We Offer Helpful Tips About Roofing Contractors

Finding a Reliable Roofing Contractor

Hiring a reliable roofing contractor can be a challenge, as there may be some instances where people claim to be professional roofers but are not. Homeowners run into several problems when searching for roofers, including unlicensed or uninsured roofing contractors, or roofers who were not trained properly. Many of these unqualified roofers appear to be skilled and competent and homeowners are misled into hiring them. For these homeowners, the end result is often a poorly installed roof.
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Family and Friend Recommendations

Your family, friends and coworkers can be the best resource when searching for a roofer. If your friends or family were happy with a roofer, then chances are you will be, too. Spend time asking your friends and family questions about the roofing contractor they used. Include questions about whether the job completed on time; the cleanup was thorough; and whether the roofer agreed to come back for any necessary repairs.
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Family and Friend Recommendations

When searching for a roofer, your family, friends, or co-workers can be the best resource. If your friends or family were happy with a roofer, then chances are you will be too. Spend time asking your friends and family questions about the roofing contractor they hired, including questions about whether the job was completed on time, if the cleanup was thorough, or if the roofer agreed to come back for any necessary repairs. 

References

When hiring a roofer, references are extremely important. It is important to ask for references and to speak to the homeowners the roofer previously worked for. Ask for the addresses of homes in your neighborhood where the roofer completed work and drive by to get a first-hand look. A good roofing contractor will be proud of his work and should be willing to provide you with this information.
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Better Business Bureau (BBB)

The Better Business Bureau is a good source for researching information about a specific roofing company. You can also do a search for roofers who are in good "A+" standing. You can search the BBB online or contact your local BBB branch office. If the roofer you are interested in had a complaint against him, find out the nature of the complaint and how it was resolved.

Proper Credentials

The State of Oklahoma requires all roofing contractors to have a license. Make sure your roofing contractor is licensed. Roofers should also have liability insurance and a workers' compensation certificate. Ask to see licenses and make sure they are valid.

Contract and Warranty

Be wary of a roofer who does not want to give you an estimate and or contract in writing. You should be provided with a detailed estimate, including the cost breakdown of supplies, number of layers to be removed and the shingle name and color. Also ask about shingle manufacturer's product line and the warranty for the products used. A timeline should also be included.

Proper Credentials

The State of Oklahoma requires all roofing contractors to have a license. Make sure your roofing contractor is licensed. Roofers should also have liability insurance and a workers' compensation certificate. Ask to see licenses and make sure they are valid.

Contract and Warranty

Be wary of a roofer who does not want to give you an estimate and/or contract in writing. You should be provided with a detailed estimate, including the cost breakdown of supplies, number of layers to be removed, and the shingle name and color. Also ask about shingle manufacturer's product line and the warranty for the products used. A timeline should also be included.

Additional Tips:

  • Customer satisfaction - How important is customer satisfaction to you? A roofer who is pleasant to work with is a good sign that your contractor cares about what he is doing.
  • Do not be afraid to ask a lot of questions.
  • Be sure and know what brand of material and type of material the roofing contractor is going to use on your roof.
  • Conduct a search on the Internet of the name of the roofer and of the company. See if you find any questionable information.
  • Ask the contractor who will be supplying your shingles. The supplier can usually give you information about the roofers.
  • Never pay for the entire job up-front.
  • Hire local roofers, so you know they will be around later if you have a problem with your roof. Check with local suppliers to see if the contractor is a local, since most out-of-state roofers can always get an Oklahoma phone number and address and make it seem that they are local.
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