How to Prepare

We’re so excited to be working with you and want you to be fully prepared for your project. Construction can be stressful for household members, including children and pets, so it’s important to make appropriate arrangements in advance. Please review the following information to learn how to safeguard your home and belongings. This way, you know you can expect the best service with Pyramid Roofing throughout this whole process!

Continue reading below or click here for our Step By Step Guide for Replacing Your Roof

Inside your home

The roofing process can cause vibration down to the foundation of your home. Because of this, we recommend that you take precautions to protect any fragile items (i.e. collectibles, mirrors or pictures) by removing them from the walls and/or shelves and placing them in a safe area. The owner is notified that any damage to contents will be the responsibility of the owner and/or his insurance company.
Debris or dust will fall into the attic and sometimes the interior of the home. It is recommended that you remove or cover all items that you do not want to get dirty and/or possibly damaged.
All ceilings can experience “nail pops” and/or “tape cracks” from the tear-off and re-roofing process. This is unavoidable. These repairs are the responsibility of the homeowner. Other unforeseen damage to the building and/or contents which occurred while roofing was in progress will be covered by the contractor, provided the homeowner abided by the advised preparations and precautions above prior to the start of the work. All other interior damage to buildings is covered for the first 45-days after the completion date.

Outside of Your Home

We will need access to your entire driveway, so have the space clear and any needed vehicles out of the garage. Materials will typically be stored on the roof, driveway or around the perimeter of your home throughout the project. Please tell us any specific instructions regarding the placement of materials or equipment before delivery.
To prevent damage from vibrations and falling objects, please remove or relocate the following items from around the perimeter of your home: potted and hanging plants, BBQ grills, patio furniture, exterior lights, and other decorations. For larger or heavier items, the crew may assist you in moving them.

If there is a satellite dish on the roof, we will need to remove it. If you do use it, we will reinstall it but you may need to call your cable provider to realign it. If not, we can dispose of it for you.
The crews may need access to power outlets. If you are not planning to be at home, please verify that your outside outlets work or make arrangements for an extension cord to be made accessible.

New roofing will conform to the surface it’s installed on. Uneven areas won’t be concealed by shingles. If there are structural issues, your Pyramid Representative can provide repair solutions. Initially, some shingles may appear raised due to shipping, but they’ll flatten as the sun warms the roof.
During roofing, some materials (like trim boards and siding) may need to be removed for proper installation. Your Pyramid Representative will inform you of any areas needing paint touch-ups or repairs for rotted material. If you’re interested in Pyramid Roofing handling those repairs or replacements for an additional cost, please let us know.
Upon completion of your project, the crew should do a thorough cleanup along the perimeter of your home, walkways and driveway. A large magnet will be used to collect nails and metal debris. It is virtually impossible to guarantee the collection of every nail and you may come across a handful or two. Because of this, it is important to continue to be cautious as days go on.