Roof-replacement planning

Make the written scope do the work

A residential roof replacement is a decision about the work included, not just the covering you can see. Start with an explanation of the roof’s condition and the reason replacement is recommended. Ask whether repair remains an appropriate alternative and what evidence supports the proposed approach.

Our focused service guide helps you prepare questions about removal, decking assessment, underlayment, flashing, ventilation, access and cleanup. Its cost-factor table is a comparison aid, not a local price list. Use it to identify missing assumptions and request clear treatment of concealed damage before signing.

This publication provides planning information only. It does not inspect roofs, install materials, arrange appointments or transmit estimate requests. You choose and contact a contractor independently. Follow the service link for the detailed comparison guide, then use the estimate-preparation checklist to record your property questions. Keep the proposed scope and the provider’s answers together so you can compare like-for-like offers.