Getting a new roof can be expensive and have catastrophic consequences if not done correctly. You don’t want water leaking through your roof and ruining your furniture, computer, or any other of your possessions. Not to mention that roofing affects the structural integrity and value of your house.
Because roofing can be expensive, some ambitious homeowners attempt to do it themselves. While this is one way to go, we don’t recommend it. Hiring a roofer will save you time, stress, and potentially expensive repairs. You might not necessarily want to go with the first contractor that crosses your path. When you’re looking to hire a roofer, we recommend taking these steps:
1. Do Your Research
Taking some time to see what roofing options there are in your area is worth it. By spending a little more time doing your homework you’re likely to find a more reliable and more affordable roofing contractor. Some people choose a roofer based solely off of a referral from their friends. While referrals are a good way to start, you should look further into the experience of these contractors and even others. Just because a neighbor had an good experience with one roofer doesn’t mean that you can’t find a better roofing contractor for less money.
As you do your research, look at reviews and testimonials. If there are several recent negative reviews it’s likely a sign of subpar work and/or poor customer service. Look for companies and contractors that have positive reviews.
2. Meet them face-to-face
Once you’ve found a contractor that you feel good about, invite the contractor to your home for a consultation. This way the contractor will be able to better assess how much your roofing project will cost. This also gives you an opportunity to ask any questions you have, such as what are the pros and cons of each material. The answers that the roofer gives you can give you a better feel for how well they know their craft.
Don’t hesitate to ask for a list of references. If they are a legitimate roofing business or contractor then they should have references that confirm the legitimacy and quality of their work.
3. Have a Contract
Before you give the roofer permission to get started, make sure you have a solid contract signed by you and the roofer. The contract should outline what services the roofer will render and how much you’ll pay for these services. Also make sure that it includes a reasonable time for when these services can be expected to be completed.
4. Confidence > Price
If you feel confident in a roofer’s ability, choose them over a cheaper option that you have less confidence in. In the long run it can be worth it to pay more for a roofer that you are confident will do a good job in a timely manner. If you choose a roofing contractor based on price alone then it’s possible that they’ll do an unsatisfactory job, take longer, and you’ll end up needing to hire someone more skilled and more detail oriented to fix the first roofer’s mistakes.
Conclusion
Following these tips when selecting a roofing contractor can save you money, time, and stress.
If you’re looking for roofing services in Northern Utah, we can help. Elite Services & Roofing has significant experience installing and repairing all types of roofing. We guarantee professionalism, transparency, and quality service. Choose someone who is going to do it right the first time. Choose Elite.
