Before you hire a company to replace your roof, you’ll want to vet a few local contractors. Knowing what to ask during a roofing consultation can help you be confident that you’re making the best choice.

How Long Has Your Company Been in Business?

Knowing how long a contractor has been around can give you clues about the quality of the company’s work and its commitment to customer service. It’s generally safe to assume that a business that’s been serving homeowners in your area for several years provides quality results and handles problems and complaints in a professional manner. A company that doesn’t serve its customers well isn’t likely to last long.

Working with a well-established local business can also give you peace of mind in case a problem arises in the future. Some contractors perform sub-par work, then go out of business. When the customers need to have their roofs repaired, the company is no longer around. You won’t have to worry about that if you select a contractor with a strong track record.

Is Your Company Licensed and Insured?

You’ll want to be sure that any contractor you hire to do work on your house meets state licensing requirements and is adequately insured. A reputable contractor should be happy to provide that information.

How Much Will My Project Cost?

Each roofing contractor that you interview should provide you with a written estimate. It should include a detailed breakdown of charges for materials and labor.

Sometimes, contractors leave important items off their initial estimates so they can quote homeowners low prices to get their business. Later, they add new charges, and the cost skyrockets.

Once you’ve received estimates from each of the contractors you’re considering, carefully compare them to each other. Make sure that each quote covers all aspects of the project. If you discover that a contractor left something off an estimate, ask to have it added.

Get an Estimate for a New Roof

LaBrusciano Roofing & Exteriors has been serving Pennsylvania homeowners since 2009. We’ve earned the designation of a 5-Star CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster™. That means that we meet the highest standards in the shingle roofing industry. Make a list of what to ask during a roofing consultation, then give us a call at (610)624-8850.