ensuring that the work area is safe for the roofers. We’ll try to find the best place to place a dumpster which is where the old shingles will be dumped.
- Removal of old roofing materials: The old roofing materials are removed carefully to prevent damage to the underlying structure. The old shingles or other materials are typically removed with pry-bars, shingle removers or other hand tools.
- Inspection of the roof deck: Once the old roofing materials are removed, our roofing contractor will inspect the roof deck for any signs of damage or rot. If any damage is found, the contractor will repair or replace the affected areas.
- Installation of new materials: The new roofing materials are then installed, which could include a range of options from asphalt shingles, metal roofing, to clay tiles depending on the homeowner’s preference and the climate of the area. The roofers will then carefully install the new roofing materials, ensuring that they are properly aligned, secured, and sealed.
- Clean-up and final inspection: Once the roof replacement is complete, the contractor will clean up the work area and perform a final inspection to ensure that everything is up to code and functioning correctly. We’ll even bring a large magnet out and sweep any areas in case a few nails feel on the ground by accident.
A Littleton roof replacement done by Anderson Builders typically takes 2-3 days to complete. Of course, the time might vary based on factors like the weather, the size of the roof, the type of roofing material used and the complexity of the project. Replacing a roof is not a job for amateurs. Lots can go wrong if your roof is not installed properly. It is important to work with a local licensed roofing contractor who lives and works in Littleton, Colorado to ensure that the job is done safely and to a high standard of quality.
Of course, if you’re a Littleton (or nearby) homeowner concerned about your roof we invited you to contact us for a FREE ROOF INSPECTION!
