Choosing a Roofing Contractor

Is your home suffering because of excessive leaks? If your home roof is in need of some serious work because of wear and tear or unexpected damage, it may be time to consider hiring a roof contractor. Whether for repair, reinforcement or replacement, roofing contractors can assess your situation and come up with the best plan for strengthening your home. While you might have considered fixing roof damage yourself, only profession roofers have the tools and skills to fix your roof safely and with the best results. The top roof contractors in the country include Sears Home Improvement, Hull and Sons, and Home Depot Home Services. But these are just a few of places you can find professional, licensed roofing contractors. With that said, check out these most frequently asked questions about choosing a roofing contractor.

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  1. Are there testimonials available?
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    Another way to ensure the quality of work from a roofing contractor is to look for testimonials. Testimonials and reviews from those who have sought out a contractor’s services will be the most reliable way to get some notion of the contractor’s skill level. After all, the last thing you want is a roof repair that is only temporary. If you can’t find reviews or testimonials, you may consider asking for references from the contractor directly and then check those references.

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  2. Should I choose a contractor who offers the best price?
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    Price should never be the most important factor in your decision. A roof is one of the most important parts of your home, protecting it under all weather conditions. You don’t want to be saving where you could be getting results. When it comes to roofing, you will be getting what you pay for. So choose a reputable business even if you have to pay more.

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  3. Is the roofing contractor licensed?
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    Above all, you want to make sure that the roofing contractor you choose is a licensed professional. With an unlicensed professional roofing contractor, you are unlikely to get the best results and you might as well do the job yourself. Only hiring a licensed professional can ensure the quality of work your roof so desperately needs as a vital part of your home.

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  4. Is the contractor insured?
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    Another thing to look out for with roofing contractors, is to make sure they are insured. Make sure the roofing contractor you choose has general liability insurance and worker’s compensation insurance. Among other things this protects workers from injury and damage, and you from being responsible for damages.

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  5. A contractor told me I have storm damage. Are they legit?
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    Stay away from storm chasers. Some roofing contractors will solicit services by coming to your home and telling you that they noticed storm damage to your roof. Ignore them and if you are genuinely concerned call for professional services elsewhere.

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  6. What is the warranty?
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    This is another important question to have about any roofing contractor. It’s important to make sure that repairs or replacement of your roof is guaranteed to last a certain number of years. After all, it’s unfair to have to pay for the same service twice because your roof wasn’t actually fixed. Likewise, you shouldn’t be responsible for fixing a roof that was poorly constructed in the first placed. These services are not cheap, so you really can’t afford for them not to have an acceptable warranty.

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  7. Should I check the BBB?
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    The Better Business Bureau is a great resource for finding complaints against a roofing contractor. If there are relatively few to no complaints, that contractor may be suitable for you. Some businesses may have ratings of A+ which is a particularly excellent rating which means that contractor will likely provide the best results possible.

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  8. Should I choose a local contractor?
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    A local contractor is likely to have been used by much of the community you are living in. Not only are you more likely to have references, but the individuals running the business have likely been doing their work for a long time. They will have the reputation and the skills to do the best job on your home, and you can ask your neighbors all about it.

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  9. Do they communicate effectively?
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    Make sure that the contractor you choose is transparent and is readily willing to communicate with you. It should be easy to email or call them, and then get a fast reply in response to your questions and concerns. If you request documentation, make sure they give it quickly. And if you have questions about how long it might take for your roof repair, make sure they can give a reasonable estimate.

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