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What to Ask a Roofing Contractor

October 29, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Information

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When you’re searching for a roofing company to provide you with high-quality, long-lasting metal roofing, you can’t just pick any roofing company. Metal roofing is one of the most difficult roofing types to install. It’s crucial that you find an experienced and credible metal roofing contractor for any metal roofing needs. A large majority of the success of a roofing job depends on the quality of work that the contractor provided, so it’s essential that you pick the right contractor for your project.

But how can you know if a contractor is right for you? Asking a contractor thorough and effective questions can guide you to the contractor that is going to provide you with the metal roof of your dreams. Classic Metal Roofs shares the best questions to ask your prospective metal roofer before you hire them.

Are You Licensed and Insured?

First, you are going to want to ensure that your prospective roofing contractor has an up-to-date license and all the necessary insurances including worker’s compensation and liability insurance. The proper insurance will protect you from paying for things that are out of your or the contractor’s control.

Certain websites, including the Better Business Bureau website, also have open public records that you can look up for any licensed roofing contractor. Using these records, you’ll better be able to assess the quality of workmanship they provide and see if they’re a right fit for your next project.

May I See Homeowner References?

“Metal roofs” is a general catch-all term that encompasses a lot of materials. Certain metal roofing contractors may not provide the metal roof style that you’re in search of. This is why we recommend asking prospective metal roofing contractors what kind of metal roofs they offer. Listen to see if they provide the quintessential residential roof—architectural quality metal roofing manufactured out of aluminum. Some styles that they provide should include standing seam and metal shingle styles. Ask your potential metal roofer if they install the roofs themselves, or if they use sub-contractors.

For your convenience, on our Classic Metal Roofs website, we have galleries and reviews for you to peruse at your convenience to get a better idea what our quality workmanship can provide you with.

What Types of Metal Roofs Do You Offer?

Thorough Questioning Leads to A Successful Project

The more questions that you ask your prospective metal roofing contractor, the more likely you’ll have a successful roofing project. By asking questions, seeing references, and examining their portfolio, you’ll be able to better determine if that contractor will give you the metal roof you’re looking for. While these three questions are crucial to ask, there are more questions to ask a roofing contractor.

General Questions to Ask a Roofing Contractor

Some general questions to ask a metal roofing contractor could include:

How long have you been in business?
Is your business locally owned?
What jobs do you have that I can go see?
Who, exactly, will be installing my roof? Are they working on a project now where I can go see them in action?
What training and experience does the contractor have?
When would you be able to schedule my project?
How long will my project take?
Is a building permit required for my project, and if so, will you pull one?
What steps do you take for the safety of your workers?

Project-Specific Questions to Ask a Metal Roofing Contractor

There are also some more specific questions that you can ask your metal roofing contractor to get a better idea of how your metal roofing project will go. These questions include:

How will you access my roof?
How will you remove any materials that are torn off on my roof? Will there be a dumpster on site?
How will you protect my gutters? My driveway? The rest of my property?
Will you provide me with written warranties both for your workmanship and the product you will be installing? When?
What things might cause a deviation from the contracted price?
Who will be my contact during the project and how available and accessible will they be?

Why Choose Us?

Classic Metal Roofs, LLC is a licensed, fully insured, experienced metal roofing company offering a range of metal roof products and services to choose from including:

When you hire our services, we will help you find the perfect system for your project. There’s no better choice for your metal roofing needs in the New England area. Get a quote with our Free Consultation form. Our expert metal roofing services are available in MA, RI, CT, and NH.