Undertaking a do-it-yourself roofing project is no small task and there can be many DIY roofing fails that can happen. Many roofing issues demand the skills, expertise and knowledge that can only be provided by professionals.

All professional roofing companies have to comply with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines as required by law. These guidelines set forth clear policies in regards to the professional roofer’s responsibilities. These include educating employees, providing the safest working environment possible and carrying out sufficient risk assessments on every roofing job.

You can avoid these five DIY roofing fails by hiring properly trained roofing professionals who have a solid reputation for doing excellent work and take safety seriously.

Leaks from Improper Work

One of the biggest pitfalls when it comes to taking on roofing projects is not understanding the intricacies of roofing. Not knowing the best way to install roofing, you may end up with a leaky roof. A leaking roof can cause serious damage, not only to the exterior of the house, but in its structural integrity as well. Leaks damage the overall structure, foundation and the strength of the roof and walls. Leaky roofs result hidden damp areas which can create mold.

Safety Issues

Repairing or replacing a roof can be one of the most dangerous home projects you can try to do yourself. Potential safety hazards of taking on a roof project yourself include:

• Falls due to a lack of special matting or an anti-slip roof coating
• Injuries due to no helmets or goggles
• Inadequate restraints
• Rushing through a job to complete it on your day or weekend off

The danger is not just for the ones on the roof. Falling roof debris, hammers or other equipment are also all too common. These have caused many injuries to people or vehicles.

Overspending

Many people think they can save a little cash by doing roofing projects on their own. However, most average homeowners do not have the access to the high-quality materials used by professionals at the price they can offer. You do not want to use inferior materials on your roof. Low quality materials can lead to cracked or damaged roofing tiles. Then you will need to replace them again and you end up spending time and money on the project twice. Unless you know what you are doing and the proper materials to buy, chances are you will end up spending more money in the long-run.

Wasted Time

You managed to get the best and correct materials for your project and to get up the ladder safely without falling off. Now, do you know how to use the materials correctly? A professional will take a day or two to get the job done. You will have to spend all your time trying to figure out how to do the job correctly. What’s your time worth?

Not Expecting the Unexpected

You have to ask yourself as a novice roofer if you would be able to adequately cope with any unexpected discoveries? What if you discover asbestos in the roof? Do you know how to remove it safely? What about inclement weather while your roof is vulnerable? Or there are many other unexpected findings when doing a roof project.

Professionals are the professionals for a reason. Avoid these pitfalls of DIY roofing and leave it in capable hands so you can be assured of a quality job well done. All Weather Tite Roofing as the training, certification, and insurance needed to do the job properly the first time. Please contact us for a free estimate.