Finding a company that will do quality work at a fair price on a roof replacement
involves a lot more than taking a several bids and then accepting the lowest of
the lot. The process of selecting the best company for the job should begin by
narrowing your potential choices to 3 “finalists” with whom you’ll meet to
discuss the specifics of the project. While meeting with as many companies as
possible may sound like a better option, most people don’t have the time or the
patience to interview an endless stream of company representatives, so keep the
final list at 2 or 3. Here are some of the points of information to assess during
the decision process.
· The physical address and history of the
company – In reality, you don’t have to wait for the meeting as this step can
be taken with a quick search on the web. Beware of roofers that list a P.O. Box
as an address and provide no information regarding their length of time in
business.
· Confirm active general
liability and workers’ compensation insurance policies – The process of
elimination starts with insurance, as any company that doesn’t carry both types
should be scratched off of the list immediately. The reason is that if the
company isn’t carrying insurance, the liability for property damage and/or
injuries on the job is placed on the homeowner, which can be a huge risk that
you should not be willing to accept.
· Confirm that the company works with materials from a
wide selection of manufacturers – A roofing company that works with numerous
manufacturers can offer a wide variety of roofing solutions while a
manufacturer’s rep will only be able to quote and use materials from a single
source.
·
Ask about manufacturers’ certifications held by
roofers who work for the company – These certifications represent a level of
expertise that has been gained through manufacturer- provided training modules as
well as experience in working with materials from specific manufacturers. For
example, if you’re going with slate shingles, the best results are going to be
delivered by roofers who are certified as proficient by the manufacturer of that
specific material.
· Discuss the specifics of the project – This
discussion can include the project’s timeline, a description of the finished
product, a detailed bid, and warranties on materials and labor.
The most successful roofing projects include two key elements; experienced craftsmen combined with the use
of high quality materials. Starting the process of finding the best company for
your project with these points of information can ensure that both of these
elements are present in the execution of your roof replacement.
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