Questions for A Roofer Before Getting Your Roof Repaired

When you're going to have your roof repaired, it's important to make sure you hire the right roofing contractor to handle the job. Choosing the wrong roofer can have serious effects on the integrity of your roof. Repairs may not be completed well or they may even potentially damage your roof more. Make sure you get the facts about the contractor you hire before moving forward. This will ensure that you get the right services performed the first time, helping you save time, money, and aggravation.

There are simple questions that you can ask to ensure you are working with a professional roofer. These questions can rule out the professionals from the hacks. Even large crews, matching site gear, and fancy equipment cannot blind you to whether they are fully qualified to work on your roof. Take time to figure out how you will approach a contractor so that you feel comfortable and confident as a customer looking for quality services.

Do you have a license? Can I view your license and registration? These questions are very important to ask. Many contract roofers will advertise on their website that they are licensed but asking to see the license will ensure you that they are. Make sure that the license is for the state you are in. Registration is necessary for a business to operate. This means they run their business legitimately. You can also ask them whether each of their team members is a certified roofer or if they are bonded. Certification helps you confirm that they are properly trained. If a contractor is bonded, it means that they are trustworthy and if they break that trust in any case, your finances are covered.

Are you insured? It is important that a professional roofing contractor insure their team in case any accident or injury happens on your property. This insurance also covers any damages caused to your home in the event of an accident. This way, worst-case scenario, your home is fully covered if something should go wrong. It also absolves you from being liable for injuries of employees working in your home.

Homeowners insurance sometimes covers damages or even preventative maintenance for your roofing. Make sure the roofer you choose to work with is experienced in working with insurance companies. If they are not, you may be stuck paying the whole bill, even when it is covered under your plan. Ask if they have worked with your insurance company before for other clients. There are also there questions concerning insurance you could ask. Do you perform the inspections before submitting a claim? Are their limitations or requirements for roofing materials? 

Finding the right roofer may seem like a daunting task when you have a lot to consider, but there are plenty of easy ways to avoid hiring the wrong contractor. Creating a list of questions or a checklist of requirements can help you maintain a standard for how you hire. Once you find the right contractor, stick with them! Building a relationship will ensure quality work and friendly, trustworthy services for your roof for years.