Importance of Elite Roofing Dallas
These 10 important tips
with homeowners to show them that your company is reputable and can be trusted
to protect their home and their wallet.
1.
Get local referrals.
There is less chance of
potential issues or scams when you choose a contractor from your community.
2.
Look for manufacturer
designations.
Manufacturer designations
are considered a badge of honor because the contractor must pass certain
minimum requirements to be factory-certified (although, some manufacturers have
more stringent requirements than others).
3.
Research Better Business
Bureau (BBB) ratings.
Some contractors blow in
(no pun intended) right after a storm looking for work, so it’s important to
look them up on the BBB website and make sure they have a good score.
4.
Get an extensive
warranty.
Not all contractors can
offer manufacturer warranties that include coverage of the contractor’s
workmanship. If a contractor installs the roof
incorrectly, it may take months or years for the damage to show up—and insurance
won’t pay for it.
5.
Be concerned about
safety.
A contractor without a
training or safety program may not be the best person for your job. GAF
sponsors a unique national training organization called the Center for the Advancement of Roofing
Excellence (CARE), which has trained
more than 200,000 professionals.
6.
Check for proper
licensing and insurance.
The contractor should
have insurance for all employees and subcontractors and be able to provide a
copy of their insurance certificate for validation. Not having adequate
insurance could potentially lead to litigation between a contractor and
homeowner if a roofing employee sustains an injury at the home.
7.
Pay your deductible.
Any contractor who claims
they can handle the repair without having the homeowner pay their insurance
deductible is committing insurance fraud and endangering the homeowner.
8.
Handle your own
claim.
A contractor who says
they are “a claim specialist” or can “handle your insurance claim” may be
breaking the law.
9.
Don’t give in to pressure.
Watch out for a
contractor who pressures you to sign a contract before the insurance
company has estimated the damage.
10.
Know your material
choices.
A contractor who does not
offer you different shingle options is not looking out for your best interest.
The style and color of the shingles you install can affect the resale value of
your home.
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