Can roof repairs be done in the rain in Augusta?
The shortest answer is no, usually roof repairs should not be taken care of during a storm. There are circumstances however when a roofer near Augusta will in fact have to repair a roof when it is raining. Rain can be dangerous for our contractors while working since water makes the roof and ladders slippery when wet. We never want to put our roofing contractors in harm's way to finish a job or do a repair. At the time however we do not want our customers' roof to be exposed to the rain if there is a large leak. There is a fine line between the two and in some cases our contractors will work in a light drizzle to get the roof finished or prepped before a large rain storm rolls into town.
In many situations a wet roof can cause the shingles to not adhere properly during a repair or installation. If the shingles are installed on top of wet wood this could also potentially lead to mold growing between the wood and underlayment which would eventually cause rot on the OSB boards. If the OSB boards become soft and begin to rot then the shingles have the potential of ripping out much easier if a large storm occurs. There are also many parts of the roof which are sensitive to water such as the insulation in the attic, barriers and OSB boards etc.
One aspect which homeowners overlook when installing a roof or repairing a roof in the rain is the manufacturer's warranty. Many manufacturing companies only guarantee the product if installed on a dry surface which can not be done during a rainstorm. These companies have their guidelines and rules for roofing contractors that we must follow if we want the roof to last as long as the lifetime expectancy is stated. We usually don’t replace or repair a roof during rainfall because it could cause the manufacturer to void any kind of warranties.
What if my roof was being replaced when a rainstorm comes?
There are circumstances which will happen such as your roof being 70% finished before a rain storm happens. We come equipped for things such as this and will make sure to protect the home from the rain and moisture until the storm passes. The first we want to do is insure the safety of our contractors and take any steps to make sure they don’t slip. Next thing we need to do is cover any bald spots of the roof where shingles have not been placed yet with a large tarp. Our large tarps can be draped over plywood and secured to the roof which will protect the plywood from the water. Once we have covered any plywood and secured the tarps we need to protect the roofing material that is sitting on the property or driveway. We will quickly cover the uninstalled stacks of shingles with tarps and then wait out the storm. Once the storm passes we will take off the tarps and resume work, getting the job done as efficiently as possible if another rain storm is threatening to come the next few days.
What happens though if my roof needs to be repaired while it's raining?
Like mentioned above there will be times when a roof begins to leak and the weather forecast predicts rain for multiple days. Depending on the severity of the leak and intensity of the rain storm we have to play it by ear. Our emergency roofers can help temporarily fix leaks or damages to support the home while the storm is passing through but will not get on the roof if it is pouring cats and dogs. Once the storm passes we will resume work and get the repairs done as soon as possible. If your roof needs to be replaced entirely we will provide an in depth quote during this time as well.
If the weather forecast predicts that a large storm is coming before we begin work on a roofing repair If we will most likely postpone any roof replacement services until the storm has passed. If a storm is coming though we do offer roof inspections before it arrives to let you know if the roof is strong and leak free. Give our roofing company near Augusta, GA a call today!
In many situations a wet roof can cause the shingles to not adhere properly during a repair or installation. If the shingles are installed on top of wet wood this could also potentially lead to mold growing between the wood and underlayment which would eventually cause rot on the OSB boards. If the OSB boards become soft and begin to rot then the shingles have the potential of ripping out much easier if a large storm occurs. There are also many parts of the roof which are sensitive to water such as the insulation in the attic, barriers and OSB boards etc.
One aspect which homeowners overlook when installing a roof or repairing a roof in the rain is the manufacturer's warranty. Many manufacturing companies only guarantee the product if installed on a dry surface which can not be done during a rainstorm. These companies have their guidelines and rules for roofing contractors that we must follow if we want the roof to last as long as the lifetime expectancy is stated. We usually don’t replace or repair a roof during rainfall because it could cause the manufacturer to void any kind of warranties.
What if my roof was being replaced when a rainstorm comes?
There are circumstances which will happen such as your roof being 70% finished before a rain storm happens. We come equipped for things such as this and will make sure to protect the home from the rain and moisture until the storm passes. The first we want to do is insure the safety of our contractors and take any steps to make sure they don’t slip. Next thing we need to do is cover any bald spots of the roof where shingles have not been placed yet with a large tarp. Our large tarps can be draped over plywood and secured to the roof which will protect the plywood from the water. Once we have covered any plywood and secured the tarps we need to protect the roofing material that is sitting on the property or driveway. We will quickly cover the uninstalled stacks of shingles with tarps and then wait out the storm. Once the storm passes we will take off the tarps and resume work, getting the job done as efficiently as possible if another rain storm is threatening to come the next few days.
What happens though if my roof needs to be repaired while it's raining?
Like mentioned above there will be times when a roof begins to leak and the weather forecast predicts rain for multiple days. Depending on the severity of the leak and intensity of the rain storm we have to play it by ear. Our emergency roofers can help temporarily fix leaks or damages to support the home while the storm is passing through but will not get on the roof if it is pouring cats and dogs. Once the storm passes we will resume work and get the repairs done as soon as possible. If your roof needs to be replaced entirely we will provide an in depth quote during this time as well.
If the weather forecast predicts that a large storm is coming before we begin work on a roofing repair If we will most likely postpone any roof replacement services until the storm has passed. If a storm is coming though we do offer roof inspections before it arrives to let you know if the roof is strong and leak free. Give our roofing company near Augusta, GA a call today!