Whether you own or manage a commercial building, maintaining the property's roof should be a top concern. When the time comes for a roof to be repaired or replaced, there's usually a plethora of professional roofers to choose from in any given area. Property owners and managers should use the right criteria to help them narrow down their decision. Here's a few tips on how to pick the best roofing contractor for your project.

4 Tips on Picking the Right Roofing Contractor

1. Licensed 

One of the first qualifications you should be looking for in any roofer is licensure. A proper license demonstrates that the roofer is an experienced professional. Without it, it's impossible to know for sure if they're able to deliver professional workmanship. 

2. Insured

Likewise, insurance is absolutely critical to any legitimate roofing contractor. Accidents can and do happen on the job, and homeowners want to have confidence that any unintentional damage to their property will be compensated for. 

3. Reviews & Reputation

In an era where small businesses are constantly being reviewed on websites like Angie's List®, Google Reviews, and Yelp, there's no reason people shouldn't take advantage of all this first-hand experience. Conduct online research on potential roofing contractors to get a broad sense of overall client satisfaction. 

4. Referrals

To complement online reviews, ask potential roofers for references—that is, past clients they've done work for who will speak to their ability. These references will offer you a depth and level of detail that online reviews sometimes lack and can give you a better sense of whether the roofer is the right professional for the particular project you have in mind.

 

Taylor Roofing in Belleville, IL, is among the most trusted roofing contractors in the St. Louis metropolitan area. The roofing company has been a community fixture since 1905 when the company first started repairing and replacing residential and commercial roofs in the area, and they remain the top choice for commercial and industrial roofing projects. Visit the team's website to learn more about their wide range of services, including roof maintenance and emergency roof repairs, or call directly at (618) 233-2424.