Why do you want to hire a Preferred Vendor? Part I - Roofer

 

Why do you want to hire a Preferred Vendor? Part I - Roofer

How can you make sure you are hiring a qualified roofing contractor?  The National Roofing Contractors Association provides the following guidelines to help you be sure you are hiring a qualified professional.

 

A Permanent Place of Business-                                                                                                                                      Confirm that your contractor is well-established with a permanent place of business, telephone number, tax identification number, and business license.

 

Proof of Insurance-                                                                                                                                                                 Insist of seeing copies of the contractor’s liability and worker’s compensation coverage.  Make sure the coverage’s are in effect through the duration of the job, and that the liability coverage limits are adequate for your project.  If your contractor is not properly insured, you may be held liable for accidents that occur on your property. 

 

A proven track record-                                                                                                                                                             Look for a roofing contractor with a proven track record and a list of at least 1000 completed projects.  Call these clients to find out whether they were satisfied.

 

Licensed and bonded-                                                                                                                                                              Check to see if the roofing contractor is properly licensed.  The State of Arizona requires all roofing contractors to have a contractor’s license.  You can verify that a contractor has a current license by going to http://www.azroc.govin addition, some contractors are able to obtain bonding for surety companies, while others are not.

 

Financial stability-                                                                                                                                                                  Make sure the company is financially stable.  A professional roofing contractor can certify the financial strength of the company by providing a “bank letter” from its financial institution.

 

Written proposal-                                                                                                                                                                    Insist on a professional written proposal and examine it for complete descriptions of the work and specifications, including payment procedures.

 

Professional Credentials-                                                                                                                                                  Ask the contractor if his company is a member of the National Roofing Contractors Association and the Arizona Roofing Contractors Association.  Involvement in a professional organization enables a contractor to be better informed about the latest developments in the roofing industry so that he has the knowledge and resources to meet your needs.

 

Better Business Bureau Rating-                                                                                                                                           Check with the Better Business Bureau to receive their rating of the contractor and to see if complaints have been filed against the company you are considering doing business with.

 

Application Expertise-                                                                                                                                                             Ask the roofing contractor for a list of the roofing manufacturers with which they are approved applicators.  The installation of most roofing materials requires training and special application expertise to provide a quality roof system that will last.  Insist on having experienced, trained, professional craftsman install your new roof.

 

Project supervision-                                                                                                                                                                 Have the contractor explain his project supervision and quality control procedures.  Request the name and phone number of the personwho will be in charge of your project, how many workers will be required and the estimated amount of time needed to complete the job.

 

Warranties-                                                                                                                                                                     There are two categories of roofing warranties; the contractor’s warranty, which covers workmanship, and the roofing material manufacturer’s warranty.  Be sure the contractor offers a warranty that covers his workmanship, and will be in business in the future to back up his warranty.  A manufacturer’s warranty alone will not protect you if the roof is improperly installed.  Carefully read and understand any roofing warranty offered and be aware of provisions that would void it.

 

Consider all factors-                                                                                                                                                             Carefully consider all factors when selecting a roofing contractor.  Keep a healthy skepticism about the lowest bid and those that are considerably lower than the others for the same work.  If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.  A very low bid may seem attractive, however often a contractor offer such a low bid in uninsured or performs substandard work.  Remember, price is only one of the criteria for selecting a roofing contractor.  Professionalism, experience and quality workmanship should also weigh heavily in your decision.

 

 

FOR ALL OF THE REASONS LISTED ABOVE, THE SHANNA DAY TEAM'S PREFERRED VENDOR IS:  TRUE-BUILT CONTRUCTION. 

 

Why Choose True-Built Construction:

 

• Licensed General Contractor and Roofing Contractor- we can help with all of your construction needs.

 

• Fully insured- we carry 2 million dollars in general liability coverage for your protection.

 

• Qualified contractor carrying current licenses with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors.

 

ARCA members.

 

• Our employees are fully covered by our workers compensation policy.

 

• Carry a current bond.

 

• Better Business Bureau Rating – “A”

 

• We use the best material, and understand that cutting corners by using cheap material in the long run causes problems and costs money for everyone involved.  We are certified with Owens Corning and many other roofing material distributors.

 

• We install material properly- we know that even the best materials installed improperly leads to problems down the road.

 

• We provide an excellent 5 year labor warranty.

 

• Your satisfaction is guaranteed- we won’t collect any money until you are completely happy.

 

• We have the experience and knowledge necessary to complete your job correctly.  Our mission statement is “Exceeding Expectations” and hope to be able to exceed your expectations for your next project. 

CONTACT: 

Weston Farnes
Westonfarnes@msn.com
Info@windwaterfirerestorationaz.com
480-734-3641 direct
480-247-9887 fax
Www.windwaterfirerestorationaz.com
Roc#253807

 

True-Built Construction is definitely my go-to roofing contractors because they know everything from high end to low end and they treat every one of my clients with the same amount of respect, fair pricing, and timeliness. I appreciate their prompt response to every request!

 

~Shanna Day, Realtor, Mega Team Leader, Keller Williams Realty East Valley