1. Get a Local Company

Local roofing companies are the way to go. Having a someone that is from the community and has a {reputation} for being an upstanding businessman saves from the possibility of getting scammed. Also being able to talk to other community members that have used the same contractor is very important. This is your property, so you deserve to know who is working for you. Having a roofing company that is owner operated gives you the advantage of getting to know who is roofing your house. A business that is owner operated has less overhead so they can pass those savings on to you, the customer.

When hiring a local roofing contractor, you can know that the money you’re paying is supporting your local economy. Take pride in the fact that you are building up the local community.

2. Research Online Profiles

When looking for a roofing contractor for your residential roof project, take some time to look online and see what their customers have to say for them. A couple of good places to look to see what a other customers are saying is: {Better Business Bureau}, {Angie’s List}, and {Google Reviews}. Take your time to find the perfect small business roofing contractor for you. Putting a roof on your house is one of the single biggest investments you will make to your house, so do your research.

3. Check Licenses and Insurances

Contractors should have proper insurance to cover their employees and equipment. If they don’t have the proper insurance and something happens on your property you might be left set with a big expense to cover that could have been avoided. Ask for proof of insurance!

Ask your contractor for a copy of their license. Unlicensed contractors are a bad idea! They are not held accountable to their state laws and they will lack knowledge of local codes.

4. Know the Materials

Ask the contractor prior to installation day what for materials they use that way you can do proper research and know that the materials that are, covering what matters most to you, is satisfactory to you. Getting a shingle that is stylish while maintaining quality is very important. You deserve to know what for roof you are going to be getting. Style and color are important for your house because the value of your house is affected dramatically by the shingles on your roof. The more info you know before you meet with the contractor the better off you are.