How to Chose a Roofer
Choosing a roofing contractor for your home improvement job can be a difficult and time consuming endeavor. We at Palm Roofing Corp. have formed a list of guidelines that you can follow in order to find the best fit for you.
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Take the time to visit the contractor's physical place of business. Verify the contractor is properly equipped to support your roofing needs, both in staff members as well as equipment.
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Request proof of Workers' Compensation & General Liability insurance coverage from the contractor. Ask for copies of both insurance certificates and be sure to ca the agent/carrier directly to verify that the insurance has not been cancelled.
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Insist on a detailed written proposal. Examine the proposal for complete descriptions of the work and specifications, including type of materials, as well as payment procedures.
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Read and understand the warranties. Do they include labor and materials? How long?
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Look for a proven track record. Does the contractor offer client references and a list of completed projects?
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Make sure the contractor is financially stable. Ask for a list of suppliers to verify his payment history. If a contractor has financial instability it could make your project slow down or stop all together.
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Request a list of roofing manufacturers with which the contractor is licensed and/or approved applicator for.
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Ask for the contractor to explain how he/she goes about their quality-control procedures.
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Maintain a healthy skepticism about the lowest bidder. If it sounds too good to be true it probably is.
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Make sure to call your local Better Business Bureau and also your county Code Enforcement to check for any possible complaints filed against the contractor.
Better Business Bureau (561)842-1918
Code Enforcement:
Miami Dade (305)375-2333
Broward (954)917-1330
Monroe (305)289.2583
We hope that these guidelines can help you make a quicker, easier, and better decision about who will be your next roofing contractor for your home improvement contract.
