Ask anyone what they dread most about getting their roof repaired or replaced and most of the time the answer will be the same: the mess. Roof repair or replacement always involves a certain amount of demolition. Roofers prioritise keeping the customer’s home and property debris-free and safe during roofing services. However, until recently, there hasn’t been a foolproof system to easily collect and clean up the debris that naturally accumulates during a typical roofing project…
- Discarded shingles
- Old nails and staples
- Fallen underlayment
- Rotten wood from the roofing deck
- Shingle grit
All of these building materials can end up in your landscaping, walkways, or lawn if the roofer does not protect your property and clean up their debris. If a roofer is careless and fails to protect the landscaping and shrubs around the house, your landscaping can become a de facto trash can for the debris from your roofing job.
Tarps are the obvious choice for protecting customer property during roofing services because they are inexpensive and somewhat durable. Most roofers simply cover the home and landscaping below with tarps. However, tarps pose problems. First, they can be thin and tear easily if they are not made from quality materials. They can also blow away in high winds, scattering whatever building material may be caught on top of them across your yard or even your neighbor’s! Finally, they can damage your landscaping if your greenery must remain under the smothering tarp in blazing hot weather while the roofers do their work.
Tarps were never the best solution for home protection and shielding landscaping, but nobody had a better solution…until recently!
Catch-All: The Answer to Messy Job Sites
In 2019, two roofers from Tyler, Texas, named Heath Hicks and Eric Macintosh developed the Catch-All System to combat the problem of sliding shingles and flying nails. With the expertise and background of roofers who understood the challenge before them, they conceived, designed, prototyped, and tested the Catch-All, an engineered system that delights both homeowners and roofers.
Catch-All describes itself as a giant safety net for your home. The system is comprised of high-tech, sturdy woven netting that prevents nails from passing through but provides a breathable cover for landscaping and shrubs. The netting, called “chute nets,” is set at an angle against your home with the help of supportive poles that lean against the house.
All discarded building materials slide down the tough, angled netting without touching the sides of the house or your landscaping. Debris collects onto the ground nets, which should be placed over concrete or grass areas. At the end of the night, the roofing services team simply folds up the netting and takes it to the dumpster to shake out the debris. Clean up is easy and efficient, and the dense netting eliminates the likelihood of nails or small pieces of debris falling through.
All discarded building materials slide down the tough, angled netting without touching the sides of the house or your landscaping. Debris collects onto the ground nets, which are placed over concrete or grass areas. At the end of the night, the roofing services team simply folds up the netting and takes it to the dumpster to shake out. The dense netting eliminates the likelihood of nails or small pieces of debris falling through. Clean up is faster with The Catch-All and relieves homeowners of the stress of a messy yard.
The system also includes gutter inserts to collect any materials that would otherwise fall into and need to be cleaned out of your gutters. The Catch-All nets are also placed to protect your flower beds, shrubs, and walkways. The material is durable and breathable, so greenery is protected safely. The product has received rave reviews from both roofers and homeowners and was recognized as the Most Innovative Product in Roofing of 2019. Roofers appreciate the ease of setup (only 20 minutes for a team of four people), and homeowners enjoy how the product prioritizes the protection and concern for their home and landscaping.
In short, The Catch-All does four things very well:
- Protects Your Landscaping
- Keeps Your Property Cleaner
- Protects Your Family
- Shows Your Roofer Cares
Pro-Home Services and The Catch-All for Your Roofing Services
At Pro-Home Services, we are proud to announce that we have begun using The Catch-All system with customers and receiving rave reviews! Customers who use Pro-Home roofing services feel the system prioritizes the protection of their home and property and, in the process, their family as well. They recognize our diligence in protecting their home and landscaping. We give them peace of mind knowing The Catch-All is keeping their yard cleaner and safer during the roofing service.
Safety During Your Roofing Services
Pro-Home Services strives to mitigate the noise and chaos of roofing services by implementing the optimal protective measures for your property and family. We are proud to put our customers first and protect their property and families with The Catch-All system. However, regardless of the roofing service you choose, be sure your roofer has systems in place to protect your landscaping and property. Ask them…
- Do you use The Catch-All or a similar protective system?
- How will you protect my landscaping and outdoor areas during the work?
- What kind of cleanup is included in your service?
- What safety measures do you have in place for your employees?
Also, look for roofers who also prioritize the safety of their workers. Nobody wants an accident on the job, and anyone who works on your roof should be trained and certified in safety procedures before beginning work. At Pro-Home Services, we ensure that our people are prepared to work in the treacherous rooftop environment and offer the support they need in various ways:
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as non-slip boots, gloves, and eye protection, etc.
- Ladder latch safety for secure climbing and additional protection from accidental falls
- Harnesses to prevent falls
- Protocols for working in high winds, rain, and extreme heat
Your next roofing service need not be a messy, disturbing experience. Innovations like The Catch-All enhance the experience and protect what matters most to you. If you would like to learn more about The Catch-All system or if you are considering a roofing service and would like a free inspection from Pro-Homes to begin the process, contact us today at (630) 790-0800