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Promising rock-bottom prices and quick turnaround for a new roof, unlicensed and untrained home improvement “professionals” prey on consumers when they're most vulnerable.
Unfortunately, this is a common practice that usually results in poor installations that later cause trouble, when the installer has moved on to the next town.
Choosing a new roof to protect your home and family is a big decision, and deserves careful consideration.
The nonprofit Metal Roofing Alliance recommends homeowners ask these questions before signing a contract for a new roof:
- Is the company licensed, and are the employees bonded and insured? How long has the company been in business?
- What types of roofing materials does the company offer? The industry has evolved - there are many choices beyond the old asphalt shingle.
- Will the contractor provide a written, final estimate?
- Can the new roof be installed over the existing roof?
- What are the environmental considerations of the new materials and disposal of the old roof?
- What company manufactures the roofing material the contractor will use?
- How long with will the new roof last? What does the warranty cover?
- Will the company use subcontractors? If so, how will they be managed/supervised?
- Is there pending legal action against the company?
- Can you speak with former customers?
Most homeowners will have to buy three or more roofs in their lifetime.
A growing number of homeowners are avoiding the chore and cost of multiple roof installations by choosing durable and environmentally-friendly metal roofs. Resistant to cracking, shrinking and eroding, metal roofs stand up to hail, high winds and even wildfires. Today's residential metal roofing is competing with common roofing material - such as asphalt shingle, cedar shake, clay tile or slate roofing - only stronger and more durable. No matter the style, most homeowners who choose a metal roof will never have to worry about re-roofing again.
Original article on PR Newswire