We are now well into the New Year and almost done with January. There have been 10 days of dry weather but the early year rains are not quite done with us yet. However, there should be a lot of dry days coming up in the next couple of months.
The point is that you can benefit from these.
You should know there are some real advantages for property owners to repair and re-roof their homes and commercial buildings during the early part of the year.
Yes, the weather is more likely to be bad. Yes, it is colder.
But here is the thing - these exact points are real advantages.
1. Roofing companies are slower during these months as most homeowners and building owners wait for the spring and summer to consider getting their roofs fixed or re-roofed.
2. Because companies are slower, it is also easier to get your re-roof scheduled when it is convenient for you.
In the summer, the heavy volume of work may make it difficult to get your roof done when you want it done. But in the winter months, this is not a problem.
3. If your roof is currently leaking and ultimately needs to be replaced, you can save further money by replacing it now.
There is no point in paying someone to repair it and then having it ripped up in the spring or summer when you replace the roof. The prudent thing is to do the whole job now and save on the repair cost.
4. Any residential roof can be done during the winter.
Because the days are shorter and the weather can be more inclement, the job might take three or four days compared to two in the summer. However, professional roofing companies have lots of experience in ensuring your roof is secure and water-tight during the process, so there is no real downside to the extra time that might be needed.
Large commercial flat roofs are the only roofs we advise not to replace during these months. This is because the large surface area is difficult to secure over the time needed to do the job.
5. Even if you decide not to do the roof right now, arranging it now to get it done in the spring can save you time and aggravation.
Leaving your roof to the spring or summer means you might be struggling in the busy season to get it all arranged. There is no advantage to that.