Magnetic Nail Sweeps
Magnetic Nail Sweeps | Siding Solutions | Roofing | Turtletown
When HEP wraps up a roofing repair or replacement in Turtletown, the job isn’t over until every stray fastener is gone. Our crew glides high-powered magnetic nail sweepers across your lawn, driveway, and flowerbeds, capturing hidden nails before they can find a tire or a bare foot. It’s a quick, meticulous pass that leaves your property looking as polished as your new shingles—no rattling lawn-mower blades, no panicked pets, just clean, safe ground you can trust.
That same attention to detail carries over to our siding solutions, where crisp lines, vibrant colors, and weather-tight finishes meet rock-solid craftsmanship. From the first consultation to the final magnet sweep, HEP treats your home like our own, combining local know-how with industry-leading tools to deliver curb appeal that lasts through every Turtletown season.
FAQs
What is a magnetic nail sweep and why is it important after roofing or siding work?
A magnetic nail sweep is the process of running high-powered magnets over the jobsite to collect stray nails, screws, staples, and metal shards that fall during roof or siding tear-offs and installations. Removing this metal debris prevents tire punctures, protects children and pets from injury, and keeps your lawn, driveway, and flowerbeds looking neat. In Turtletown’s rural terrain—where many homes have gravel drives and tall grass—an extra-thorough sweep is essential because nails can disappear from view quickly and create long-term hazards.
How do you perform magnetic nail sweeps in Turtletown, and what equipment do you use?
Our crews deploy both hand-held rolling magnets (for tight spaces, decks, and around HVAC units) and large 24-inch wheeled magnetic sweepers for open areas like lawns and driveways. On gravel or uneven ground common in Turtletown, we make multiple passes from different directions to dislodge nails buried in loose stone or thick grass. After the magnets pick up debris, we manually empty the collections into secure buckets for recycling so no metal is left behind.
Do magnetic sweeps remove all debris, including hidden nails or staples in the grass or driveway?
While no sweep can guarantee 100 % removal, our multi-pass method consistently captures 95-98 % of metallic debris. We rake high-traffic lawn sections beforehand to lift nails to the surface and use spot-check wands along fence lines and flowerbeds where magnets can’t roll. For non-metallic debris (old shingle granules, plastic caps, wrap), our crews finish with a full jobsite blow-down and bagging so the area is safe and clean.
When should I schedule a magnetic nail sweep during my roofing or siding project?
We perform three sweeps: (1) after the tear-off is complete, to clear the first wave of fasteners; (2) once the new roofing or siding materials are fully installed, removing any nails dropped during fastening; and (3) a final walkthrough sweep with the homeowner to verify cleanliness before we leave. If severe weather interrupts the job, we’ll add an extra interim sweep to prevent nails from washing into storm drains or neighboring yards.
Is the magnetic nail sweep included in your roof or siding installation price, or is it an extra service?
For customers in and around Turtletown, magnetic nail sweeping is bundled into every full roof replacement and siding installation at no additional cost. If you only need a post-project cleanup (for example, after doing your own shingle demo), we do offer stand-alone sweeps priced by square footage, with a minimum service fee to cover travel and disposal.
Are magnetic nail sweeps safe for pets and children, and what steps should homeowners take after the sweep?
Yes—clearing metal debris significantly reduces hazards to paws, feet, and bicycle tires. We use enclosed magnetic bars so nails cannot fall back onto the ground during transport. After we finish, we encourage homeowners to keep pets and kids off the lawn for about 30 minutes while we do our final visual inspection. If you mow within the next 48 hours and notice any remaining metal, call us; we’ll return for a complimentary re-sweep under our Turtletown Clean Site Guarantee.