Top 10 Things to Look for in a Quality Roofing Company

Every year thousands of homeowners get cheated by unqualified and dishonest contractors that they hire to complete their particular home project. So finding a roofing contractor that can handle your residential roofing project is one thing. Finding a roofing company that is honest and operates with integrity is another. It’s one of the toughest processes you go through when it comes to replacing or repairing your roof.

This guide will help you know what the best criteria is to find the most reputable roofing contractors that will take care of your roof project and professionally. Use this to help you find any other service company you may need in the future as well.

Here you go!

1.Locally Owned and Operated-‐ Make sure the roofing company has a physical presence and history in your city/ state. Often times roofers will travel out of state (storm chasers) to a known hail storm area. They may not be licensed in your state to replace roofs or back up their warranties once they leave the area.

2. Licensed in Your State-‐ Being licensed ensures that the roofing company has met the requirements for that state to properly install your roof. Some states don’t require a roofing company to be licensed. This means that they could have just recently become a roofing company without the experience required to properly replace your roof.

3. Experience-‐ Having experience in the roofing industry is crucial. They will be familiar with all of the local codes and methods of construction. This also allows roofing companies to develop long relationships with the best trades in the industry in order to provide you with the best quality job done right the first time. 10 or more years experience is a definite plus.

4. Warranties-‐ Most solid roofing companies provide a workmanship warranty. Usually it’s a minimum of a 1-year warranty that states if anything goes wrong on your roof due to faulty workmanship, they will fix it for free within the first year. Look for a company that has 1 year warranty or longer and beware if they don’t provide one at all.

5. Preferred Vendor-‐ Some roofing companies have a higher status in the roofing industry due to their ethics, customer service and business practices. They can obtain these with manufacturers like Owens Corning, GAF as wells as others. Ask for their level of status with these suppliers. They are typically members of various roofing organizations as well.

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6. Insurance Claim Specialist-‐ Working smoothly with insurance companies is a must. Sometimes there are unexpected issues that arise during your project. A great roofing company will be able to ensure you get everything you need filed under your roof hail claim even if something unforeseen happens after your initial claim.

7. Properly Insured-‐ A $1-$2M General Liability insurance (GL) and Worker’s Comp are coverages that can protect you from a variety of claims including bodily injury, property damage, personal injury and others that can arise from business operations. All companies should have GL while others also have worker’s compensation (if required by their state) or have their trades supply it. Ask to see a copy of the GL before signing the contract..

8. Contractor Skills-‐ Many insurance claims require a variety of trades to complete the scope of work. Having additional contractor skills usually ensures that they know construction and will be able to apply that knowledge to completing the items in the insurance estimate. They also will have a long list of qualified sub contractors to do the work.

9. References-‐ Check to see their rating on the BBB, Angie’s List, Google and other social media sites like Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn. Ask to see if they have reference letters as well.

10. Trustworthy-‐ Make sure that they do not use high-‐pressure tactics to make you sign a contract first without the support of proper documentation mentioned above. Make sure they have a defined outline of how they go to business with you. Once they have proven this, go with your gut.

Klaus Roofing’s Information to the:
Top 10 Things To Look For In A Quality Roofing Company

1. Locally Owned an Operated-‐ Yes! Right here in beautiful Colorado Springs, CO.

2. Licensed in Your State-‐ Yes! We are licensed with the PPRBD. D1 Roofing License #21388.

3. Experience-‐ Yes! Over 24 years combined experience in the Home Improvement and Roofing Industry.

4. Warranties-‐ Yes! 1 to 50 Year Workmanship Warranties.

5. Preferred Vendor-‐ Yes! Klaus Roofing works closely with several nationally know companies like Owens Corning, GAF and Angies List.

6. Insurance Claim Specialist-‐ Yes! We work closely with all insurance companies so that your insurance claim will go as smoothly as possible. Companies like USAA, Farmers, State Farm and Liberty Mutual just to name a few.

7. Properly Insured-‐ Yes! $1M-2M General Liability Insurance with Starlight Insurance Inc. and Colony Insurance.Ask for a copy.

8. Contractor Skills-‐ Yes! We have Contractor skills and can complete all items on your insurance claim like Window Replacements, Full House Painting, Gutter & Downspout Replacement, Deck/ Fence/ Window Screen/ Stucco Repair.

9. References-‐ Yes! We have 100% and A+ ratings on the BBB, Angie’s List, Google, PPRBD, with many satisfied customers, and reference letters upon request.

10. Trustworthy-‐ Yes! No high-‐pressure sales. Due to years of being in the Home Improvement Industry, we have all documentation to help you feel comfortable with choosing Klaus Roofing.

If you are looking for a trustworthy A+ rand 5 star rated roofing company in Colorado Springs, CO that provides professional roof inspections, roof replacements, roof certifications and roof repairs, call 719-748-6364 or visit us Klaus Roofing.