Top 10 Roofing Tools Every Roofer Needs!

Roofing Nailers – A nailer gun is a must-have tool for every roofer. Gun nailing is fast, precise, clean and gets the job done quick and efficient. Coil roofing nailers are the right choice for the job

Roofing Knives – A basic hand tool you need to have in your roofer’s toolbox is a utility knife. It is useful for cutting shingles and for anything else that needs a cut.

Ladder

To safely access the roof, you will need a standard extension ladder (link to Amazon) for the best stability choose a heavy duty one. It should comply with OSHA standards.

Make sure to set it up correctly and extend it long enough above the gutter. You should have it tied to the roof as an extra security measure.

When picking a ladder, check for:

• load capacity
• extension length

1. Shingle Removing ShovelsWhen installing a roof, you need a clean surface without any old shingles, nails or other old materials.So, you’ll need a roofing shovel  to tear off the existing shingles and to push them out of your way. A roofing shovel is a proper tool to remove the old shingles in order to make room for the new ones.
2. Roofing Hammer – A hammer is something every roofer should have in its toolbox. Even if you use a nail gun, there will still be times when you’ll be needing a hammer.A roofing hatchet is a very useful tool to set or remove nails and to tear shingles with ease. Some come with utility blades included.
3. Ripper – A ripper is a versatile tool that helps you remove shingles, cedar, nails without making any damage.
4. Hard hats – Safety comes first and head protection is one of the most important things to consider before climbing a roof.
5. Soft soled shoe with steeled toe – While this is not actually a tool, it had to be mentioned here because of its high safety importance. Wearing appropriate footwear on the roofs could save your life. You need slip-resistant shoes that will keep you from slipping and falling off the roof.
6. Harness –  Again, a harness is not an actual tool, it is an important piece of the safety equipment you are required by law to wear. Even if it’s sunny outside, and the roof is not too steep, even in the best roofing conditions you still need to wear your harness.
7. Seem Roller/ Moisture detecting tool – You might need seam roller to compress roofing membranes./To find out the dryness or moisture content of a roof surface, insulation or of roofing materials, you need a moisture meter.Moisture in any roof, or in materials is a danger because it can cause a lot of damage, and mold.