Whenever you need roof work done, one of your first questions is, “How long will it take?” Even a professional roofing contractor is noisy and disruptive. Make plans to go somewhere else or prepare to get through the day knowing how long the roofing work will take.
In short, it depends on what you’re doing. In addition to what kind of roof work you need, your specific roofing needs, and external factors like the weather, many factors determine how long it takes the roofing contractors to finish your roof.
Different types of roofing
Different roofing jobs take different amounts of time. It can take a few hours to fix a roof or replace a partial roof. If you want to be out of the way while the roof is being repaired, you can go to work for the day or go shopping for a few hours and come back after the work is done. In contrast, if you’d like to stay home throughout the day, you can do that without missing work. A full roof replacement can take 1-2 days, depending on the weather. The least disruptive form of roofing work is roof inspections. They take no time at all.
Take a look at your roof (old and new)
Is your house bigger, with a bigger roof? You might have to wait a little longer for a roof replacement, or even roof repairs, if you have a big house. Changing or repairing a tiered roof can also take longer than a simple one. In terms of roof replacements, take your home’s size into consideration, as well as the material. Materials play a role in how long the project takes. The time it takes to install a metal roof versus a Spanish tile roof is different.
Weather
Weather conditions can be a roofer’s worst nightmare, and it can be the bane of their existence. As a result of rain and snow, roofing projects can be delayed and take twice as long as a normal one or two-day job. During the course of a roof repair or replacement, your roofing contractors will make sure that your home is protected with a tarp if it rains halfway through the work.
It is difficult to accurately predict weather that far in advance, which is the main problem with trying to avoid weather delays. During the summer, many homeowners prefer to have roof work done as it is dryer and there are fewer chances of rainy days, which is one of the reasons why. Due to this, it can sometimes be difficult to have any flexibility at all when setting up your roofing project on the basis of your schedule due to this reason. The schedule for winter roofing projects is more flexible, but there is a risk of snow or freezing rain causing more problems with the project. There are many exceptions to the rule when it comes to Texas winters, but generally, they are mild and dry.
Ask your roofing contractor how long such projects typically take and what they do in case of bad weather when you have an upcoming roofing project. Take into account your roof’s size and materials when explaining your project, whether it’s a repair or replacement. Despite the fact that we might not be able to predict everything, All Star San Antonio Roofing can assure you that the work will be done with the utmost care and efficiency to ensure your highest satisfaction. If you would like to receive a free quote from us, please contact us today.
