Questions to Ask Your Roofer

When searching for the right Marietta roofing company for your home, it is hard to even know where to start. Once you've contacted a few roofing companies, here are a list of good questions to

ask them.

1. What is the full name and address of the roofing company?

A local company with a street address office nearby is a good way of making sure you are taken care of promptly. Beware of roofers unable to provide more than a PO Box address.

2. Does the company carry insurance?

In particular, workers compensation and liability insurance. If a worker is hurt and the roofing contractor does not have insurance the home owner can be liable. A reputable roofer will not be offended if you ask to have current certificates sent to you.

3. Is the company a licensed roofing contractor?

Georgia does not require a roofer to be licensed, but it is a sign of a good roofing company.

4. Can you provide a list of former customers as references?

Having happy customers is important for any service company. And, if customers are happy, they are willing to share their stories. We provide a list of references on our website, but it is worth asking any roofing company, if you are seriously considering them.

5. Is payment upon completion? Is there a deposit before the project begins, how much is the deposit?

This question is pretty self explanatory, but you want no surprises!

6. Will you furnish me with a written contract including payment instructions and total price?

Do not rely on a verbal contract. Make sure you get a total price, in writing.

7. Will you furnish me with a guarantee and manufacturer's warranty?

A Marietta Roofing Company will provide both a labor & parts warranty. Make sure to discuss this before the installation starts. You want to make sure you are covered in case anything goes wrong.

8. In the event that your equipment damages my property, who is liable?

You don't want any unexpected costs. Make sure the roofing company is planning to be careful, but expecting them to cover any damage done to your property.

9. Who will haul away the old roofing materials and/or project waste?

Make sure the roofing company will supply a dumpster and have the waste hauled off. You do not want a mess left behind with your new roof.

As with any big purchase, make sure you are satisfied. Do not pay your Marietta roofing company in full until the job is complete and you have inspected the roof.