The weather’s always changing, and it can change dramatically even in a short period of time. In the Midwest, these changes are more common due to its geographic location between two large bodies of water.
What happens if it rains on your scheduled installation day or if there are showers? Is it still possible to install a new roof in this case?
It would be best not to schedule an appointment when there is any chance of rain during the time you intend to install shingles on your home’s exterior.
When bad weather causes roofs to need to be installed in wet conditions instead of in dry conditions, no matter how good their equipment is they cannot get it done since water damages wood very quickly.
Your home’s most delicate parts are exposed to moisture during roof installation. It was not designed for these areas and could be damaged by high levels of humidity or even a driving downpour.
Why Do Roofers Not Install Roofs in the Rain?
During a roofing install, there are many risks that can threaten the integrity of your new roof and put you at risk. Unfortunately, weather may be one such factor; rain or snow during installation could make it impossible to work properly on wet surfaces.
Water is another threat which must be taken seriously by both homeowners and contractors alike because not only does moisture weaken roofs but also puts people in danger if they’re working near water while up high on ladders or scaffolding.
It is Risky
You are exposed to the elements when you install a roofing deck. Mold and mildew can grow on a deck, changing its shape or causing rot, resulting in the failure of a new roof.
Roofing materials could swell or wrinkle due to rain, condensation, dew, high humidity. As a result, shingles will not adhere properly and may buckle/ripple since their undersides are wet. This can result in buckled, rippled and misshapen roofs due to condensation/dew/high humidity creating droplets on shingles. There is also a possibility of slipperiness under the material causing it to not adhere correctly, resulting in a bumpy roof surface.
Not Durable
An experienced roofing company won’t risk their crew’s safety by working on a slippery surface in the rain.
It would be dangerous for them and could lead to injuries if they worked in the rain, even if they used correct safety procedures.
Roofing installation workers may be the tallest objects around. It is not worth any potential accidents to install a roof during a heavy rain, whether it’s an intense downpour or just a light drizzle.
In order to prevent liability for any injuries caused by roofers on your property, roofers should carry the appropriate insurance. To avoid getting in trouble if something goes wrong, always make sure that the roofer follows safety precautions while working.
