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Asking family and friends if they know a good Roofing Company near you, should be the first step in finding a reliable local Roofing Contractor, particularly if that family or friend had a Roofing repair, installation or maintenance service performed, that was similar to your service need, and was satisfy by the work the contractor performed. Using referrals from family and friends to find a contractor will also reduce the chances of having issues with the contractor's work.
If your friends and family cannot recommend a good Roofing Company, you can use online directories like Perfecthomepros.com, yelp, yellow pages or other Roofing Company listing sites to find a company. Check a Company's reviews and rating on these sites and request a roof service quote from a few Companies to ensure you get the best value. Perfecthomepros.com can help you generate a quote request and our system will send it to top Roofing Companies in your area.
Get an estimate and ask how long it will take to complete the job. Each company will quote you slight different estimates. It is tempting to choose the least expensive contractor. However, keep in mind that more expensive contractors may use better materials or has a reputation for good work.Perfecthomepros.com can help you get a quote from 4 Hvac Contractor's near you
Once you identify a few Contractors in your area, check if they have any compliants from the Better Business Bureau in your local area. Obviously, you should avoid Contractors with many BBB complaints. Request references from a Contractor. Ideally, references should be current and preferably include customers that had a similar Roofing Service completed in their homes. Contact previous customers to see if they were satisfy with the work performed.
It cost $310 - $1,000 for a roof repair and around $5000-$12,000 for roof replacement on average. However, the cost is based on factors such as roof size, type, material, pitch, number of stories(1 or 2 story home), number of layers and the complexity of the work. A local roofer will examine your roof and advice you on your options between a repair or replacement. Roof repairs generally happen if there are leaks in your ceiling resulting from a hole on your roof, worn out flashing, or lost shingles.. A complete roof replacement generally happens when there is an extensive roof damage or multiple leakages. The cost of hiring a roofing contractor can be broken down into cost related to labour, materials, getting a permit, equipment and removal/cleanup. Always ensure that you a roofing estimate from more than one roofing company to get an idea of how much your roof replacement project will cost
Your Roofing contractor should be licensed and should be willing to provide you a proof of their licensed when requested. Before being issued a license, the roofer will need to be in compliance with their state's roofing laws and take an exam to demonstrate their understanding. Some states even require local roofers to complete a certain number of hrs of formal training. Since the requirement for each state might vary, make sure to check with your state's licensing department to get an idea of what documentation your local roofer must have.
2)Ask the Contractor if they are Insured and Bonded A contractor's general liability insurance protects you from damages or injuries that might occur at your property because of the contractor's negligence. The requirement for insurance and bonding varies from state to state and may not be mandatory in all states, so you should first confirm if this is a requirement your nearby roofer must meet in your state.
A worker's compensation insurance is also important for a contractor to have, because worker accidents can happen, and could lead to you being held liable if it happens on your property. this insurance ensures that the contractor's employees are covered, thus absolving you from liability.
Below are some additional information you should ask your closeby Roofer before hiring them
This will give you an idea of their experience. Roofers with longer work experience will generally have a broader knowledge and be able to better handle different roof types and structures. This however does not mean that they are more competent, especially if you are dealing with a large roofing company with multiple employees. In this case, it is more relevant that the worker working on your project have the necessary experience. You must also verify the company's tract record of roofing jobs they have successfully completed
Be cautious about roofing contractors that hesitates to provide you with a few references that you can contact to enquire about their work. Most reputable Roofers do not have a problem with providing you with references. You should also checks a Roofer's online reviews and customer complaints through the Better Business Bureau
Get multiple estimates for your roof replacement project. The estimate should be a written estimate that is simple and easy to read. It should list out the cost, broken down into labor and material cost, how long the project will take once started, warranties and guarantees for both labour and material, cleaning policy(basically, who will clean up the mess after the work is complete or even while the roof work is happening) etc.
If you are unsatisfy with the Company's work, can you terminate the contract, and what happens if you decide to terminate the contract. It's best to address these questions with the contractor, to set the right expectation.
Most reputable contractors will have no problems coming back to fix an issue if it's a result of their work. If a contractor want to charge you for coming back to even check if the issue is a result of their own work, then you should avoid that contractor. It is also important that the company you are dealing with have a good customer service.
If the roofing company uses sub contractors, it's very important that someone from the company is their to supervise the work.
If your roofing company will be providing the materials for your project, make sure the materials are durable, have warranties and are from a trustworthy manufacturer.
For major plumbing projects in some states, the hired plumber will have to seek an exclusive license before the project can begin.
1)Roof inspection / assessment
2)Roof repair or replacement
2)Roof Cleaning / Maintenance
3)Roof Waterproofing
4)Install Insulation
5)Gutter Insulation
6)Skylights Installation / Repair
Permits are required for any electrical work that changes the functionality of your home's electrical system, such as re-wiring, new installations / wirings, or replacement of you home's electrical system. This extends to installation of circuit breaker panel, wiring a new circuit, wiring for new appliances, wiring for hvac units etc..
Because every city, county, and municipality is different, you should make sure that you check with your local municipality before beginning any electrical work to verify when a permit is needed, a licensed roofing-contractors will typically understand when a permit is required and will pull the permit for you. The cost of a building permit will generally be included in the roofing-contractors's cost.
The straight answer is no. But here are some other reasons why you should not hire an unlicensed roofer. issues such as property damage due to the roofer's negligence, injuries or even death can occur on your property. A licensed roofer would or should have general liability or at times worker's compensation insurance that can shield you from liability or pay you in case of property damages caused by the roofing company. an unlicensed roofer would not be insured and can leave you vulnerable to lawsuits.
The second point is that licensing is suppose to be an assurance of a Roofer's qualification. To get the licensed, a roofer must go through and pass an examination designed by your state to determine the Roofer's qualification.
Some roofing companies will have their licensed number on their website, you can get the number and validate it on your state's licensing department website.
You can also ask the roofer for an insurance and licensed proof and most will be happy to provide it to you. And and if they are hesitant to do so, maybe they are not the company you should be hiring.