Roofing A House In The Rain

One of the roofing pros we spoke with says mist won t affect osb any more than the humidity that osb absorbs on a hot day.

Roofing a house in the rain.

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. With rain that keeps stopping and starting roofers can work on smaller parts of roofs at a time only tearing off and replacing each part at a time. Safety is always a primary consideration for roofers and roofing in the rain requires caution. 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.

This means less of the roof will be open to rain damage. While the completed shingles may not be in place during an unpredicted rainstorm there should be a protective layer on your roof that keeps rain from getting in. Shingles and roofing materials may not adhere properly to slick surfaces with high humidity. But it probably wouldn t come as any surprise to know that roofers find working in cooler temperatures a perk.

During a roof installation there are several steps to ensure that your home s interior is never exposed. If damaged shingles or underlayment are allowing rain to seep into the attic or walls it could cause mold mildew and other damage. Shingles will not stick to a wet roof. Rain can also help roofers inspect drainage issues and see where the water is flowing.

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. If it starts to rain or drizzle the roofers should act quickly to cover your osb most likely with a tarp. For you as a homeowner the contents of your home are a priority. A wet installation can also cause a new roof to fail.

Be wary of a roofing contractor who promises to install a new roof regardless of the weather.