Roofing in the Winter- Is it a good idea?
Roofing projects are often overlooked in the winter and put off until there is warmer weather. However, this really depends on if the roofing company is properly equipped to perform the work and the products used can be effectively installed in cold weather. You can always wait for warmer weather to get the roof work done, but you risk the issues getting worse.
Can roofing be done in the winter?
Yes! However, you need to make sure that the roofing company is experienced with the winter weather conditions. A good way to determine this is to ask your contractor to give examples of other work they have done in similar weather conditions. If the weather is severe enough, there could be delays, but it will be communicated with you. Depending on the part of the country this is rare, but always a possibility to keep in mind.
What are the risks with roofing in the winter?
Since the roof can be slippery and the potential for injury increases, you will want to make sure the roofing company has the proper insurance and experience working in cold weather. You’ll want to avoid the possibility of an accident on your roof affecting you or your insurance. Royalty Roofing has a $16 million in umbrella general aggregate coverage and $1 million for each occurrence. Even with the risks associated there are many benefits to roofing in the winter months.
What are the benefits?
Even with all the risks involved, there are benefits to getting roof work done in the winter. Many people will wait until the weather is better to get the work done. This leaves more time for the roofing company to fit you in during winter months. Getting the roof work done now prevents issues from getting worse and can save you money. Also, if a deteriorated roof is a source of your building’s energy loss, every cold day leads to higher costs. There are savings to be had by not waiting for warmer weather.
