Summer Is the Best Time for a New Roof and Skylight

Replacing a roof isn’t a project most
homeowners plan for or look forward to. Still, the longer you own your home,
the more likely you’ll need to think about a new roof. While you can replace a
roof at any time during the year, summer is ideal. Explore reasons why you
should schedule your roofing project during the warmer months. Also, if you’ve
considered adding skylights to your home, you may be able to have them
installed at the same time.

The Weather Forecast

Most outside home improvement projects
depend on good weather. Any project that includes work on the roof demands dry
weather conditions. Of course, you may experience rainstorms in the summer, but
you’re less likely to deal with cancellations due to poor weather. Check with
your local roofing company. When you ask about timing, they’ll likely tell you
it depends on the weather. If your area enjoys more warm and dry weather in the
summer, that’s when you should consider scheduling installation.

You’ll Be Ready for Rainy Season

Close your eyes and imagine what the days feel
like during July and August. The light is golden. It warms the body and the
soul. You know what comes after the dog days of summer. The rainy season
followed by chilly winter temperatures. Why not take care of both your new roof
and add a few skylights now so that you have peace of mind when the fall rains
arrive? You’ll know your home is protected from the weather. You won’t need to
worry about leaks popping up in the attic or other areas of your home. And if you
install skylights at the same time, you’ll not only enjoy more natural light,
you’ll also take care of two major home improvement projects at the same time.

Summer Roofing Projects Takes Less Time

The goal of any home improvement project is
spending the least amount of time to complete the project. Once you determine
it’s time for a new roof, of course, you’d like the project finished as quickly
as possible. Even though the roofing contractor’s team won’t be inside your
home, they do usually bring some equipment and a dumpster for your old roofing
materials. The outside of your home may be a bit messy and things can get
noisy. No one wants to stretch the job out, especially the roofing company. Summer
normally offers the best conditions for your roofing contractor to tear off the
old roof and get install the new one quickly. They may be able to complete the
job in a day. Keep in mind experienced
roofing teams can handle installations even during challenging weather
conditions. But summer weather allows the team to maximize their time without
the interruptions they deal with more frequently during rainy and cold seasons.

Summer Is Roofing Season

What does roofing season have to do with
skylight installations? Remember, installing skylights, requires opening your
roof. Summer is one of the busiest times for roofing companies. After winter
ends, many homeowners have a roofing contractor come out and assess any damages
that occurred during the winter. If they end up replacing a roof, it’s the
perfect time to plan for adding skylights. Even if a roof doesn’t need a total
replacement, why not go ahead and install skylights at the same time you
schedule repairs? You’ll enjoy peace of mind knowing you won’t deal with a
leaky roof and enjoy a better mood from more sunlight shining in your home. You
should also save money by having both jobs done at the same time.

If you’re ready to upgrade your roof this
summer, call Findlay Roofing at 770-516-5806. We’ve taken care of roofs in the
Atlanta area since 1995.