By Oklahoma Roofing Contractors Association (ORCA). Not all roofing contractors are legitimate, here are some situations to steer clear of when making your hiring choice. Everyone wants to hire the best person for the job with the biggest bang for their buck, but often something too good to be true ...
By Jay Butch, CertainTeed. New roofs aren’t cheap, nor should they be. Here’s how to make the right investment for a crucial component of your home. In our technologically driven world, where we can connect with each other instantly, genuine face-to-face time seems to be something of the past. While ...
By Alberta Allied Roofing Association. These tips and questions will help you find a reputable roofing professional for your next roofing project. Does your home need a roof or does your roof need to be repaired? If so, make sure you’re selecting a reliable and reputable roofing professional. Below ...
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Contractors are only as good as the products they choose to install. When you hire a roofing contractor to work on your home, you expect professionalism and quality work. You may have been given an outstanding experience by your contractor throughout the sales process, ...
By Vickie Sharples, RCS Partner. Tips and advice on finding a reliable contractor. When you type in “roofing contractor” in your search engine of choice, you’ll get many results that want to help you “find a contractor in your area.” Some sites offer basic information or tips like AskARoofer, but most ...
By Vickie Sharples, RCS Partner. Interview your contractor to ensure a successful roof installation. Having a roof installed is no small project or expense, so you want to make sure you’re working with a professional contractor and that you’re setting yourself up for success. Don’t be shy, have a list of ...
Having a detailed agreement written and signed by both parties solves a lot of problems that can come up during a roofing job. A contract with your roofer is important. It protects both you, and your contractor. It should not be looked at as a mistrust thing but as a clear ...
The day has come, you know you can’t go another year with that tired old roof. Where do you start? Before you start making calls to local roofing contractors, you need to be organized. Get a binder with pockets so you can slip brochures, contracts and proposals, addresses of roofs you ...
The answer can depend on the state you live in and the contractor you hire. I get asked this question quite often. The answer can depend on the state you live in and the contractor you hire. Some contractors ask for deposits, some don’t. Whatever you agree on, make sure it ...
Five reasons to hire a certified roofing contractor. A roofing question came in this morning. I was asked if I knew a good roofing contractor in Portland, Washington area. It just so happens I have no solid contacts up there at this time that I felt comfortable referring to. So I ...