When it comes to your home and finances there is no such thing as being overprotective and this includes those times when you need to find reliable roofing contractors. Take these simple to steps to protect your home and avoid costly mistakes.
The roofing industry is the number one source of claims for fraud and abuse so never assume that the roofing contractor you are interviewing has a current roofing license. Always ask to see the paperwork so you can be confident they are suitably qualified. Businesses without licenses can and do disappear and if there is a problem with your roof you will be out of pocket for the repair expenses. Any roofing contractor worth working with will be licensed and insured.
While you are checking the licenses, you should also verify that the contractor is certified to install the material you are using for your roof. For example, in the state of Utah, a roofing company requires a shingle license to install a pitched roof. This is not the case for all states however it is important that if it is required in your state that your contractor is properly licensed.
Roof repair can be a dangerous business so liability insurance is a must if you want to ensure that accidents caused by the roofing contractor and their staff cannot come back and hurt you financially. Check that the contractor has a current insurance policy as well as what it covers and for how much. It is also a good idea to check the contractors’ workers’ compensation coverage.
Ensure a lien waiver is in place before work starts. Once the work is complete and you have paid the contractor the lien waiver protects you against suppliers requesting payment out of your pocket because the roofing contractor failed to pay them.
Even though it may make you a little uncomfortable to get all the above documents signed, sealed and verified the peace of mind is worth it as it can potentially save you thousands of dollars in the long run.
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