The roof is your home’s first line of defense against the elements. When it’s compromised, you’ll need to act quickly to reduce the risk of water doing long-term damage to your house. However, getting your home ready for roof repairs requires more than just calling your trusted roof contractor.

Do:

Consult your HOA.

You don’t want to repair your roof with materials that are not approved by the homeowners’ association. Doing so can result in fines and additional roof work. Before the roof contractor arrives, check with your HOA for any regulations on materials and colors. If there are restrictions, provide your contractor with a list of the approved options. If there are none or you live in a neighborhood without a homeowners’ association, use whatever materials will work best for your roof.

Protect your landscaping.

You put a lot of effort into maintaining your yard and garden. Unfortunately, even the most cautious roof leak repair team can accidentally drop materials or tools on your flowerbeds. Rather than leaving the beds exposed, cover your fragile plants with a tarp.

Don’t:

Leave pets in the yard.

Though your pets may be used to coming and going throughout the day, keep them inside during any roof work. Not only are roofing materials hazardous to your animals, but an excitable dog might injure the contractors. Once the crew is finished for the day, your pets can have full access to the yard.

Park your car near the work area.

The day of your repair appointment, move your car to the street and well away from the work area and falling debris. Furthermore, parking away from the work area makes it easier for the roof contractor to move tools and equipment in the area without worrying about damaging your property.

 

When you need an experienced roof contractor to handle all of your home’s leak repair needs, look no further than On Top Roofing in Mililani, HI. Their experienced roofing team can help with everything from fixing minor wind damage to full roof replacement, and they do 24-hour emergency calls. Learn more about their services online, and call (808) 688-7407 to schedule a free estimate.