Is Roofing In The Rain Bad

Summer sun and high heat make working in a little rain a viable option.

Is roofing in the rain bad.

It is not the fault of your contractor and while the delays can certainly be frustrating a contractor who attempts to install a new roof in the rain is going to be compromising the overall integrity of the installation. Be wary of a roofing contractor who promises to install a new roof regardless of the weather. This is because your shingles and roofing materials may not properly adhere to the wet surfaces and continuing the installation can trap moisture in you roof. Roofing in the rain not only means you or your roofing experts will be extremely wet uncomfortable and exposed to more risk but it also means that your new roof could have less integrity than if it were installed in dry conditions.

If the sheathing or wood is wet during the time of installation it can trap moisture inside of your roof leading to mold rot or other severe problems. If damaged shingles or underlayment are allowing rain to seep into the attic or walls it could cause mold mildew and other damage. A wet installation can also cause a new roof to fail. Shingles and roofing materials may not adhere properly to slick surfaces with high humidity.

The exception would be a flat roofed structure. One of the first things we do during inclement weather is to make sure extra safety precautions are taken at the job site. This can lead to mold rot and a host of other costly repair problems for your roof. Doing so puts workers at risk of falling off a wet roof and unnecessarily exposes your home to damage for which they may be held liable.

If it starts to rain a good crew will have tarps handy to protect your home just in case. But it probably wouldn t come as any surprise to know that roofers find working in cooler temperatures a perk. Safety is always a primary consideration for roofers and roofing in the rain requires caution. Shingles will not stick to a wet roof.

A reputable contractor keeps tabs on the weather and won t begin installing a roof if it s raining or expected to rain.