Is Spring the Best Time for a Roof Replacement? Pros & Cons by Season
This article explores the benefits and disadvantages of roof replacements in the spring, summer, fall, and winter. Keep reading to learn more!
This article explores the benefits and disadvantages of roof replacements in the spring, summer, fall, and winter. Keep reading to learn more!
What time of the year is best for a roof replacement?
The answer might surprise you: Any time!
Unlike many contractors, L&S Home Improvements works year-round and can service your roof during any month. While we suggest planning roofing projects in the spring or fall months when the weather is nicer, if you’re experiencing a roofing emergency, you shouldn’t wait to seek service. Waiting will make the problem worse, potentially leading to significant structural damage to your home.
If you’re not experiencing an emergency, keep reading to learn more about the advantages and disadvantages by season.
Peak roofing season in Michigan begins in April after the weather breaks. What’s nice about a spring roof replacement is that temperatures are mild, making working conditions favorable and providing ideal conditions for sealing shingles and other materials. Longer days allow the workers to get more done in the daylight, meaning your job is completed the same day.
There are a few drawbacks to spring roofing work, one of the biggest — weather. You know what they say about April showers in Michigan — and those spring rains come with the potential to set projects back. Another significant drawback is that spring is the most popular season for roofing work, so there may be a longer wait to schedule your project.
The biggest advantages of roofing during Michigan summers is that the weather is dry, days are long, and any storms pass through quickly.
One notable disadvantage to roofing during the summer months is — hot temperatures. For starters, roofing crews mainly experience health and safety issues during the summer months. To keep our team safe, we take more frequent water breaks, we may avoid work when the sun is at its strongest, and we require the team to prioritize individual and collective health measures to get everyone home safely each day. Due to the health and safety guidelines we follow, some jobs may take an additional day to complete.
The fall season, along with spring, is the most ideal for roofing work. However, unlike spring, fall isn’t as busy since most property owners want their projects completed earlier in the year. Because of this, there’s often less demand in the fall, which translates to more availability.
Similar to spring, fall temperatures are mild, and humidity is typically low, allowing for more favorable working conditions.
The only real downside of roofing work in the fall is that the days are shorter, so workers can’t accomplish as much in a single day.
Though winter isn’t an ideal season to perform outdoor roofing work, it is possible, and it should be done if you’re dealing with emergency repairs that can’t wait until spring. The cold weather, combined with snow and ice, makes roofing difficult and potentially even dangerous during the winter, which can sometimes result in project delays.
The advantage of winter is that there’s very little demand, so prices are comparatively lower than at other times of the year.
Again, we advise scheduling non-emergency roofing in the spring, summer, or fall. But if you ever run into an emergency, don’t hesitate to call a professional in the winter.
Understanding whether you need minor repairs or a complete replacement can be challenging, which is why we always recommend scheduling a professional inspection. The following signs indicate a new roof is needed:
Remember, if you’re experiencing an emergency, don’t wait for the weather to break. Contact L&S Home Improvements today, and we’ll respond quickly to address your issue. However, if your roof is nearing the end of its lifetime and you’re looking to schedule a replacement, we recommend scheduling in the spring, summer, or fall.
Visit our website to learn more about our roof replacement services, or contact us today to schedule a free inspection.
