Things to Expect During Your Roof Replacement in South Florida

• Your old roof will literally be thrown down from the top of your house into your yard during your roof replacement project. To minimize damage, clear your yard of everything that can be removed, such as lawn ornaments, hoses, potted plants, etc. Your landscaping and plant life should be marked with red tape and covered with a tarp; any in-ground sprinkler system should be visibly marked as well. Discuss this process with your roofing contractor so you can be sure to leave adequate space for the roofers to do their job. It's better to choose a small area of lawn as a designated area for the debris from your old roof to be thrown down.
• Inform your neighbors of the impending temporary increase in noise and traffic. If you need any neighbors to move their vehicles to allow for a clearer path for the roofing trucks, make sure to give them plenty of notice, and offer to do the same for them should the time arise.
• Persistent hammering and multiple people walking above can cause your home's structure to shake. Before the roofing project commences, do a thorough walk-through to make sure everything inside your home is stable and the shaking won't disturb your stuff.
• Anything mounted to the ceiling, whether it's hanging plants or chandeliers, is in danger of breaking and/or causing cracks to form in the surrounding ceiling. Grab a ladder and a screwdriver, and take down whatever you can. In a multi-story home, items hung from your first floor ceilings may or may not need to come down; ask your contractor for specifics.
• After the ceilings, turn to the walls and take down any photographs, art, or other hanging objects. You will also want to be on the lookout for furniture and decorations vulnerable to heavy tremors, like a glass display case or a vase resting on an unsteady table. You'll want to remove these items to safer locations until your new roof is complete. A good roofing contractor may even provide an extra pair of hands or two to take these items down and/or put them back up if you need them.