Knowledge
There is no argument in that you should hire knowledgeable and competent roofing contractors. This is the only way to get quality roofing solutions. Experienced and qualified contractors will give you the advice you need and will explain the procedure in detail. They will as well make sure that your roof is durable and will not leak.
Set a Meeting
Before hiring the roofer or any other service provider for that matter, call them for a meeting. Listen to their explanations and ideas carefully. Ask about their qualifications and any other thing you might want to know about them. Understand them well and choose the one who meets all your needs and makes you comfortable.
Experience
How long has the contractor been in the field practicing? In addition to that, you should ask the kind of training they have gone through. Compare the contractors you have with the information provided by each. The best results will be achieved by someone who has been in the field for long. The longer they have been in the area, the more experience they have and hence more skills.
Insurance
Roofing involves heights and lifting of heavy stuff. We can say that it is a risky job. A reputable roofing contractor will have an insurance cover taking the liability of its workers and damages to third parties. Just to be sure, you can request the roofer to give you the names and address of the insurance company they are using. Making sure that their premiums are up to date is important.
References
Another way of finding out if the contractor is competent is asking for their recommendations. What their previous and current customers say about them is key. You will have made the right choice if previous customers are happy with them.
Guarantee
Does the company offer warranties or guarantee? A good company should be willing to offer happy guarantees. They should be willing to take care of anything the customer is not pleased with for free. Do they take care of the repairs themselves or do they hire another company to deal with your dissatisfaction?
Sign a Contract
After you have made your selection, it is important to sign a contract. Important details like the time frame of the contract, working hours, work schedules and site cleaning. Even the smallest details should be included in the contract and signed by both parties. All the materials used and the cost of each should be included in the contract as well.