When you decide to get work done on your roof, it’s worth finding the right company to do it. It’s a big project whether you’re looking for roof repairs, a roof replacement, or a roof for your new build. When you search “roofer near me” you’ll get a good few results; we’ll help you sort through them.
What to Look For In A Roofing Company
Reputation
To find a roofing company with a good reputation, the first thing to look at is reviews. Ideally, the company should display reviews on their homepage. It’s an obvious sign that they stand behind the work they do and that their customers are satisfied.
Either way, you can see public reviews on a company’s Google My Business listing. Obviously, higher ratings are better but a higher amount of reviews is a trustworthy sign, too. The number of reviews is written beside the company’s rating.
We also recommend asking people you know around town what they think of the roofers you’re considering. No matter if they’ve had a positive or a negative experience, it’ll help you make your decision. If you’re part of any local Facebook groups where people make recommendations on local businesses, consider asking for opinions on there, too.
Insurance
Working in the roofing industry can be dangerous. It does require being up on a roof, after all. Workers have to take safety precautions to avoid falls, dropped tools, slips, and other accidents. Inclement weather adds another layer of difficulty, too. At the end of the day, a rooftop can be a dangerous place so it’s important to let the professionals who are trained and insured to do the work up there.
Roofing companies should have their own insurance to protect their staff as well as the homes they work on. In Alberta, look for WCB coverage (Workers Compensation Board) on their website. If the company doesn’t have insurance, the homeowner could be held liable if any issues arise.
Certifications and Licenses
You may come across some roofers that don’t have the proper certifications. They typically charge less, but that lower cost often means you’re missing out on insurance protection, safety training, and general workmanship.
You can also ask the company if they have a business license to operate in your area. We’re licensed to work in a number of areas including Lethbridge, Crowsnest Pass, Fernie, Cranbrook, Kimberley, and the surrounding Kootenay area. When you hire our services, our team will show up in a company truck wearing company uniforms so you know it’s the same crew you hired. Other companies sometimes sub-contract other teams that show up in unmarked vehicles and have different standards of workmanship.
Additionally, you may notice other badges on company websites, like the Owens Corning Preferred Contractor badge.
Being a Preferred Contractor with Owens Corning means the contractor has shown such high quality workmanship that Owens Corning invited them to represent their product to customers. Additionally, it means the roofing company stands behind the products they install. They’re experienced with Owens Corning products and will install them according to warranty standards.
Workmanship Warranty
In addition to the warranty offered on specific products, companies should have their own Workmanship Warranty in place. The details and length is up to each individual company, but it usually varies from one to eight years. It essentially means the company stands behind their own work as well as the products they use. At C&M Roofing, we offer an eight year Workmanship Warranty.
Quote Process
A thorough quote process holds companies accountable for the work they do. Ideally, the roofing company should show up to see your roof in-person and follow up with a descriptive quote, complete with photos and pricing.
It should be in writing, either on paper or via email. For the majority of our recent clients, we’ve been sending quotes via email to respect social distancing. If requested, we can perform our work without meeting the homeowner in person.
Why Hire Us?
If we offer services in your area, we’d happily come by and write you a detailed quote. Our team is experienced and professional, fully certified and licensed. We have WCB insurance to protect our workers and customers, in addition to safety training and precautions.
We stand behind our work and have a great reputation in town. Get in touch if you have any questions!
