If you’re a home builder, general contractor, or homeowner building a new house in the Metro East, Barringer Brothers Roofing provides new construction asphalt roofing throughout the area. Based in Belleville, Barringer Brothers has served Southern Illinois since 2004 and works directly with builders and homeowners to coordinate roofing around new-construction schedules.
New construction roofing is different from replacing the roof on an existing home. There isn’t an old roofing system to tear off. Instead, the roofing contractor comes into the project after the structure reaches the appropriate stage and builds the roofing system from the roof deck up.
For builders, that means the roofing company isn’t just responsible for installing shingles. Scheduling, communication, ventilation, flashing, underlayment, and coordination with other trades all matter.
What Does a New Construction Roofing Contractor Do?
A new construction roofing contractor installs the roofing system on a newly built home.
Once framing and roof sheathing have reached the appropriate stage, the roofing contractor can begin installing the components that will make up the finished roof.
Depending on the design of the home, that can include:
- Preparing and evaluating the roof deck
- Installing roofing underlayment
- Installing flashing at necessary transitions and penetrations
- Planning and installing appropriate roof ventilation
- Installing asphalt shingles
- Completing ridge and other finishing components
- Coordinating roof drainage and gutter considerations
Barringer Brothers Roofing installs new construction roofing systems and coordinates directly with builders around construction schedules throughout the Metro East.
Does Barringer Brothers Roofing Work Directly With Home Builders?
Yes. Barringer Brothers Roofing works with local home builders and general contractors on new construction roofing projects throughout the Metro East. The company also works directly with homeowners who are building custom homes.
That’s an important distinction when choosing a roofing contractor for a new build.
A contractor who primarily handles existing homes may be accustomed to scheduling directly with individual homeowners. New construction involves a larger schedule with several trades depending on one another.
The roofer needs to know when the home will be ready, communicate with the builder if that date changes, complete the roofing work at the appropriate stage, and avoid unnecessarily holding up the trades that come afterward.
Why Does Scheduling Matter So Much for Builders?
A roofing delay can affect more than the roof.
New home construction involves a sequence of contractors and inspections, and those schedules don’t always go exactly according to plan. Weather changes. Materials arrive at different times. Earlier stages of construction may take longer than expected.
That’s why communication between the builder and roofing contractor matters.
Barringer Brothers works around builder and construction schedules rather than treating a new home like a standard roof replacement appointment.
Once the structure is ready for roofing, getting the roofing system installed allows the build to continue moving toward a more weather-protected structure.
What Type of Roofing Does Barringer Brothers Install on New Homes?
Barringer Brothers Roofing installs asphalt shingle roofing systems on new construction homes.
Architectural asphalt shingles are commonly used on new homes because builders and homeowners can choose from numerous colors and styles while getting a roofing system suited to residential construction.
Barringer Brothers uses CertainTeed asphalt shingles and installs roofing on both new construction homes and existing homes receiving roof replacements.
The shingle itself, however, is only the visible portion of the finished roof.
A new construction roof also requires proper attention to the components underneath and around those shingles, including the underlayment, ventilation, flashing, roof deck, and penetrations.
Can Homeowners Choose the Shingle Color on a New Build?
That depends on how the particular builder handles selections, but new construction can give homeowners an opportunity to coordinate the roof with the rest of the exterior before everything has been installed.
That can be an advantage.
Instead of trying to find a new roof color that works with siding, brick and trim that have already been on the house for years, selections for a new home can potentially be considered together.
Depending on the build, you may be choosing:
- Shingle color
- Siding color
- Brick or stone
- Trim
- Shutters
- Gutters and downspouts
- Garage doors
- Exterior doors
Because a roof represents such a large visual portion of many homes, it’s worth considering the shingle color alongside those other selections.
Can One Contractor Handle Roofing, Siding and Gutters on a New Home?
Yes. This is another reason a builder may choose an exterior contractor rather than coordinating separate companies for every portion of the exterior.
In addition to new construction roofing, Barringer Brothers Roofing installs vinyl siding and gutters on new construction homes throughout the Metro East.
That can reduce the number of exterior contractors a builder needs to coordinate.
It can also be helpful when different exterior systems meet one another. Roofing, siding, gutters, soffit, fascia, flashing and drainage all have to work together around different areas of the finished home.
When Does the Roofer Come in During New Construction?
The roofer generally comes into the project once the home has been framed and the roof sheathing is ready for the roofing system.
The exact timing varies from project to project.
