Atlanta Roof Repair – Knowing What to Ask

Atlanta Roof Repair - Knowing What to Ask

As your commercial or industrial building ages, roof maintenance becomes one of the most crucial components. Too many companies make the mistake of ignoring roof problems until it is too late. Leaks and failures can cause major damage to equipment, inventory, and facilities. Water damage costs can be overwhelming but more importantly can cause delays in production and delivery of your products or services.

With so many contractors to choose from, how do you find the right Atlanta roof repair company to take care of your building investment? The answer is research. Don’t let the price alone sway your decision making process. A few hours worth of investigative work can save you years of headaches that will inevitably come from a poor quality roof installation or repair.

Do Your Homework

Is the contractor licensed? Many states require roofing contractors hold a license that certifies them in their trade. Check with local building code enforcement professionals to verify that your choice of contractors holds a license in good standing if required by your state. Does the contractor carry general liability and worker’s compensation insurance? If the contractor does not carry the proper insurance, you could be liable for any accident that occurs while working on your property. Have the contractor provide a copy of their insurance certificates and check with the insurance company to verify the policies are active.

Will the contractor conduct a full roof inspection and provide a written estimate? Any responsible roofing contractor will perform a full visual roof inspection and document his findings. This should include roof related trouble spots as well as other potential sources of leaks or problems (roof mounted equipment, HVAC penetrations). Many contractors may also choose to include items such as a roof drawing, core samples, and roof condition photos in their report. Subsequently, the contractor should provide a written estimate that includes the price for all proposed work, the cost for any additional work that may have to be performed, and the clean up of all roof related debris from your property.

Is the contractor willing to provide a meaningful warranty on their service? Ask to see the roofing product manufacturer’s warranty and make sure you fully understand how it is enforced. Is the cost of replacement of the product pro-rated over the life of the roof? Is the replacement labor an additional cost to you?

Check References

Once you have verified licensing, insurance, warranty, and price, the best way to ensure that you are working with the right commercial roofing contractor is to speak with their previous customers. Ask the contractor for a list of references that would be willing to talk to you about their services. The more people you contact, the clearer the overall picture will be. Be sure to ask questions about service after the completion of the project. You can also ask for a list of current projects to see some of the contractor’s work in progress. This will give you an idea of their quality, professionalism, and cleanliness while on the job.

By spending the time to research your options, you can be confident in your choice of roofing contractors. You will know that you received the best value, and purchased a quality product from a company that stands behind its work.

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About Author

Harold Bolt is a commercial roof expert that specializes in single-ply roofing systems and roof coating systems.

If you are in the Atlanta area and need commercial or industrial roof installation, repair, or preventative maintenance services, please visit B & L General Contractors.




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7 Responses to “Atlanta Roof Repair – Knowing What to Ask”

  1. By john d on Mar 23, 2010

    i would think if you had damage to your roof that would be covered by insurance you would have already contacted your insurance company. the contractor can look at the roof, assess the damage and give an estimate. filing a claim is your responsibiity (if it's your house). in most cases, repairs from general wear and tear are not covered by homeowners insurance. contact your insurance company yourself to find out if the repairs will be covered before committing to anything with a contractor.

  2. By spazzy_mcg on Mar 23, 2010

    Since you are a Yahoo user, why not try the Yahoo Yellow Pages:

    http://yp.yahoo.com/

    Check out any prospective contractors references and ask for a certificate of insurance proving that they carry liability and workers compensation insurance. Do not give your contractor a large downpayment … no more than 10%, with the balance due upon completion.

    Good luck with your search.

  3. By Auto Loan Finance on Mar 23, 2010

    Thanks for the excellent information! Very nice.

  4. By deedy66 on Mar 25, 2010

    Contact the "Contractor's State License Board". The board will investigate a complaint such as this. Obviously, the work wasn't done properly or there would be no leak ! The contract should be for a "scope of work". That would make the contractor liable. He cannot deny responsibility if the roofer was paid by him.

  5. By cool_yada_yada1 on Mar 26, 2010

    Go ahead…it started what? leaking again. You could go up into the attic (loft) and look for the dripping while a friend uses a hose on the roof. Because it was roofed doesn't mean it was roofed right.
    Call the contractor back and let him know right away.

  6. By magnetic_azimuth on Mar 26, 2010

    I think brother deserves a huge hug and a thank you from sis! He was taking care of his sister because most of these guys will not do that! Oh, there might be a couple but I sure as heck haven't found them.

  7. By Danny on Mar 27, 2010

    The drip edge should match the fascia and soffit. It's available in all of the colors that the F&S come in, so there's no excuse for not using it. White drip edge with brown fascia looks terrible, as you can see. Hope this helps.

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