Make sure you ve checked the forecast and only attempt roof work especially on steep roofs when the conditions are acceptable.
How to shingle a steep roof safely.
How to work on a steep roof.
Don t rush your roof job.
Here are some tips for working safely on a roof.
If you happen to have an extremely steep roof you will have an even greater challenge.
You need someone to steady the ladder and if you do slip help you down or call for assistance.
Never do roof work when it s raining or windy.
Some roofs are so high and so steep that even working from scaffolding can be dangerous.
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Probably no home improvement is as tough yet satisfying as re roofing your house yourself.
A roof is no place to be when it s wet or it may rain.
Work safely and methodically.
The few dollars you ll save by doing it yourself aren t worth the risk of death or a lifelong disability if you fall.
Hire a professional to do the job if the roof is steep over 35 degrees.
Leave steep and or high roof work to the pros.
When it comes to roofs even the best safety equipment is no substitute for common sense and good judgment.