Bring the drawings and the important decisions
A roof plan, elevations and relevant detail drawings help establish what needs pricing. Include the project location, stage of construction and any specified roofing material. Point out changes that are still being considered. A quote based on one set of drawings needs review when the roof shape, openings or specifications change.
Choose a system that works with the design
We can discuss asphalt shingles, including CertainTeed Landmark, and residential SnapLock metal options. The choice needs to account for the roof geometry and the selected product’s installation requirements as well as appearance. Different roof sections may need different assemblies. Confirm those decisions with the project’s design team before materials are ordered.
Identify who handles each connection
Chimneys, skylights, plumbing vents, wall junctions and other roof openings cross trade boundaries. The builder and relevant trades should know who supplies, installs and completes each component. If solar equipment or future rooftop work is planned, include that in the discussion so important connections and responsibilities are established before the covering goes on.
Coordinate readiness and site access
A useful programme connects roofing dates to actual site readiness. Discuss the deck, delivery access, material storage, other trades and the expected sequence with your builder. Confirm who communicates changes. Weather and the condition of the work area can affect installation, so a tentative date should be reviewed as the building progresses.
Make the proposal useful to the whole team
The roofing scope should identify the specified system, included flashings and accessories, relevant exclusions and the basis of the price. Clarify any items supplied by others. When comparing tenders, make sure each contractor is working from the same drawing revision and assumptions. The most useful comparison is the complete responsibility for the roof, not a price detached from its scope.
