11.15.2010

What Should You Look for in a Roofing Contractor

It’s never a good idea to make a purchasing decision without any education on the product or service. The same applies for hiring contractors to work on your house. It can be a daunting task choosing someone to work on your home, which in an investment. You wouldn’t randomly pick a brokerage firm from the phone book and you shouldn’t pick a contractor that way either. Here are some tips for finding a reputable and qualified roofing contractor.

1. Make sure to see some work that they have done. Check out their site or ask them for pictures of recent jobs.

2. Make sure they have an actual permanent address and not just a P.O. Box. A fly by night roofer is definitely not the company you want to hire.

3. They should also have a business license.

4. It’s very important that they are insured as well. If a worker falls or has an accident on your roof, it could lead to a lawsuit. Make sure that the contractor you hire is insured and can provide proof of being insured.

5. When they provide their estimate it should be detailed and describe the materials used, labor costs and warranty specifications.

6. Ask what they specialize in. It’s important to know what products and materials they are familiar with, especially if you are going with something other than shingles for your roof.

Following these guidelines will help make sure that you hire professionals for your job, which in turn provides you with peace of mind. And who couldn’t use that?

2 comments:

  1. Thanks for sharing the tips for finding a reputable and qualified roofing contractor. Gulf Coast Supply is a leader in manufacturing metal roofing and components, serving all of Florida and Southern Georgia.

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  2. If your roof is damaged or not perfectly made of, Hiring a good roofing contractor is really a fantastic idea for fixing it effectively. You can also check the work they have done previously and measure the quality check as well.
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