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Five tips for hiring a Roofing Contractor

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A new roof or reroofing project is a huge investment you need a Roofing Specialist you can trust who is not new to the industry All Metal Roofing Specialists has been in the industry since 2007 We are family owned and operated Customer satisfaction is our number one priority Protect your investment with these tips to hire the right roofing contractor

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1 Ask people you know and trust 2 Meet with interview and get bids from at least three roofing contractors 3 Research the contractors for licensing and insurance 4 Hire a local contractor with a physical business address and local phone number 5 Request your estimate and details in writing

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1 Ask people you know and trust Talk with friends family members neighbors and coworkers to find out if anyone has any recently used a roofing contractor or has a recommendation When asking someone you know you ll get an honest answer Check out reliable sites like Angie s list for reviews on roofers in your area You can also check with the local better business bureau for ratings and complaints

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2 Meet with Interview and get bids from at least three roofing contractors First Impressions can make or break a deal Your Roofing Specialist should be enthusiastic offer advice note potential obstacles and most of all listen to your concerns and answer all your questions willingly You should get a timeline and an estimate so you can now compare all your bids Do not accept the lowest bid just because it is low This could indicate low quality Ask how they arrived at their bid

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3 Research the contractors for licensing and insurance Protect yourself and your investment by asking about insurance liability and workers compensation In most states it is illegal for a roofing contractor to work without a license Check out the Roofing Specialists website for this information a license number prominently placed on a website is a good indicator It is risky to hire a roofer without insurance This will leave you wide open for personal injury property damage and other liabilities Licensed and Insured PA047548

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4 Hire a local contractor with a physical business address and local phone number Local roofers rely on referrals and satisfied customers Beware of those giving out P O Box addresses lack of a website or outdated face book page Con artists can be avoided by hiring someone with a permanent office location and easy access by phone or email Find out how long they have been in business and ask for a list of past projects You can then see how the roof has held up till now 717 933 7044

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5 Request your estimate and details in writing Now that you feel confident in the Roofing Specialist you are about to hire ask for all job details in writing such as guarantee estimate and completion date You want to be sure your Roofing Specialist will be able to handle any problems that may arise For example missing or damaged material upon arrival This can occasionally occur and your Roofing Specialist will not be at fault but should be able to handle this with ease Protect your pocket and your investment by implementing these few steps and you will have long lasting protection for your home Compliments of http www allmetalroofs com