If you plan for your home to last a lifetime, proper care and maintenance is a must. From the floor up, there are many areas that, if not properly cared for, can affect the health of the home.
One of the most important areas in maintaining a home is the proper care of the roof. Since the roof is constantly exposed to the natural elements such as rain, snow, hail, wind and sun, a poorly installed roof can mean big trouble. From proper framing and construction to drying the roof, it’s important to make sure everything is done right.
From new construction to roof restoration, choosing a reputable, reliable roofing Company is critical. There are no shortcuts to take when it comes to a roofing job.
So how do you find the right roofing company for your home? Allow me to give you a few pointers.
First, most roofing companies offer services for both new construction and renovations. However, some specialize more in one or the other. So take a look at where the specialties are.
Second, if you’re skeptical of a particular roofing company, ask for references. If they don’t have any handy, chances are they’ve never been asked for them, they’re a brand new company, or they’re not a very good company.
Third, most established roofing companies rely and depend on a good reputation. They will do everything they can to make sure word of their work gets out on the street in a positive way. Word-of-mouth is the name of the game for roofing companies. So ask around! Check online reviews, including the BBB or Better Business Bureau or Yelp. These are the two most frequently reviewed online review sites.
Fourth, sometimes the cheapest deal is not always the best deal. When choosing your roofing company, realize that price is not the most important factor. Accepting a two thousand dollar cheapest quote could turn into a twenty thousand dollar headache later. Choose the roofing company that will do the job right and at a fair price.
Fifth, make sure they have good customer service. Call their office and see how friendly and courteous they are. In the business world, first impressions are everything. Good companies know this and will hire someone in the front office who will represent their company well.
Sixth, see what kind of warranty they have. How long do they warranty their roofing work? Does the warranty include materials and labor?
Finally, as much as I want to be a proponent of the new, I also want to know that my roof is guaranteed. Choose a company that you feel will still be in business for the next decade or so.
