Repairing or reroofing your commercial property is a big investment. Like any big property improvement project, choosing the right contractor who performs quality, reliable work isn’t always easy. If you don’t already have a trusted roofer in your rolodex, you will likely turn to the Internet or the old school Yellow Pages for a solution, but how do you know what you should really be looking for to differentiate between the trustworthy pros and the amateurish companies who say they can provide commercial roofing?
Insurance Is Important
It is very important to make sure the roofing company you use has both liability insurance and workers’ compensation coverage and is also licensed. You can ask to see their certifications or call their insurance carrier to confirm. The cost of the insurance will be built into the price you are quoted.
Hire Local
You should be sure that the industrial roofing company you choose is local and has established a good reputation in the community. Most roofs come with a standard five-year warranty, so you don’t want your roofers closing down unexpectedly in that five-year period. The CEO of RoofCore has been in the business since 1982 and has installed more than 1,000 roofing systems.
Price Is Not Everything
Of course you will be tempted to go with the roofer offering the lowest price, but there are other important factors to keep in mind as well. Bids that seem a lot cheaper than other companies may indicate a lack of proper insurance and should at the very least raise suspicions. Avoid contractors who ask for you to pay for the entire job up front rather than a standard deposit and the full amount upon completion of the job.
Avoid Storm Chasers
Roofing is unfortunately one of those types of businesses that sometimes attracts literal storm chasers looking to make a quick buck off others’ misfortunes. Don’t get pressured by forceful tactics and be sure to look into any company before you use them to make sure they will be there long after the storm.
The National Weather Service can verify a hailstorm has occurred in your neighborhood. If a roofer claims, “Most businesses and homeowners in your area were affected by a hailstorm and are simply unaware of the storm damage on their roof,” you can check with the National Weather Service to make sure they’re telling the truth.
Get it in Writing
Get details such as how much the job will cost and how long it is expected to take in writing, as well as any warranties. Keep the paperwork just in case something ends up going wrong. Take your time to really analyze and understand what you’re getting before signing a contract and get any promises in writing. Be sure to ask about any price variations as well.
Communication Is Key
If the roofing company you have chosen doesn’t always return your calls, send you proper documentation or follow through, you should check into finding someone else. Communication is the key to any good business and if you aren’t satisfied feel free to go somewhere else.
A legitimate commercial roofing company should be able to provide:
· Business License
· Roofing Credentials
· Local References and Roofing Testimonials
· Workers’ Compensation Insurance
· General Liability Insurance
· Written Manufacturer Warranties
RoofCore
RoofCore has installed more than 1,000 commercial and industrial roof systems with excellent customer feedback. We specialize in re-roofing and repairs with a focus on commercial and industrial projects. When you’re looking for a commercial roof maintenance company in Macon, Georgia, look to RoofCore .
Our list of satisfied clients includes commercial and industrial businesses such as Frito Lay, Miller Brewing, Walmart, Anheuser-Busch and Caterpillar, and we would be glad to add your business to the list.
