Most single-family roof replacements take one to two days once materials are delivered. Large, steep or complex roofs, extra decking repairs and weather can add time.
What the install day looks like
- Materials are delivered, usually the day before or that morning.
- The crew protects landscaping and tears off the old roof.
- Damaged decking is replaced.
- Underlayment, flashing, shingles and ridge vents go on.
- The crew cleans up and sweeps for nails.
What can add time
- Rain in the forecast
- A second layer of old shingles
- More rotted decking than expected
- Very steep or complex roofs