How to Buy a Home Roof Replacement

Putting on a new roof is best left to an experienced and reputable roofing contractor

Installing a new roof on your house is usually beyond the skills of most do-it-yourselfers. The alternative is hiring a contractor to do the work. When choosing a roofing company, you should always consider certain factors.

Hire Only a Licensed and Insured Company

Make sure the roofing contractor is licensed in your state to do the kind of work that needs to be done. Also, ask to see the company's certificates of insurance and proof that its liability and workers compensation insurance policies are in effect.

Check with the Better Business Bureau

Contact your local affiliate of the Better Business Bureau and check whether the roofing company has been the subject of any complaints or litigation filed by customers or consumer organizations.

Ask for Customer References

Request the roofing contractor to provide contact information for references from at least three past customers. Call the references and inquire whether they were satisfied with the work performed by the company. Ask the references and whether they would hire that roofing contractor again.

References

• Maintenance Matters: Schedule a Professional Roof Inspection