After a damaging storm, you need to address the damage and get repairs done as soon as possible. One obstacle homeowners can face is that it’s hard and time-consuming to find a right roof repair company. Here are seven tips to help you choose a good roofing company.
Check in with your colleagues, friends, and neighbors to ask about their experiences with roofers in your area. Try talking to people who got their repairs done a long time ago to see how the company handles their warranty policy and what quality their repairs are overall.
See if a roofing company is listed on Better Business Bureau (BBB) and check its rating. If it is not listed on BBB.org, then you probably should consider finding another company. You can also use Angie’s List, Google+, and Yelp, and other review platforms. Online reviews are very helpful to learn more about how good the quality of the contractor’s services is.
Manufacturer designations are like a badge of honor because, in order to be factory-certified, the contractor must pass certain minimum requirements.
If a contractor installs the roof incorrectly, the damage can take months to show up—and insurance won’t pay for it. But if they can offer workmanship warranties, that is the sign of an honest contractor.
See if the contractor can provide proof of insurance, including both workers’ compensation and liability. A contractor license and a business license are the best indicators of a company’s legitimacy.
Many reputable roofers will offer you a written estimate. You want all verbal promises to be written down as this will ensure that you are fully aware of any charges and why you are being charged.
It might be tempting to choose the roof repair service with the lowest price, but consider the investment you are making – a slight difference in price can make a massive difference in overall work quality. You also want to be cautious of any contractor who expects you to pay all the sum upfront. It is typical for homeowners to deposit just one-third of the total job cost upfront. You should pay the final portion of your payment when you have reviewed the finished work and are satisfied with it.