Agree on cleanup before work begins
Cleanup is part of the roofing scope and deserves a clear conversation before installation. Ask how debris will be collected, where equipment will be placed, and which areas will be checked at the end. Point out landscaping, patios, play areas, driveways, and any special access concerns. Photographs of the property before work can provide a useful reference when you later review the closeout together.
Use a ground-level walkthrough
Ask your project contact to walk the accessible property with you and explain what has been completed. Discuss any concerns you can see without entering the roof or work area. If you notice debris, an overlooked item, or a change from the agreed scope, record it on an open-item list with a responsible contact.
- Have the agreed debris and equipment removal tasks been completed?
- Which property areas were included in the cleanup check?
- Are there open items or follow-up visits to coordinate?
- What is the status of any required inspections?
- Who should I contact if I find a concern afterward?
Close the paperwork along with the site
Review the completed scope, approved changes, and any remaining questions. Request the relevant inspection records, product information, warranty paperwork, and care guidance. Keep the open-item list until each item has a documented resolution. A walkthrough is your chance to ask clear questions about the work and the property. It should not depend on a promise that a site is permanently hazard-free or that every roof detail can be verified from the ground.
What changes when the roof comes off?
Replacement is an opportunity to evaluate the complete assembly. The proposal should distinguish the visible roof covering from the underlayment, deck work, flashing, ventilation and cleanup. Those details explain what you are buying more clearly than the shingle brand alone.
When the existing roof is removed
The condition beneath the covering becomes easier to evaluate. Ask how any damaged decking will be photographed and priced, and what approval is required before the scope changes. Keep an agreed unit price or written change process alongside the base proposal.
Read the supporting guidance: TAMKO application instructions and warranty documents
