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ROOFING
101 - PROJECT CHECKLIST
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 Roofing
Fact #3482
Every roofing
system has installation requirements that dictate its success
or failure. Choosing a knowledgeable contractor is imperative
to achieving a successful roofing installation.
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Prepare
for the following contingency items to be considered during a roofing
project.
- Pre-Job
Meeting
- Be adamant on a pre-construction meeting so decisions can be
made on:
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Where equipment such as kettles, crane, dumpster, etc. can
be placed
- Job
start date
- Estimated
completion date
- Contact
information (phone numbers, beeper numbers, etc.)
- Terms
of payment/draw dates
- Prepare
for Inconveniences
- Prepare tenants or employees for the possible inconvenience
during a roofing project (noise, smell and dust are some inconveniences).
Parking may have to be disrupted to allow the contractor adequate
staging areas. Tenants may require assistance to plan for disruptions
and may wish to know completion dates.
- Specify
Materials - Persist on established materials. All Proposals
should include a sample warranty so that you can understand the
coverage, limitations and exclusions.
- Avoid
Roofing Over Existing Roofing Systems - It is generally a
false economy to install a new roof over an old one. Wet insulation
can continue to cause leaks and deterioration of the structure.
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Inspect Substrates - Arrange to be on site during removal
of the old roofing system. The extent of any deteriorated decking
which supports the roof is usually concealed. Proposals commonly
indicate that replacement of the substrate will be done as needed
at an additional charge. On-site inspections will provide the
facts to the extent of any damage discovered.
- Replace
Metal Flashing Components
- Replace all perimeter metal flashings, vents, base flashings
and expansion joints. Sheet metal components can become damaged
during removal even if the intent is to reuse them. Gutters and
downspouts are a few exceptions.
- Consult
Tax Advisors - In some instances, re-roofing may be eligible
as a tax-deductible repair rather than capital improvement.
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Established
1938 STATESVILLE
ROOFING
COMPANY 325
MAYO STREET
STATESVILLE
NORTH CAROLINA
28677
USA
PO
DRAWER 1266
STATESVILLE, NC
28687-1266 704-873-7261
FAX:
704-838-8181
TOLL FREE:
866-829-ROOF (7663) |
