Roof Replacement Checklist for Clarksville Homeowners

We have replaced thousands of roofs in Clarksville. We have seen what works and what does

not. A little planning on your part makes the process smoother for everyone. This article

provides a roof replacement checklist for Clarksville homeowners. What to do before, during,

and after.

Call (931) 666-1469 for a free estimate.

Before the Roof Replacement (Step by Step)

Start preparing at least a week before the scheduled start date. Do not wait until the morning

the crew arrives.

1. Clear your driveway. The crew needs space for the dump trailer (30 feet long) and

material delivery. Move your cars to the street or garage. Leave the driveway completely empty.

If you have a gate, make sure it is open.

1. Cover or move fragile items in your attic. Vibrations from tear-o can knock things o

shelves. Move boxes away from the roof deck. Cover furniture with tarps. Take down any

hanging items from the rafters.

1. Remove wall hangings from the top floor. Vibrations can also knock pictures o walls.

Take down anything fragile from the top floor. This includes mirrors, artwork, and shelves.

1. Trim overhanging branches. Branches within six feet of the roof should be trimmed. The

crew needs access. Also, branches can damage new shingles if they fall. Trim them before we

arrive.

1. Mark your sprinkler heads and yard features. The crew will be walking around your house.

Put ags or markers on sprinkler heads, invisible dog fences, landscape lighting, and septic

tank access covers.

1. Notify your neighbors. Let them know the date. The noise will a ect them too. A simple

heads-up goes a long way. Good neighbor relations matter.

1. Make arrangements for pets and kids. The noise and activity can stress animals. Kids

should stay inside or be elsewhere. The crew will have ladders, nail guns, and sharp tools.

Keep everyone clear.

1. Take photos of your property. Before photos of your landscaping, driveway, patio

furniture, and siding. If something gets damaged, you have proof. We are careful, but accidents

happen.

During the Roof Replacement (Step by Step)

The crew will arrive at 7 AM. Here is what to expect.

1. Keep your distance. The crew is working. Do not walk under ladders. Do not climb on the

roof. Do not ask questions while someone is on a ladder. Wait for a break. We are happy to

talk, but safety first.

1. Expect noise. Nail guns are loud (95-100 decibels). Tear-o is loud (shingles hitting the

dump trailer). Plan to work from home elsewhere or leave for the day. If you work from home,

noise-canceling headphones are your friend.

1. Keep exterior doors and windows closed. Dust and debris can blow inside. Close

everything. Cover your AC intake if it is near the roof. Turn o attic fans.

1. Check your attic if you want. After tear-o , you may see light through the decking. That

is normal. The shingles are gone, but the decking is still there. Once underlayment is on, it will

be dark again.

1. Stay available by phone. We may need to reach you about decking replacement or other

discoveries. Keep your phone on. If we nd rotted wood, we will call for approval before

replacing it.

1. Do not walk on the new shingles until the crew is done. New shingles need time to seal.

Walking on them can break the seal or scu the granules. Stay o the roof until we say it is

okay.

1. Plan for no power to exterior outlets. We use your exterior outlets for nail guns. If you

need to use an outlet, let us know. We can work around you.

After the Roof Replacement (Step by Step)

The crew will nish and clean up. Here is what you do.

1. Do a final walkthrough. Walk around your house. Look for debris. Check your gutters.

We will be there to answer questions. If you see something, say something.

1. Check your attic. Look for any new water stains. There should be none. If you see

something, tell us immediately. We will come back and fix it.

1. Wait 24 hours before walking on the roof. The shingles need time to seal. After 24 hours,

light foot traffic is ne (like checking a vent). But avoid heavy traffic. Do not set up a ladder on

the new shingles for at least a week.

1. Mow your yard carefully for the next week. There will be stray nails. Use a bagger.

Check your tires before driving. We run magnets, but some nails always escape.

1. Register your warranty. We will provide manufacturer warranty documents. Register

them online. Keep a copy in your home les. You will need it if you ever sell.

1. Leave a review. If you are happy, tell others. If something was wrong, tell us first. We

want to make it right.

Why Hire Clarksville Roofing Co?

We follow this checklist every time. We communicate. We clean up. We respect your home. Our

crew knows the drill. You do not have to manage us. We manage ourselves.

For Fort Campbell families, we add a military discount and exible scheduling. We work around

your duty hours. If you are deployed, we work with your spouse or power of attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions