Should I Stay Home During a Roof Replacement

Quick answer

You can stay home if you want to. A roof replacement is outside work, but it brings noise, movement, and a steady flow of materials. If that will stress your family or pets, plan a day out. If you stay, a little prep makes the day smooth.

What a replacement day looks like

Arrival and setup
Crew arrival, property protection at landscaping and driveway, material staging, quick walk through with you.

Tear off
Old shingles and flashings come off in sections. Expect steady footsteps, scraping, and nail pullers at work. We keep the deck open for the shortest time and clean as we go.

System build
Leak barrier at eaves and valleys, synthetic underlayment across the field, drip edge, starter, shingles fastened with a six nail pattern, balanced ventilation with soffit intake and ridge exhaust, rebuilt flashings at chimneys and walls.

Cleanup and wrap
Magnet sweep, debris removal, gutters checked, photos, and a final walk through.

Reasons to stay home

• You prefer to meet the project lead in the morning and again at wrap up
• You need to provide access to outdoor outlets or a garage panel
• You live in a gated community or have security codes the crew will need

Reasons to step out

• You work from home and need quiet
• You have pets or small children who get anxious with noise and strangers in the yard
• You simply want a calm day and to come back to a new roof and a clean driveway

Homeowner checklist for a stress free day

The day before
Move cars to the street. Bring in planters and patio items. Take down string lights and holiday decor attached to fascia or gutters. Close shades in rooms under the roof to keep dust off open sills.

Morning of
Unlock outdoor outlets. Unlock gates. Confirm where the dumpster and material drop should go. Point out sprinkler heads or fragile garden features.

Inside the home
Take fragile items off walls or shelves that could rattle. Cover attic items if your attic is open. Keep pets in a quiet room or plan a play date.

While we work
Please do not walk around the home without a crew member during tear off. Fasteners can pop loose and we want everyone safe.

How long does a roof replacement take

Most single family homes finish in one to two working days once materials and weather line up. Larger homes or complex roofs can take longer. We set expectations in writing and text updates during the day.

Winter, spring, or summer

We replace roofs year round when weather allows. In cooler months we seat shingles properly and keep the deck dry before underlayment. In warmer months we watch attic temps and keep air moving. Either way the system goes in right.

What about pets

Noise can be stressful. If your dog or cat is sensitive, plan a quiet space or a short day away. Let us know if a pet uses a specific door so we can keep that pathway clear and safe.

How Donny’s keeps your property clean

Driveway boards under the dumpster where needed, tarps in work zones, magnets during the day and at final cleanup, and a walk around with photos so you can see the result. We clear gutters if tear off debris collects near the eaves.

After your new roof

We register your warranty, share final photos, and review simple care tips. If you are planning new gutters or solar, we can coordinate order and timing so everything fits.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be home all day
No. Being there at start and finish is helpful. We can handle the rest and text you updates.

Will the house shake
You may feel vibration during tear off and nailing, mostly on upper floors. That is normal. It stops once shingles are seated.

Can you work if it rains
We do not tear off into active rain. If a surprise shower shows up, we secure the roof immediately, then resume when safe.

What happens if you find bad wood
We show photos and replace only what is needed. Your proposal explains the per sheet price so there are no surprises.

Do you do repairs
We focus on full roof replacement. If you have an active leak we can provide emergency tarping and move right into a complete system plan.

Call to action

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Phone: (973) 333 6364
Email: sales@donnysroofing.com
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