HOW TO HIRE A ROOFING CONTRACTOR IN FAIRVIEW, TX

Hiring Fairview Roofing Contractor

Roofing a popular method of renovation, especially around this time of year. The good news is that there are plenty of roofing contractors to do the job. The bad news, though, is that not all contractors are reliable. Because of this, it’s extremely important that you do your research and conduct a simple interview to help narrow your search down to one reputable roofing company. Here are some tips on how to find the right roofing contractor for the job:

Research

You can ask around the community, look through the your local yellow pages, or you can find plenty of nearby roofing companies by searching them up online. Websites are usually also a pretty good sign of legitimacy. And they carry even more information than any other research method.

Check reviews and how long the company has been in business. Reviews will show you evidence of a satisfied customer base. Years in business shows sustainability. If a company has been in business over 20 years, for instance, that will help prove the company to be credibile.

You can also search for objective reviews. Websites like Glassdoor, Yelp and BBB (Better Business Bureau) are good choices to find company reviews. Companies will be rated and most review sites provide customer feedback.

You should try to find at least three roofing contractors in Fairview, TX that you’re impressed with after your research. Then, you can proceed to the next step—the interview—with each contractor.

Interview

The interview is an opportunity to narrow down your options even more and get more info about the roofing contractor from a face-to-face standpoint. Here some important questions to ask the contractor:

• Are you registered with the city of Fairview as a general contractor?
• Can you provide verification of valid insurance coverage (verify liability, worker’s compensation and property damage coverages)?
• Are there any permits that will be required for the job? If so, can you please provide me with a copy or copies for verification?
• What kind of warranty are you offering?
• Do you have references and/or proof of work that I can review?

Basically, this is the time to confirm any questions you might have. Particularly, you want to ensure that zero liability comes on you in the event that the job isn’t done properly or if someone gets injured on the job. You want to make sure everything is set straight from a legal standpoint.

Get Estimates

There is nothing wrong with getting multiple estimates for your roofing project. In fact, it’s recommended! Multiple estimates will help you compare prices and eliminate confusion. Unfortunately, some contractors out there try to raise prices hoping that their estimate will be the only one you ask for. Also, some companies will offer “deals” that expire way too soon, and some even expire the moment they leave the premises. Ultimately, you want a fair price and a roofing contractor whose work you’re confident in.

Plan

Lastly, discuss the general project plan. Discuss supplies needed, itemized payments, payment plans, the project timeline…everything but the kitchen sink. Most reputable roofing companies in Fairview, TX will offer payment plans where you can pay for parts of the project as they are completed. Essentially, you’ll pay once certain tasks are completed and the work is satisfactory.

Decide on a timeline on the project. It’s important to take into account possible weather delays, even though it should only take between 2-5 days to replace a roof. Roof replacement depends on certain factors, like weather, size of the roof, the roof’s pitch and the materials used. Just make sure that you and your contractor are on the same page and that all details are explicitly included in the contract.

We recommend the roofing services of Summit Roof. We’ve been in business for 20+ years, have tons of roofing knowledge and we treat each project with personal care. Contact Summit Roof Service Inc. today at (972) 715-1655 to get a free estimate! And please visit our blog for more helpful roofing information.