When most people think about spring cleaning, they think of cleaning the interior of their house. This should be done, of course, but don’t neglect the outside of your house. It needs just as much attention as the interior. With spring on our doorstep, it’s time to get out there, take a look around your property and take note of any concerning issues.
Check the condition of your exteriors, especially the roof. You don’t have to get up on a ladder. Just use binoculars from the safety of the ground. If you spot something, such as missing shingles or evidence of a leak, call your trusted Royal Oak roofing contractor for an official inspection. If they determine that a roof replacement is in order, there’s no better time than spring to tackle this project. Here’s why.
1. Mild Weather
Spring brings warmer temps, making this type of outdoor project perfect to do now. There’s no snow and bitter cold to contend with like there was even last month. And the humidity levels are much lower than in summer, which produces moisture that can damage roofs. In spring, there are fewer delays due to weather, as in winter your project could be sidelined for weeks waiting for the snow and ice to clear.
Yes, spring brings rain, but with more of the sun’s heat around, this will help seal asphalt shingles to the new roof.
2. More Contractor Availability
Early spring is still a relatively slow season for roofers as opposed to summer and fall. Many homeowners wait till the last minute to book their roof replacement. However, you don’t want to get caught up in that rush, waiting behind other customers to get to your turn. Roofers’ schedules tend to be tighter in summer and fall than in spring, assuring a better chance of snagging the top spot that gels with your schedule.
Waiting till the dog days of summer or start of autumn brings a higher chance of waiting in line as more and more delays pile up.
3. Affordability
Because early spring is slower, more contractors are around to choose from. In such a competitive market as the roofing industry, it can be a challenge to shop around for a reputable Michigan roofer or get the best deal when everyone else has the same idea. You have a higher chance of snagging a good roofer at an affordable price. Waiting till the busy season may mean that you will have to take what is available at the stated price.
In addition, roofing suppliers often boost their prices at the start of the busy season, which in turn raises the roofers’ prices as they pass that extra cost onto the customers.
In the end, the best time for a roof replacement in Royal Oak is when you need it and when you have the extra money. You can’t wait till spring if you have a major issue in fall. But in the event that you have control over when to tackle the roofing project, spring is an ideal time.
Contact McLean Roofing and Siding Today
This spring, hire us for a roofing inspection to check for damage left behind by winter. Contact us at (248) 524-1111 for your free no-obligation estimate and consultation on your Troy MI roof replacement.