How To Choose A Roofing Contractor

You may need a roofing contractor for a number of reasons. But when you do need waterproofing, a new tile roof or a roof repair, find a residential roofing contractor that is reputable and local. The following list provided by Portrait Roofing & Construction will help in narrowing the field when locating a local roofing contractor.

1. Look at the person who is giving you the estimate. Is that person clean, neat and organized?
2. Is the roofi ng contractor professional? Choose a person that is professional. It will refl ect in their quality of work.
3. Can your roofing contractor explain the process in words which you can understand it? If they can’t make you understand, are you sure they understand it themselves?
4. Make sure your roofi ng contractor can supply you with a lien release. This is a certifi cate that releases you from liability in case the roofer does not pay his laborers or suppliers. This keeps them from coming back and filing a lien on your home, making you responsible for the unpaid debt. This is very important!
5. Will your roofing contractor walk you through the process of settling the claim correctly and promptly? If he knows what he is doing, he will handle everything for you. He will take over so you don’t have to worry about it.
6. Will your roofing contractor sit down with you and explain your insurance papers to you? You need to be able to understand what they mean. They speak in a whole different language.
7. Will your roofing contractor put your roof on in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifi cations? If not, you will not have a warranty from the manufacturer.
8. Does your roofing contractor have an offi ce? Stop by and check out their offi ce. By doing this, you will get a really good idea of the kind of company you are dealing with.
9. Make sure your roofing contractor does not ask for all money up front. It is okay to give a partial check when the agreement is signed, but not before.
10. Never, no matter what, under any circumstances let a roofi ng contractor use staples on your roof. Only nails. Staples will work their way out casuing the loss of shingles after a couple of years.
11. Make sure the roofing contractor uses a magnetic nail roller to pick up the nails in your yard, driveway, and in your shrubbery after they have completed your roofi ng work.
12. Will your roofing contractor provide you with documents proving they have proper credentials, (i.e. general liability, worker’s compensation) valid and up to date?
13. Is the contractor a member in good standing with the Better Business Bureau?

Portrait Roofing & Construction specializes in both commercial and residential roofing. For a new roof or roofing repairs, contact them via phone or visit their informative website.

http://www.portraitroofing.com/

15701 W Hardy St Suite 8
Houston, TX 77060
Ph: 281-445-WIND
Fax: 281-445-4145