Scope of work
Roofing Scope of Work Template and Example
Use this roofing scope of work template to describe exactly what the contractor plans to do, what materials will be used, what assumptions apply, what work is excluded, and how roof replacement scope should be documented before approval.
Clarifies included and excluded roofing work for repairs and replacements
Useful inside proposals, contracts, and change orders
Includes sample scope language contractors can adapt
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What is a roofing scope of work?
A roofing scope of work is the written description of the work a contractor plans to perform. It should make the project area, roof system, materials, tasks, assumptions, exclusions, and customer responsibilities clear before work starts.
Why scope language matters
Roofing disputes often start when the customer and contractor have different expectations about what is included. Clear scope language makes the project easier to price, approve, and manage.
What to describe
Describe tear-off, deck inspection, underlayment, flashing, ventilation, shingles or membrane, cleanup, disposal, permits, and any known repairs.
Sample roof replacement scope
A basic roof replacement scope might state that the contractor will remove existing roofing materials, inspect exposed decking, replace damaged decking only when approved, install underlayment, drip edge, flashing, vents, shingles or another specified roof system, remove job debris, and document any work outside the approved scope with a change order.
Where to use the scope
The same scope can support estimates, proposals, contract drafts, change orders, and insurance documentation worksheets.
Document workflow
Use this page with adjacent RooferForms templates to connect estimate, proposal, scope, contract, and change order workflows.
Professional review
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FAQ
What should a roofing scope of work include?
It should include the project area, roof system, planned tasks, material details, deck inspection assumptions, cleanup, exclusions, attachments, and customer responsibilities.
Can a scope of work be used in a contract?
Yes. Many contractors use scope language inside a proposal or contract draft so both parties understand the planned work.
What is an example scope of work for roof replacement?
A roof replacement scope often includes tear-off, deck inspection, underlayment, drip edge, flashing, vents, selected roof material, cleanup, disposal, exclusions, and change order handling for hidden damage.
Should hidden damage be included in the original scope?
Hidden damage is often listed as an exclusion or allowance because it may not be visible until tear-off or deeper inspection.
Can this template help with change orders?
Yes. A clear original scope makes it easier to document what changed later and why a change order is needed.
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