Whenever you’re looking for professional roofers, it’s always a good idea to narrow down your list based on the estimate they will provide you. When we mean narrowing down your list by estimates, we don’t just mean sorting them according to the estimated cost of the project.
If you don’t see these things in an estimate, move on to the next offer.
Schedule
Roofing projects can take anywhere from a few hours to several weeks depending on how big they are. It’s important to make sure that your roofer has a clear estimate of the start and end dates of the project. Remember that until the project is over, your home is at the mercy of the elements, so you will want some certainty that your roof is ready by a certain date.
Cost Breakdown
Roofers will offer you varying estimated costs, but they should all be able to justify why they’re charging that much. More important than the total value is the actual breakdown of the cost. You need to know where your money is being spent so you don’t get caught off-guard by unexpected charges that were not listed in the initial offer.
Permits and Other Services
Roofing projects require more than labor and materials. Make sure that an estimate includes information about permits that have to be processed or extra services that they may include. A common example of miscellaneous services is cleanup, which could be handy since you can expect a lot of debris once the project is finished (especially if the project involves tearing down the old roof).
Licensing and Certification
Make sure you’re getting offers from roofers that you can actually trust. The best way to do this is to check if their roofing estimates include information about their licenses and certification. You want to look for two things: a roofing license (which proves that they’re qualified for the job) and a business license (which means they’re legally operating as a business). This way you’re less likely to fall victim to dishonest roofing companies like storm chasers.
Get comprehensive estimates from our team of roofing specialists. Goodrich Roofing is one of the most trusted roofers in New Mexico. Call us at (505) 219-4450, or fill out this contact form to request a free estimate.