If your roof has never been replaced, you may not be sure what to do to prepare before the roofers arrive. A roof replacement doesn't have to be a disruptive experience, especially if you plan for it properly. Continue reading to learn more about how to prepare before your roof is replaced.

Relocate Your Vehicles

Roof installations can be messy projects. You don't want your vehicles to be damaged by debris or nails. You'll also need to keep your driveway clear so the roofers can set up their materials and access your roof easily. If the team has to stop to move their materials so you can get your car out or work around your vehicles, it disrupts the entire process. Since materials or a dumpster may be dropped off early in the morning, make sure that your vehicles are relocated a day or two before your installation is scheduled.

Protect Your Plants

Roofing is a process that uses a lot of nails and results in a lot of debris. These items can end up on your plants or in your garden. Prepare your garden by removing any statues or other decorative items and covering vulnerable plants and trees. Tarps are an effective way to protect these items. If you have an immovable item that's vulnerable to damage, mark it and notify the team that it needs to be avoided. Good communication can help you avoid headaches down the road. Roofers are used to customers' concerns and will do all they can to protect your garden.

Keep Your Family and Pets Safe

As you can imagine, replacing a roof is a noisy undertaking. Pets will need to remain indoors all day, as will your children. If possible, it's always a great idea for them to spend the day at a friend's house and avoid the disruption altogether. When this isn't an option, be prepared to spend a little extra time comforting them. The noise and having strangers around the home can be upsetting. Fortunately, most roofing jobs are completed in one day, and everything can quickly get back to normal.

According to House Grail, a full roof replacement in the United States costs between $8,000 and $11,000 on average. A qualified roofing company can give you an accurate estimate. Is it time for a roof replacement? Yoder's Roofing Service is the company to call. Contact us today to learn more.