Emergency Roof Repair Pointers for Sacramento Homeowners

Waiting for help to arrive can seem like the hardest thing to do during a Sacramento roofing emergency. For this reason, a lot of homeowners take it upon themselves to fix a leaky roof in the middle of a storm.

Does this sound like you? If it does, then this post is for you. Below are some important things you need to know about urgent repairs for your Sacramento roof.

• It is wiser to brave the weather and wait for the storm to pass. Climbing the roof while a hailstorm or hurricane is raging can do more harm than good. If you slip or accidentally drop tools on the shingles or shakes, you could actually compound the mechanical damage, not to mention doing harm to yourself.

• There are things you can do to minimize the damage while waiting for the roofer. Since most emergency Sacramento roof repairs involve leaks, you might as well do your best to contain water intrusion inside your home. Position a pail or bucket directly under the dripping ceiling. Separate wet from dry furniture. Protect your valuables with plastic.

• As with regular jobs, a roof survey is needed before the pros will commence on the repair. This inspection can help your roofer trace the leaks and come up with the best method to fix the damage. When weather does not permit a thorough check-up, the roofing specialist may choose to employ temporary measures and then come back afterward to evaluate permanent solutions.

Reminder: Do not risk a limb or your life on do-it-yourself tasks. Let the Sacramento roofers from Yancey Home Improvements handle emergency repairs for you.

Other Things to Know for Your Roof Repairs

Sacramento roof repair projects can be quite confusing, especially if you are just starting out with your first home. Here are three things you probably didn’t know about roof repairs.

Licenses

Hiring someone claiming to be licensed is not enough. The City of Sacramento issues various licenses for various projects. Having a General Contractor license does not mean you can do insulation projects. If you’re talking with a contractor, check for:

Lien Waivers

Contractors do not pay the suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors outright. Rather, roofers wait until their clients complete the payment and use this to pay off all the remaining loans. A lien is basically a claim on your property should the contractor fail to pay its loans to the suppliers and laborers.

Fortunately, lien waivers can easily be sorted out in the contract. Find a reliable contractor and you don’t have to worry about these claims.

Warranties

Be knowledgeable about warranties that roofers provide. There are basically two types of warranties involved in roofing projects:

Service Warranties 

This type of warranty is provided by the contractor and is independent of manufacturer warranties. For major repairs, roofers can provide warranties that last as much as 5 years.

Manufacturer Warranties 

This warranty is a standard among roofing products. It is provided by the manufacturer and covers the materials. Less than reputable contractors may lead you to believe that the services are also covered.

Insurance

Always ask your company if they are adequately insured. You don’t want to work with someone that does not have proper insurance, lest you end up paying for damages in the event of an accident. Remember, the law requires roofing companies to be insured for at least 1 million dollars.

By hiring a licensed company, you can be sure that your property, as well as the people working on it, are protected.