So you’ve finally come to the point where you need a new roof. You’ve been weighing your options and getting quotes from different contractors, but now it’s time for the big decision. It can be difficult to know what questions you should ask when interviewing these contractors, so we put together a list of 5 that are sure to help with making this process easier on yourself.
- Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
If you are considering hiring a roofing contractor, it is important to ask them about their credentials. Are they licensed? Bonded? Insured? When talking with potential contractors, make sure to do your research beforehand and find out which one is the best fit for you. A qualified roofing contractor should be licensed by the State Contractor’s Board in the state where they operate. They should also have insurance on both themselves and their workmanship. - Do they have a physical office in your area?
If you're looking to hire a roofing contractor, make sure they have a physical office in your area. It's also important that the business has local phone numbers and are available for emergency repairs. - How Long Have You Been in the Roofing Business?
When you invest in a roof replacement, you need to ask and look up how long they’ve been in business. If you choose a newer roofing company that’s a couple of years old, chances are their prices will be a lot cheaper. The problem is they don't know how to price jobs correctly to have retained earnings at the end of the year to get them through the winter months. That's when a new company will shut down. - What is your workmanship warranty?
A roofing contractor will give you a workmanship warranty, which is the length of time they promise their labor and materials are going to last. The lifetime or 25-year warranty means that if anything goes wrong with the installation in those years, it's taken care of by them. However, this doesn't mean that all roofs need such a long lifespan. In order for your home to stay looking new for as long as possible, you must ask about what kind of warranty your contractor offers. - Hiring a Contractor? Ask and check their work references.
Many people are unaware of how important it is to check references when hiring a contractor. You should ask every contractor that gives you an estimate to provide you with references from jobs completed in the past 3 to 6 months. References are critical because they show your level of trust and also your understanding of what is necessary for the job being done. If someone has been dishonest or untrustworthy on previous projects, then he will likely be untrustworthy on this one too.
Excel Construction Group is the best roofing company in Amarillo for roofing and other construction needs. We’ve been roofing Amarillo and surrounding area homes and businesses for over 26 years, and we’ve built a reputation for high-quality roofing that is professionally installed and backed by the best warranty coverage in the industry.
