When you’re making as big of an investment as a new roof, you’ll probably do your absolute best to avoid making any costly mistakes that could negatively affect the project. While there are plenty of things you should do when it comes to your roof, there are a few big “No’s” you should take into consideration as well.

Overestimated Your Handiness

If you have experience with roofing or are just particularly handy, you may be able to handle doing your roof yourself. However, if you aren’t that great with your hands, don’t make your roof a DIY project. Trying to replace your roof without experience can result in improper installation and actually cost you more in the long run.

Buying Your Own Materials

You may think you’ll be able to save on costs by cutting out the middleman and buying your roofing materials, but that’s not always the best idea. A professional roofing contractor uses specific brands and materials for a reason — because they know the quality and worth of them.

Buying your own materials means having to spend more time going through different materials and try to negotiate the best price. Hiring a professional cuts out all the hassle and often gets you a better price.

Installing Certain Products

While you may love the idea of having a skylight, they typically can’t support too heavy of rainfall and can allow for water to seep into your roof and cause leaks. Sometimes, certain products or roof features can actually cause more harm than good and run up not only your initial costs but maintenance and repair costs down the line.

For all your roofing needs in the Norwalk, CT area, trust the experts at JM Roofing & Siding. With over 15 years of experience under our belts, we have the knowledge and know-how to offer you the best experience possible. Give us a call today at 203-299-0716.