What to Look for in a Halifax Roofing Company?

You’re going to live and work under a roof for years to come, so choosing a quality roofing company  is a very important decision to make. Refined Roofing has provided this list to help you understand what to look for when comparing roofing companies in Halifax.

  • Are they a licensed roofing company?
  • Do they have a website?
  • Do they have liability insurance?
  • Do they carry workers compensation insurance?
  • How are potential worker injuries handled? Make sure you won’t be liable.
  • If their equipment damages your property, who is responsible?
  • Will their work meet Code requirements of your area, if applicable?
  • What is the exact business location? Get the address, even if they work out of their home.
  • Does the owner perform the work, or employees? Request the name of the roofing companies project supervisor.
  • Verify whether there will be workers on the job every day until completed.
  • Do they have a procedure in case of bad weather during the project?
  • Do they have a warranty on installation and workmanship? How long will you be covered?
  • Does the contractor provide product literature and samples prior to the project?
  • Is the contractor’s bid significantly lower than the other roofing companies? Be careful—quality may be an issue.
  • Does the contract specify materials and brands to be used? Make sure it does and make sure these products carry warranties.
  • Make sure cleanup is included in the bid, including gutters and ground areas.
  • Look for a roofing company who offers emergency service – they are much more likely to take care of their customers.
  • As the project is on-going make sure to check labels and packaging of materials to make sure they match the material specified in the estimate.

A new roof is one of the most important investments you can make for your home, so it is crucial to find a reliable and reputable Halifax roofing company.