10 Things Your Roofer Wants You To Know

Mow Your Lawn Before the Roofing Crew Arrives

Roofing is a messy job. Roofers typically work at a fast pace to minimize the amount of time it takes to remove your old roof and install the new one, so your home doesn’t go too long without the protection of that final layer of roofing material. This means that debris will fall off the roof and land on your lawn, especially around the perimeter of your home.

A good roofing crew will typically sweep the property with magnetic brooms once the project is complete to make sure no nails or off cuts are left behind, says David Steckel of Thumbtack, a service that matches homeowners with home improvement professionals and service providers. Having freshly-trimmed grass will make it easier to collect that debris and ensure they don’t accidentally leave you with any surprises.