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Norminn

wrote:
Kurt Ullman wrote:

I am having my roof redone. Believing in "trust but verify", what are
some of the things I should be looking while they are here and for
awhile after they have left to make sure the job is being done properly.

All this has been said before.
Before the work is done:
Check recent clients for satisfaction.
Have a written contract.
Include unit prices for replacing sheathing & fascia.
Include specifications for replacement deck, roofing felt, shingles,
drip edge=s, and flashing.
Include - as noted by others - quality of flashing installation.
Include standards for clean-up both daily and at job end.
Include remediation for damaged shrubs and lawn.

When the job begins, keep a wrapper from the various materials and any
instructions that might be included. Check the manufacturer's web site
for installation instructions.
Don't allow installation over a wet deck.
TB

I don't like the recommendations contractors furnish - much rather have
a contractor who has worked for someone I know and whose work I have
seen and speaks for itself.

For any contracting job, I feel one is miles ahead by deciding on a
product ahead of time, researching it to know the standards and methods,
and asking educated questions. You are much better prepared to filter
out the cut-and-run contractors.

After a bad roofing job, with a poor choice of product, done on our
condo, I would add to the advice above:

BE THERE when the work is being done. No staples. Nailing is a
critical issue, so make sure it is done right, right number, size and
placement.

Underlayment will be right dimension plywood, not particle board, etc.

Commencement and completion dates.

Disposal of old roofing.