{"id":5496,"date":"2018-10-31T18:16:34","date_gmt":"2018-10-31T18:16:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techfeatured.com\/automotive\/15496\/how-to-safely-hire-a-roofing-contractor"},"modified":"2018-10-31T18:16:34","modified_gmt":"2018-10-31T18:16:34","slug":"how-to-safely-hire-a-roofing-contractor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techfeatured.com\/automotive\/15496\/how-to-safely-hire-a-roofing-contractor","title":{"rendered":"How To Safely Hire A Roofing Contractor"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>  Let&#39;s face it;  hiring a contractor in any professional field can be a nerve wracking experience.  We have all heard the stories of fly by night roofers who were self-proclaimed experts in their field, their finished product though often turned out to be a nightmare.  This scenario all too often plays out in the lives of really good people, who really make bad decisions when choosing a roofing contractor.  This article is to equip you from falling into the same trap we have seen others suffer through. <\/p>\n<p>  Here are a few astonishing facts about roofing contractors: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>  More than 80% of roofing contractors go out of business within two years of opening their doors. <\/li>\n<li>  A great majority of roofing companies who go beyond the 2nd year do not ever make it to the 5th year of business <\/li>\n<li>  The roofing industry is riddled with many roofing contractors who are performing roofing services with their 2nd or even 3 <sup>rd<\/sup> business. <\/li>\n<li>  This means that many homeowners no longer have a labor warranty covering their roof, and if their roof was improperly installed there is no accounting party to fix it. <\/li>\n<li>  There are many imposter roofing contractors who are not licensed, bonded, and insured. <\/li>\n<li>  The roofing industry is among the top in national claims and reports of fraud and abuse. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>  These facts are not to make you nauseous, but to bring your attention to the battle that every business and homeowner goes through while choosing a roofing contractor.  Knowledge is your greatest weapon in a hiring situation.  Rushing into choosing a contractor often leads to regret and can cost you thousands of dollars.  I would like to help you avoid making a mistake before it happens by equipping you with a few pieces of information you need to screen and interview your roofing contractor.  Here is a check list of items that you should consider while hiring a roofing contractor. <\/p>\n<p>  <u>YOUR CHECKLIST TO SAFELY HIRE A ROOFING CONTRACTOR<\/u> <\/p>\n<p>  <u>Check their credentials:<\/u> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>  Is the contractor licensed, bonded, and insured?  (Ask to see their certificates). <\/li>\n<li>  Do they have workman&#39;s compensation and general liability insurance? <\/li>\n<li>  MAKE SURE THE CONTRACTOR IS CERTIFIED WITH THE PRODUCT THEY ARE INSTALLING! <\/li>\n<li>  Certification affects the quality of warranty you will receive. <\/li>\n<li>  A certified contractor can offer extended warranties on roofing and workmanship. <\/li>\n<li>  They are members of business accounting groups like the BBB or Angie&#39;s list where you can check their ratings. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>  <u>How long have they been in business:<\/u> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>  Statistically 80% of new roofing businesses will be closed within the first 2 years, and many more after 5 years. <\/li>\n<li>  Please make sure the contractor has a stable history. <\/li>\n<li>  Has the company been in business more than 5 years &quot; <em>with the same name&quot;<\/em> ? <\/li>\n<li>  (It is common for an &quot;at risk&quot; roofing company to open up multiple businesses under a different name after abusing the market and homeowners.) <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>  <u>Do they have stability and permanence?<\/u> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>  Company has a physical business office and address. <\/li>\n<li>  Reference Check (yes, you should check references, both personal references and online. (Review sources like yelp, Google places, BBB and Angies List) <\/li>\n<li>  Positive prior &amp; current references from at least 5 re-roof customers. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>  <u>What type of industry experience do they have?<\/u> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>  Specializes in the type roofing work you want performed. <\/li>\n<li>  Has been in the commercial or residential roofing industry for multiple years. <\/li>\n<li>  Had employees that are experienced in your specific roofing installation type. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>  <u>Have they clearly detailed the scope of work and price of the project?<\/u> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>  The contractor should provide you with a detailed description of the scope of work. <\/li>\n<li>  The roofing contractor will guarantee the work they are performing. <\/li>\n<li>  Does the contractor understand your needs and desires for the project? <\/li>\n<li>  The lowest price is not always a good indication of the safest choice or best value <em>, if it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is.<\/em> <\/li>\n<li>  NEVER IGNORE YOUR GUT FEELING, IF SOMETHING FEELS REALLY WRONG, IT PROBABLY IS. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>  Your experience hiring a roofing contractor can be a peaceful one if you know what to look for, and what to avoid.  An educated consumer is one that gets the prize.  I suggest printing this out and giving it to your prospective contractors as a pre-screening process.  If they are legit they will have no problem providing the above information.  Next select the top 3 contractors and experiences that you felt good about and compare price and materials.  Now you are in the hands of a few safe roofing contractors and can work towards getting the right system, for the right price. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Let&#39;s face it; hiring a contractor in any professional field can be a nerve wracking experience. We have all heard the stories of fly by night roofers who were self-proclaimed experts in their field, their finished product though often turned out to be a nightmare. 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