If your roof needs to be repaired or replaced, you’ve probably been searching online for “roofing contractors near me.” The problem is, with modern roofing materials lasting twenty years and more, you have probably never had to have the service done, so you don’t even know where to start. And you definitely want to avoid being another homeowner with a nightmare story about a dishonest roofer who did shoddy work or never completed the job.
A poorly repaired or replaced roof can put your whole home at risk, so you want to make sure that whomever you hire will be reliable and competent. So take some time with your decision: being cautious and thorough in doing research now will save you a lot of time and headaches in the long run. To find a trustworthy company that will treat your roof with the same care that they would treat the roofs on their own houses, here are some key factors to consider in your search.
Look Through Reviews
Every roofing contractor will claim to be good, so one way to test these claims is to find out what their customers say. While online reviews aren’t the ultimate method of evaluating a business, they can serve as a benchmark to help you determine whether you should dig a little deeper into what a particular company has to offer.
Confirm Your Contractor has Excellent Standards
When it comes to projects as critical and as expensive as roof replacement, you’ll want to work with contractors who hold themselves to a high standard. The best way to determine the standards of a roofer you are considering is to ask directly about their process, the materials and products they use, and the training their employees receive.
This conversation will allow you to gauge how seriously they take their responsibilities. Contractors who are proud of their work will be happy to answer your questions and provide transparency regarding their processes. They will also be willing to provide you with references. If you do get references, use them: give them a call, and politely inquire about what the job entailed, and obtain both the positives and negatives of working with the contractor.
Choose a Licensed Contractor
Contractor’s licenses are issued by each state, which means each state defines the qualifications for operating in the state. In Idaho, obtaining a contractor’s license for general construction or roofing is relatively easy, but one critical requirement is obtaining liability insurance.
By making sure your contractor has a valid license, you know that your contractor is insured. The last thing you want is to be exposed to liability if something should happen to a roofer during your roof repair or replacement. Roofing is a job that carries a lot of risk, so an insurer will hesitate to issue a policy for a roofing contractor that does not follow safety protocols. So don’t be shy about asking for the contractor’s license number and proof of insurance. You can verify the license through the State of Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses. A valid contractor’s license indicates which contractors take their craft and their responsibilities to their clients seriously.
Make Sure They Offer Free Estimates
Companies that ask for money up front to provide a repair estimate should be avoided. Reputable businesses are willing to give you free quotes because they are confident in their ability to earn your business through their professionalism and their reputation.
Trust Your Home to Precision Gutters & Roofing
You deserve to have your home’s roof repairs performed by an experienced company with high standards. At Precision Gutters and Roofing, we are licensed and insured, and have been operating in the Coeur d’Alene area for over 20 years. Our family-owned and operated business is proud to meet the roofing and gutter needs of our community and to build relationships with fantastic people.
If you need a quote for roof repair, roof replacement, or gutter maintenance or installation, we would be happy to schedule a time to evaluate your needs. Contact Precision Gutters & Roofing today.