That’s another reason communication between the roofer and builder is important. A roofing contractor shouldn’t simply assume a house will be ready on a certain day because that was the original construction schedule.
Barringer Brothers coordinates with builders and construction schedules to determine when the home is actually ready for roofing.
Is New Construction Roofing Different From a Roof Replacement?
Yes.
With a roof replacement, the roofing contractor is working with an existing house. The old shingles generally have to be removed, the exposed roof deck can be evaluated, and any necessary preparation or repairs take place before the new roofing system is installed.
On a new construction home, there is no old roofing system to remove.
The roofer is working with a newly constructed roof deck and installing the roofing system for the first time.
That creates a valuable opportunity to get details such as ventilation, flashing, underlayment and drainage right from the beginning rather than working around an existing system.
What Should Builders Look for in a New Construction Roofer?
Price matters on any construction project, but it shouldn’t be the only question a builder asks.
A roofing contractor becomes part of the overall construction process, so reliability and communication matter too.
Builders should consider whether the roofing contractor:
- Regularly works on new construction
- Can coordinate with changing construction schedules
- Understands the complete roofing system rather than just shingle installation
- Clearly communicates with the builder or general contractor
- Uses established roofing materials
- Maintains appropriate Illinois licensing
- Can handle the volume and type of homes the builder constructs
- Keeps the job site organized
- Provides other exterior services when needed
Barringer Brothers Roofing holds Illinois roofing contractor license #104-15574 and has been installing new construction roofs in the Metro East since 2004.
Where Does Barringer Brothers Provide New Construction Roofing?
Barringer Brothers Roofing provides new construction roofing throughout the Metro East, including communities across St. Clair, Madison and Monroe counties. Its published service area includes communities such as Belleville, O’Fallon, Swansea, Shiloh, Troy, Maryville, Glen Carbon, Edwardsville, Waterloo and Columbia.
The company also completes projects outside those core communities depending on the location and scope of the job.
The home pictured with this article is an actual Barringer Brothers new construction roofing project in Aviston, Illinois, demonstrating the type of builder work the company completes beyond its Belleville home base.
Does Barringer Brothers Only Work With Large Home Builders?
No. Barringer Brothers works with both builders and individual homeowners building custom homes.
That means you don’t necessarily need to be constructing an entire subdivision to contact a new construction roofing company.
If you’re building one custom home, your general contractor can coordinate with the roofer, or you can discuss the project directly depending on how your build is being managed.
Can Builders Use Barringer Brothers for Existing Homes Too?
Yes.
New construction isn’t the company’s only roofing service. Barringer Brothers also provides roof replacements, roof repairs, roof inspections, storm damage services, siding and gutters throughout the Metro East.
That can be useful for builders and contractors who work on a mix of new homes, existing properties, renovations, additions or other residential projects.
Why Work With a Local Metro East Roofing Contractor?
New construction has to account for local requirements, local weather and the realities of coordinating construction projects in the area.
Barringer Brothers Roofing was founded in Belleville in 2004 and has now spent more than two decades working throughout the Metro East.
That local history also means the company isn’t entering the region specifically for one development or construction season.
For a builder who expects to need a roofer on future projects, establishing a relationship with a local contractor can make coordination easier than starting the search over for every new house.
Frequently Asked Questions
Barringer Brothers Roofing works with home builders, general contractors and individual homeowners on new construction roofing projects throughout the Metro East. The company has provided roofing in the area since 2004.
Yes. Barringer Brothers states that it works directly with general contractors and coordinates roofing around construction timelines.
Barringer Brothers installs residential asphalt shingle roofing systems, including CertainTeed shingles.
Yes. Barringer Brothers provides new construction vinyl siding in addition to roofing and gutter installation.
Yes. The company works with both local builders and individual homeowners building custom homes.
Yes. Its published new construction service area extends throughout the Metro East, including communities in St. Clair, Madison and Monroe counties.
Barringer Brothers Roofing has provided roofing in the Metro East since 2004 and specifically lists new construction roofing among its core services.
Looking for a New Construction Roofer in the Metro East?
Whether you’re a builder planning upcoming homes, a general contractor coordinating a custom build, or a homeowner building from the ground up, Barringer Brothers Roofing provides new construction asphalt roofing throughout the Metro East.
With more than 20 years of local experience, our team understands that builder work requires more than installing shingles. It requires communication, scheduling and coordination with the larger construction process.
For more information about an upcoming new construction roofing project, call Barringer Brothers Roofing at (618) 703-3036 or fill out our online contact form.
