Spring in the Rocky Mountains
That means …crazy weather.
The power of nature can be beautiful, but it can also be destructive. Many of these storms are chased by good and bad roofing companies. Some are great and exactly what you need, and some are to be avoided. How do you know where to start?
Here’s a checklist to help:
- Only accept bids from local contractors you have called.
- Only accept bids with price, scope of work and materials written on them.
- Homeowners have a 72-hour rescission/cancellation period.
- Never sign anything that has a cancellation fee!
- Request five (5) local references that the Estimator personally worked with over 1 year ago.
- Ask for copies of the roofers Workmen’s Comp. and General Liability Insurance.
- Make sure the name on the insurance certificate matches the name of the roofer.
- Make sure the roofer pulls a building permit and has the new roof inspected.
- Do not pay for material in advance.
- It is illegal for a contractor to offer to pay, waive or rebate your deductible.
- Never turn over insurance checks or pay any money until the job is complete.