Roof replacement is a sizable investment that should protect your home from the elements for years. To ensure you get the value you deserve, thoroughly vet any roofing contractor before hiring. The following questions will help you identify the right company for the job.

Questions to Ask Your Roofing Contractor

1. Do You Have Experience in My Area?

Verifying a local address and contact information helps to avoid the disaster of working with a ghost business, and working with a local pro means the contractor knows the best kind of roofing in your area. Knowing the roofing contractor has experience locally and a physical address means you won’t be left chasing down the owner or project manager to finish an incomplete job.

2. Can You Provide References?  

Talk to family, friends and neighbors and ask them for referrals. An experienced roofing contractor will be happy to provide multiple references to demonstrate the quality of their work. Find time to call references and ask about their experiences or visit homes where the roof was replaced by your contractor, using the following questions for guidance:

• Did the project timeline go according to schedule?

• How was communication before, during and after the job?

• Are you pleased with the quality of work?

• Did the crew clean the work site properly?

You can also check Google® or Facebook®  for more detailed reviews and ratings of the contractor.

3. Are You Licensed?

Your roofing contractor should be licensed for home improvement in the state. This certifies the contractor has sufficient knowledge of building codes and safety procedures. 

4. Do You Have Insurance?

Lastly, make sure to ask if the roofing contractor has workers comp and liability insurance, and don’t hire them without seeing documentation to prove this. Workers compensation protects you from being held responsible for medical bills if a worker is injured on the job and liability insurance allows you to recoup expenses for damage that may occur during the installation.

If you need a new roof or roofing repair in New Canaan, CT or surrounding areas, Prizio Roofing & Siding meets all the criteria of a quality contractor. These local roofers have more than 50 years of experience in the industry and a flawless record with BBB. You’ll communicate directly with the owner,  Jonathan Prizio, who prides himself on responsiveness and customer satisfaction. To learn more about their roofing services visit them online or call (203) 322-9009 to make an appointment.