Due to extreme weather events or the gradual deterioration of older materials, many Texas roofs will eventually exhibit damage. Fortunately, with the help of a Texas residential roofing company, many of these points of damage can be resolved without much hassle. However, leaks, moisture buildup and other signs of wear are a common cause of stress for homeowners. If you have scheduled your roof repairs, get ready for their visit in advance to help ensure a straightforward experience.
Things You Should Do Before We Arrive
While we make every effort to make the roof repair process as easy and worry-free as possible for you, the truth is, there are a few steps you can make to improve your own experience. The best way to have a stress-free roofing experience is to prepare for our arrival in advance. To help, we’ve assembled some simple, easy-to-follow roof tips that will make your next repair or replacement even easier.
Secure Valuable and Fragile Items
Vibrations and loud noises are inevitable during roof repair. These vibrations can carry through your home and cause pictures, antiques, figurines, and other fragile items to fall off the wall or from shelves. To prevent this, we recommend that you remove these fragile items from the wall. Pack them away in a safe place, and return them to the wall once the work is done.
We understand that some jobs cause more vibrations than others. To make sure you’re adequately prepared, call us ahead of time and ask what the extent of the vibrations are likely to be. You should also prepare for noise during the course of the repair.
Prepare the Area for Our Contractors
Here are a few steps you can take to prepare your home for us to do our work:
- Keep children and pets inside throughout the course of the repair.
- Make sure your driveway is easily accessible and that vehicles are clear of the area where the repairs are being done.
- Do not cover or block outdoor electrical outlets – we need access to complete our work quickly.
- Cover up water features (pools, hot tubs, fountains, etc.) around your home. Dust and roof debris might otherwise get into the water or damage the filters, etc.
- Cover fragile plants and remove fragile yard decorations.
- Follow our three simple fixes for your roof to overcome minor issues.
Resolve Any Roof Accessibility Issues
Before contractors arrive for a roof repair project, it’s essential to ensure the work area is as accessible and hazard-free as possible for them. Not only does this preparation help speed up the process of repairing the roof, it can also help prevent damage to your property.
Start by surveying the trees close to your home. Overhanging branches may pose a risk to workers and can disrupt repair work. Next, take a walk around the perimeter of your home. Patio furniture, garden decorations, grills or potted plants could be in the way, or at risk of damage from falling debris. Relocate these items to a safer spot so the work area is unobstructed.
Finally, if you have gates or locked areas, confirm they’re unlocked on repair days, or provide the contractors the means to access them. While these steps are small, they can certainly prevent delays and ensure your roof is repaired as quickly as possible to protect your home’s interior.
Contact Us for Professional Roof Repairs in Texas
Meis Roofing delivers expert roof repair services for homes and businesses throughout Texas. When you need help with roof inspections, repairs or new installations, don’t hesitate to contact us. For assistance, call 866-211-1116 or request a free roofing inspection today.
