6 Questions to Ask a Roofing Contractor

In 2019, there were over 161,000 roofers in the United States. So when you are on the hunt for a new roof, how do you know who to hire?

Read on for the most important six questions you need to ask roofing contractors before you hire them for the job.

  1. Are You Licensed and Insured? 

The most important question you need to ask a roofing contractor is if they are licensed and insured.

Roof repairs come with various risks. The last thing you want is a liability claim against you as the homeowner. Or from damage to your home that you are responsible for.

Business liability insurance protects homeowners from damage caused by workers. Workman’s compensation insurance protects you from liability if one of the workers is injured while on your property.

Always ask roofing contractors for proof of licensing and insurance before agreeing to move the work forward. Never risk hiring a contractor that doesn’t readily provide this documentation.

  1. How Long Have You Been in Business?

With any type of renovation job, the more experience a contractor has, the better. Professionals who have been in business for years will have the experience you need

The more experienced a roofing contractor is, the better.  Like any other business, professionals that have been in the industry for decades have the most experience.

Don’t take the risk of hiring an inexperienced contractor for your roof project. Sure, you might save a bit of money. But you could also be left with sub-par work or bigger problems down the line.

Trust a reputable, established business with your home project.

  1. What’s Your Installation Process?

Another important question to ask potential roofing companies is about their installation process.

Some companies do several jobs simultaneously. This means that they will be juggling several projects as well as yours. While this is typical in contracting, you don’t want to be put on the back burner.

When you ask about their process (and timeline) you are ensuring accountability later on.

  1. Can I Get It in Writing? 

Never ever hire a company if they are not willing to give you a written contract.

When you ask this question, be on the lookout for hesitation. If you detect any, keep searching.

Reputable companies will be in the habit of giving customers written contracts that outline the project specifications, the labor and material costs, payment terms, and so on.

A contract is in the best interest of both the homeowner and the contractor.

  1. Can You Provide References?

An honest, trustworthy company will be happy to provide references from happy clients.

You can also do a search on social media sites or review pages like Yelp to check out the company’s reputation through reviews and testimonials.

Positive feedback from previous customers is one way that you can verify that this roofing contractor will be a good fit for your project.

  1. What Kind of Warranty Do You Offer?

A warranty will give you peace of mind. It also means that the contractor is willing to stand behind their workmanship and the quality of their materials.

Ask about both material warranty as well as labor warranty. See here for more information on the quality you want for your roof.

Hire the Best Roofing Contractor

There you have it! Now that you know the top six questions to ask before hiring a roofing contractor, you can rest assure that you will find an industry expert for your job.

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