5 Unavoidable Challenges When Installing Asphalt Shingles in summer

Summer is a time when a lot of things happen. Some homeowners go on vacation while others see it as the right time to carry out their roof replacement project.

As a roofing contractor, I can comfortably tell you that you can install your asphalt roof shingles in any climate. However, it’s often challenging when you install them during summer. It comes with difficulties which roofers have to handle proactively.

Here are some of the challenges when installing asphalt shingles in summer.

 Storage
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Storage is a major challenge when you are installing asphalt shingles in summer. Ordinarily, the weather is always very hot during this time. And if your roofers leave the shingles without using them for a long time, it could compromise their integrity due too much exposure to sun. 

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If you finally get a good place to store the shingles, ensure your roofers keep the stacks low. And ensure where you are keeping the shingles have no direct exposure to sunlight. Otherwise, the shingles will get damage before you even install them.

The reason why it’s not advisable to stack the shingles two high when you store them is because it could cause the coating to bleed-through, stain and extreme cases, some of the shingles may be distorted. From experience, scuffing could limit the lifespan of your asphalt shingles.

The best way to reduce the possibility of scuffing is for roofers to work while the temperature is cool. 
 
Removing Shingles from Bundle

Removing shingles from bundle can be very challenging during summer. The reason for this is because Asphalt shingles come with a release film. The release film helps to prevent asphalt shingles from sticking together when you store them.

However, direct sunlight on the shingles will make the sealant stronger. This will make it difficult to separate shingles from each other. But if you hire an experienced roofer, he knows exactly what to do to keep the shingles in good shape when removing them from bundle.

Steep Roofs

Carry out installation on sloped roof during summer is every roofer’s nightmare. But it has to be done anyways. The reason why it’s always challenging to carryout installation on sloped roof is because during hot weather shingles’ coating are softer. And when shingles’ coating are a little soft, there’s always a higher risk of slippage.

Furthermore, soft shingles are prone to scuffing due to foot traffic. It’s important for your roofer to take precaution against scuffing. In my opinion, I would recommend that roofers wait until the temperature as well as the cooler is a bit better.

Limited Work Time

Roofers always have limited time to work during summer. The sun is always very scotching and sometimes, roofers need to take a break after working under sun for a while.

Days when the temperature will be unbearable, roofers start their installation very early.  And when the temperature is too high, they can’t spend much time doing it. So, the roofers will end up spending more time on the asphalt shingles installation. And it’s not always advisable to leave your roof uncovered for a long time.

Heat

Like I mentioned earlier, summers are always very hot here in the United States. Even if you live in a snow prone area, you will still experience the summer heat. Roofers experience this heat more when they are installing asphalt shingles on your roof.

No matter how hardworking a roofer is, it’s always difficult for them to continue when the heat is at its peak. It the roofer continues, he may not be able to work comfortably and will be prone to risk.

These are the challenges that you may encounter when installing asphalt shingles on your roof in summer. But with an experienced contractor, these challenges can be handled without affecting your roof.

Irrespective of the climatic situation in your environment, a good roofing contractor knows the right things to do. This is one of the reasons you need a seasoned roofing contractor to handle your roofing installation.

Suburban Roofing is a reliable contractor you can hire for a top-notch roof installation service. We always go extra miles to ensure that your home is protected at all time. Certainly, we pride ourselves as a leading provider of roof repairs and replacement services.

Do you want to get exceptional value for your roof repairs and replacement project? Give us a call on 860-982-4345; your satisfaction is our priority.