Finding the right roofing company
Nothing is more irritating than a leaking roof. It causes untold damage to your home and causes severe aggravation. Whether it was due to poor workmanship or inclement weather, the fact remains that you have to call in a roofer. On investigation, you realize that there are many businesses out there claiming to be roofing companies. This can be a big problem. So how do you single out the professionals to avoid the same predicament? Fortunately, there are several ways of doing that. Thanks to www.dragonroofing.com.au we have you covered. Read on below to find how you can find the right roofing company.
Get a referral
Query your neighbours and friends. Ask them if they were happy with the work done and whether they would hire that professional again. Personal contacts can also give you honest feedback. Get leads from hardware stores and lumber yards as well.
Certifications and memberships
Knowing what certifications the contractor has will boost your trust in them. Anybody that is eager to associate itself with a roofer means the roofer has met their standards. Some certifications and memberships to look out for include:
BBB – An accreditation body that offers free company reviews with regards to licensing, customer experiences and background.
Angie’s List – A free website that offers ratings and reviews to its members complete with background checks. Anonymous reviews are not allowed. This gives the customer more confidence in selecting a contractor.
Roofing Industry Association – Members are required to conform to an industry code of ethics, ensuring professionalism and quality delivery. They also work with consumers to resolve any roofing issues.
Roofing Tile Association of Australia – Represents the interests and concerns of its members, with focus on work-related issues and training apprenticeships. Members are independent roof installers and tillers and manufacturers of tiles.
Testimonials
Lots of testimonials – not a few from past clients – means the roofing company consistently delivers on its promises. Indeed, an independent forum can also inform you if they are not. Requesting the client to conduct a survey after the work is complete also shows that the roofer is confident in the work they deliver. Testimonials reflect what your experience will be with a certain company.
Experience
Experience is a great thing. It can’t be bought. You have to learn it, sometimes the hard way! The more experienced a roofer is, the better the job they can do.
Free estimates
Most roofing companies offer free estimates. But confirm before you ask a roofer to inspect your home and give you an estimate. As a result, you’ll be able to compare bids without any extra costs.
Warranty on repairs
Check if the work and materials are warrantied. Good contractors are proud of their work and a warranty backs that up.
These tips can help you find the best roofing company for your needs. This saves you the frustration of looking for the contractor who did a nasty job to come back and redo the work. Similarly, you won’t have to deal with the additional expense of paying another roofer to fix the poor job. Unfortunately, most contractors hate fixing another contractor’s sloppy work. For more on Dragon Roofing, please visit the Dragon Roofing Facebook page.
