How do I coordinate with the roofer before cutting the roof deck for a new curb?

Mark out the exact footprint lines of the required opening on the underside of the deck first.

['Mark out the exact footprint lines of the required opening on the underside of the deck first.', 'Have the roofing contractor perform a rough cut or strip back their expensive finish membrane on the topside before your crew uses a sawzall or torch to cut through the structural metal or wood decking sheets. This prevents your crew from accidentally destroying the roof warranty.']

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• Use this as training guidance. The foreman, approved drawings, project specs, manufacturer installation instructions, employer safety policy, and AHJ/code requirements always control the final answer.

Steps

• Mark out the exact footprint lines of the required opening on the underside of the deck first.
• Have the roofing contractor perform a rough cut or strip back their expensive finish membrane on the topside before your crew uses a sawzall or torch to cut through the structural...

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