Choosing the right roofing company is like choosing the right house or car. If you choose the wrong company, you can end up with difficulties and problems. Quality and reliability are the two primary factors to look for. It's also important to find a contractor who knows the area and knows how the climate and environment react to roofing work.
Finding a good roofing company
Word of mouth has been and probably always will be the best way to find the best roofing company in your area. Be sure to ask about the quality of the work, the cost, how long it took to complete, and other information that friends and neighbors can provide.
The Internet is full of information about roofing companies. Use it to find a few companies that look promising first. Next, look at their websites to see exactly what services they offer (not all companies can do the work you need), check out customer reviews and testimonials, and look at photos of previous work. Next, use the names of these companies in a search engine to get more reviews and information. Make sure you read more than a dozen reviews, as only a handful don't tell the whole story. Also keep in mind that one or two bad reviews are inevitable, as some customers just can't be satisfied. Finally, connect businesses to the Better Business Bureau website to make sure they have a good rating.
Ask hardware stores and home improvement stores for information about companies that employees know. Local businesses often shop locally, so these types of stores should have information about the best and worst roofing companies in the area.
Be sure to gather information from at least three companies before soliciting bids and quotes so that all three can be compared. Once you have compared, choose the one that best fits the needs of your house and your customer.
Evaluating the company: there are a few things that will tell a person that the company they are looking at is likely to be a good company. Of course, there are always exceptions, but if a company has the following things, there is a really good chance that their work is excellent and their company is trustworthy and reputable. All quality and reliable Oakville roofing company can offer:
References from other local customers
Roofing credentials
General liability insurance
Written labor warranties
Business license
Workers' compensation insurance
Written manufacturer warranties
