How Long Will My Roof Replacement Take (and What’s Cleanup Like?)

Sad, but true: most Pennsylvania homeowners don’t wake up excited to replace their roofs. (Hey, we can’t all be exterior contracting fanatics.)

First of all, there’s the cost: the thing on most homeowners’ minds. Then, there’s the scheduling process, the unknowns of having crews banging nails into the roof. And finally, the potential messes you’ll be left with. No wonder it’s not most folks’ idea of a good time.

But get this. A new roofing installation might be a lot easier than you think—and certainly less stressful. In fact, you might even enjoy the process! With that in mind, here’s what to expect when working with E&E to replace that old, worn-out roof.

How Long Does a Roof Replacement Take?

New roofing installation timelines are based on the following factors:

• Initial inspection
• Quoting & approval
• Scheduling
• Work day (installation and cleanup)

At E&E, most of our roofing projects are completed only 14 days after receiving your deposit. And with same-day inspections and estimates, that means you can be admiring your new roof in as little as two weeks. 

How Long Will Crews Be at My Home?

Even with larger jobs, our roofing experts can tear off your old roof, install a new one, and leave your property spic and span in a single day—meaning you’ll be safe and sound under a new roof before the sun sets.

What Goes Into a Roofing Estimate?

Before signing on the dotted line, there are a few details that need to be hammered out. 

They are:

• The size and complexity of your roof
• Material types and aesthetics

Our roofing sales reps can help you iron all of this out—and get you the best roof based on budget, durability, manufacturer warranties, and aesthetic preferences.

What Does the Work Day Look Like?

Completing a roofing installation in a single day doesn’t take magic. What’s required is forethought and experienced crews that know how to get it done.

When the E&E crew arrives at your home, materials are staged, dumpsters positioned, and every team member knows their specific task.

It’s this coordinated effort that gets you a roof they can rely on before supper time.

Here’s what you can expect on installation day:

• Staging of Materials: Dumpster and materials are dropped off in an area worked out between the homeowner and project manager the morning of installation
• Protect Your Property: We’ll cover landscaping, driveways, and siding with tarps before tear-off begins
• Remove Old Roof: All existing shingles and underlayment are removed safely and efficiently—with everything thrown straight into our portable buggy if possible
• Inspection and Repair: We’ll check the roof decking for rot damage and replace any compromised areas
• Install New Roof: Whether CertainTeed shingle installation, GAF shingle installation, or metal roofing, we’ll get everything installed to manufacturer’s specs
• Cleaning During Job: While team members are on the roof tearing off and installing new shingles, other crew members are surveying the property for trash and debris to be removed
• Finish and Seal: The crew adds flashing, vents, and ridge caps for proper ventilation and long-term protection you can count on
• Final Site Cleanup: We’ll blow out/clean gutters, get all trash off roof and out of yard, take everything to the dumpster, and go around your home with large magnets—some on sticks for flower beds—to find any loose nails that may have fallen

After all that—handled in a single day—you’ll be relaxing under a fully finished architectural shingle roof that’s ready to face Pennsylvania weather head-on.

How Does Cleanup Work After Roof Replacement?

Respectful Cleanup and Care is an integral part of the E&E lifeblood—and our crews are trained in cleanliness and reminded of it nearly daily. (In fact, it’s part of our company mission.)

For roofing jobs in particular, this means a tidy staging of materials before the job, maintaining standards of cleanliness as we work, and then performing a thorough jobsite cleanup after the day’s work is done—something we’ve believed is just as important as the work itself for over 30 years.

• Teardown into portable dumpster and buggy
• Gutter cleanout
• Remove all trash from roof and yard
• Clean up tools and materials
• Search property for nails with large magnets
• Take full responsibility for getting waste to the dumpster

Does E&E Offer Financing for Roof Replacement Jobs?

Home improvement projects aren’t always cheap. And while E&E does not directly finance work performed for homeowners (other than recipients of our community service days), we do partner with a trusted financing lender and offer flexible payment plans.

And with financing options as low as $163 per month, it’s easier than ever to protect your home without maxing out your budget.

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Getting a New Roof Is a Big Deal

The E&E crew knows getting a roof replacement is a big deal. It’s a major investment. There are a lot of unknowns, and it can be tough to know where to begin.

But while you may only renovate your home once in a lifetime, we do it every day—and have been putting our clients’ minds at ease for over 30 years.

So if your roof is nearing the end of its lifespan, reach out for your same-day inspection and estimate today. Because you deserve a roof you’re proud of—and the E&E crews are ready to make that process as quick and streamlined as possible.

Get Your Complimentary Estimate.

E&E General Contracting has been a trusted provider of roof replacements, repairs, and all types of siding replacement services for over thirty years. Your project comes backed by a lifetime workmanship warranty and the assurance that comes with highly skilled, communicative, and caring crews. Reach out for a complimentary estimate on your exterior repairs and remodeling today—because you deserve a home to be proud of.