The whole process of choosing a roofing contractor can be a daunting task. You will end up paying more, if you choose the wrong roofing contractor. A good roofing contractor will offer you good services at a reasonable price.
The only way to get the right roofing contractor is by asking the right questions. To ensure you make the right decision when choosing a roofer, here are eight essential questions you should ask.
Checking if the roofing contractor has a license from your state to operate is important. Most states will require a roofing contractor to be licensed before offering any services. Is the roofing contractor using a current license? By using a roofing contractor who is licensed, in case they don’t do the right job you will be legally protected.
Does the roofing company have a workman’s compensation insurance? All roofing company are required to offer workman’s comp to their staff. The workers can sue if they get injured when working on your roof.
Does the company have a general liability insurance? You will be covered from an damage that may occur on your property. To protect yourself from been sued by the workers due to failure by the roofing contractor to pay them, ask for lien waiver.
The location of the roofing contractor is another factor you should put into consideration. Did you know its better to hire a roofing contractor based in your area compared to one based in another area? The roofing contractor can show you some of the businesses they have installed roofs for from your area. Does the roofing contractor have a business card with all their contact details and physical location? You can verify the physical office location by checking on google earth or other search engine. A roofing contractor that is not based locally can inconvenience you during emergency cases. In case it is snowing or raining, the roofing contractor can come back later and continue with the job.
Also, choose a roofing contractor that will give you a detailed price estimate in writing. You can easily check the price of each task. With a list, it will be easier to do a price comparison.
Do they remove the old roof?
If the company is reluctant on answering how they will protect your gutters, its best you look for another alternative.
It is recommended you inquire from the company how they ensure your property is safe from any damage during the roof installation. Some of the heavy equipment the roofing contractor is using can cause damage to your property. Go for a company that is willing to do repairs in case of any damage.