What Should I Do to Prepare My Home for the Roof Installation Process?

Preparing your home before a roof installation helps the project go smoothly and protects your property throughout the process. Here’s a practical checklist from HAVN Construction to help Cedar City homeowners get ready for installation day.

Exterior Preparation

Clear the Driveway and Access Areas Our crew needs space for trucks, materials, and a dumpster. Move vehicles out of the driveway and clear a path to your home’s entry points. If possible, ask neighbors to be mindful of parking near your Cedar City home during the project.

Move Outdoor Furniture and Decorations Remove patio furniture, potted plants, grills, and any decorative items from around the perimeter of your home. Roofing debris can fall during installation, and moving these items prevents accidental damage.

Trim Overhanging Branches If tree branches hang over or near your roof, have them trimmed back before the crew arrives. This gives our team clear access and prevents branches from interfering with the installation.

Protect Landscaping While HAVN Construction takes care to protect your landscaping, you may want to cover delicate flower beds or plants near the house with tarps. We also use ground-level protection, but an extra layer of precaution doesn’t hurt.

Interior Preparation

Secure Wall Hangings and Shelves The vibration from roofing work can occasionally loosen wall-mounted items. Remove or secure anything fragile on your walls and shelves, especially on upper floors and in the attic area.

Cover Attic Items If you use your attic for storage, cover items with sheets or tarps. Dust and small debris can work through during the tear-off process.

Prepare for Noise Roofing work is loud. If you work from home, plan to use noise-canceling headphones or work from another location during the installation. If you have pets, consider keeping them in a quiet, interior room or arranging for them to stay elsewhere.

Communication

Talk to Your Neighbors Let your neighbors know about the upcoming work. It’s a courtesy that Cedar City residents appreciate, and it helps avoid any parking or access conflicts.

Coordinate With HAVN Construction Before installation day, we’ll review the project timeline, daily start and end times, and any specific concerns you have. Don’t hesitate to ask questions - we want you to feel fully informed.

Ready to get started? Call HAVN Construction at (435) 572-2866 to schedule your installation and get a complete preparation guide.