Homeowners almost always ask the same question first: how long will my house be a construction site? The short answer is 1 to 3 days for most jobs, but the full project timeline runs longer.
Quick Answer
A typical 2,000 to 2,500 sq ft asphalt shingle roof takes 1 to 2 days of on site work. Concrete tile runs 3 to 5 days. Clay tile or steep/complex roofs can stretch to a full week.
Most homeowners are surprised, the actual roofing is faster than the paperwork around it.
Full Project Timeline
- ›Day 0: Free inspection & written estimate
- ›Week 1 to 2: Permit pulled, materials ordered
- ›Day of install: Tear-off, decking inspection, underlayment, shingle/tile install, cleanup
- ›Day +1: Magnetic nail sweep, final walkthrough
- ›Week +1: GAF inspection (for Golden Pledge® warranty)
What Slows It Down
- ›Rotted decking discovered mid-tear off
- ›Monsoon weather (we will not roof in active rain)
- ›Steep pitch or multiple roof faces
- ›HOA color approval delays
We schedule around weather windows so your home is never left exposed overnight.
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