When you need a new roof or you require roof repairs, finding a qualified contractor is critical to ensure that you get the highest quality job without spending too much. While there are a lot of roofers in Sarasota, FL, just hiring the first one you find when you begin searching is not the best strategy.
The professionals from the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) offer some tips to help you get the best possible roofing company:
A checkup on your roof system in the fall and spring will help diagnose potential problems early.
NRCA recommends you hire a professional roofing contractor to assist you with checking your roof.
Before you hire a roofing contractor, do your homework:
- Check for a contractor’s permanent place of business, telephone number and tax identification number.
- Check references from prior customers.
- Ask for proof of insurance (liability and workers’ compensation).
- Ask the contractor about material and workmanship warranties.
To locate a professional roofing contractor in your area, use NRCA’s contractor member search.
The NRCA highlights the importance of using some specific criteria to find the right roofers in Sarasota to help inspect and repair your roof. Using them, you can conduct interviews where you should ask details about:
- The contractor’s license.
- How much is required for deposit to begin the project.
- What the timeline is for completion.
- What happens in situations where costs increase or timelines change from the original estimate.
- Whether they can give you a list of local references you can call to inquire about their quality of work, timeliness, and price (be sure to call these references).
Once you have the answers to these questions, the next step is to get price estimates for your project. Your roof is important, which is why it’s so critical that you hire the right company the first time. When you need repairs or other services, contact local Roofing by Curry to ensure that you won’t second-guess the quality of the workmanship and materials.
(Article excerpt and image taken from “Roof Checkup Guide for Homeowners”, NRCA, April 14, 2014)
