Are you looking for a commercial roof installation? Installing a new roof at your commercial place is a complicated process and needs a lot of experience, skills, and expertise. Through careful planning, techniques, strategies, and execution, commercial roofing experts can install your commercial roofing systems effectively. It will enhance the durability, and effectiveness. To know the complete process, read this article till the end.
Complete Process For Roof Installation
Here are the steps that explain the commercial roof installation process for a clear and better understanding. These steps include;
- Pre installation inspection
- Preparation of the roof
- Installation of underlayment
- Installation of the flashing
- Installation of starter course and primary roofing
- Installation of ridge vent
- Hip and ridge cap installation
- Cleaning and inspection of the roof
Let us discuss all the steps in detail;
Pre Installation Inspection
A detailed inspection is necessary before the actual roof installation. Heavy roofing material needs a strong structure, so hire a roofing specialist who carefully identifies and inspects the roof. Your contractor will also check for any signs of damage, leak, rot, mould, or roof deck.
Preparation of The Roof
In this step, existing material (shingles, tiles, or any other roofing material) from the roof will be removed if there is a need for any repair or maintenance that will be completed in this step.
Installation of Underlayment
Once the roof is prepared, underlayment will be installed on your roof. Underlayment is installed to protect your roof from rainwater or moisture issues. You can choose underlayment material for your roof according to your choice, durability, budget, size of your roof, or as per a roof specialist’s recommendation.
Installation of The Flashing
Flashing is essential to install around chimneys, skylights, vents, or other roof penetrations. This prevents water from seeping towards your roof. This is installed to create a seal around roof penetrations.
Installation of Starter Course and Primary Roofing
The starter course is the first row of roof material, installed to protects the roof from wind uplift. It also offers an edge for the rest of the roofing material installation.
Once the first row of the roof material is installed, it is time to install the primary roofing material.
Installation of Ridge Vent
The ridge vent helps with proper ventilation and is installed at the roof’s peak. This helps to protect your roof from heat and moisture that leads to mold growth and roof damage.
Hip and Ridge Cap Installation
These are specific shingles or tiles that are installed at the edge of the hip and ridge line of the commercial roof to give a finished look to your roof and save you from wind and water during extreme weather conditions.
Cleaning and Inspection of The Commercial Roof
Your commercial roof contractor is responsible for cleaning your roof after complete installation. While signing your contract, remember to discuss the cleaning tasks with your chosen contractor.
Once the job site is cleaned correctly, your contractor must inspect your roof and check if it is installed carefully according to the building codes and rules.
