Best Roofer Near Me

1. Is the roofing company local with a local office and website?

2. Is the roofing company licensed and insured?

3. Can the roofing company provide more than 5 local references with names and phone numbers?

4. Is the company able to give you written estimates in detail of what your paying for?

5. Does the company offer workmanship and or material warranties?

 

1. Are they licensed and insured in your municipality? Do they carry workers compensation and liability insurance? It’s one thing to hire a company that is replacing a part of your most valuable asset, but its another thing to make sure that if anything were to happen, you’re both covered.

2. Are they a local company with local references, and not storm chasers? You want roofers that are local to your area. Not roofers that are, “here today, and gone once the job is done.” These roofers are looking for a quick sell and often times lead to bigger problems. Always ask for references, at least 3-5. Talking with your agent about reputable companies is always a good idea as well.

3. How good at communication are they and getting back to you? It is important to work with a roofer who can work around your schedule and get the job done quick and also in a professional manner.

4. Sometimes storms can cause damage to other areas of your home. Pick a roofer with credible subcontractor relationships. A good roofing company can almost always take care of other damages like siding, gutter, painting, and window repair, or know of someone who can help.

5. Find a company who offers warranties for the work they provide and the materials that they use. Part of the reason to hire locally is because if anything were to go wrong with your roof down the road, you want a company that isn’t too far away from home to assist in fixing the problem. Storm chasers are notorious for sloppy jobs, collecting the money and never returning. 5-10 year workmanship warranties are common. Also make sure that they provide warranties on materials. Most manufacturers offer a limited lifetime warranty. It is very uncommon for shingles to go bad, but sometimes there are manufacturer defects. These warranties are good for anywhere between 30-50 years depending on the manufacturer.

6. Find a company with a knowledgeable background in insurance claims. Claims can often times be tricky to understand. If you have any questions its always best to ask your agent. A good roofing company will be able to sit down with you and go over your paper work so you have a better understanding of what you have to work with. The more you understand your claim, the more you will get in return from your insurance provider.