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How To Find A Good roofer In The Orland Park Area
So you have decided that it is time to bring in a professional to roof your home. There are many things to consider when making this decision. Let’s dive right in… Steps to finding a good roofing company: 1. Check to make sure that they have a contractor’s license. 2. Get two or more references. 3. Ask how long they have been in business. 4. Get at least one other bid for the job to make sure they are not totally ripping you off. 6. Get flat rate estimates so you know the total you will pay beforehand. The best place to start asking about roofers is your family and friends. Other good sources of referrals include contractors, real estate agents and your local roofing supply store. Your city may even be able to provide a list of recommended roofing company’s who are familiar with the codes in your area. When asking for referrals, be sure to check the type of job the roofer was called in to accomplish. Also, determine if the roofer specializes in residential or commercial work. How to Hire Roofing Company: Think about the last time you purchased a car. Chances are you didn’t go to the yellow pages, choose a dealership at random, and buy your car from the first lot you visited. Many times, though, this scenario describes the way homeowners find a roofer — they look in the phone book and call the roofing company with the largest ad or the first one listed. But much like purchasing a car, finding a qualified roofer requires research and comparison shopping. Ask For a Quote Invite roofers to look at the job and ask for a quote in writing. In the quote also ask then to specify the time it will take to complete the job. Make sure the contractors are quoting on the same specifications. Execute a Contract Execute a contract specifying the work to be done, total cost, payment schedule, start date and estimated completion date. Make sure the contract includes the roofing materials. Make sure the contract specifies that the roofer is responsible for cleanup and the removal of debris. Things to Look For in a Qualified Roofer There are a number of qualifications which can set a professional roofer apart. • Insurance — Be sure that the prospective roofer you are considering is fully insured, having both workers’ compensation and liability insurance. Your selected roofing company should be able to provide you with a copy of his or her insurance policy. • Better Business Bureau — Contact your local Better Business Bureau to ascertain if any complaints have been filed against your potential candidate. • Use Angies List www.angieslist.com to see what others have to say about this person. If a roofer has good reviews on Angies List then it is a good bet they will do good work for you too. Safety Commitment Accidents can happen with almost any home improvement project. So ask your prospective candidate what steps he or she will take to prevent injuries and property damage. Again if a roofer is good at his work he or she will be able to answer this question with ease. They have attention to detail and are cognizant of this when working. Clean Up Ask the roofer how he or she intends to leave the work area once the job is completed. You don’t want to be cleaning up after a roofer for hours after they’ve left your home. Also, ask about disruption during the project. TIPS * Small business roofers will be much more affordable because their overhead is lower. * If it’s a big job, ask a number of roofers and discard the cheapest and most expensive options. The cheapest will have underestimated and will sting you for it later and the most expensive doesn’t really want your business, probably because they have work up to their eyeballs already. Watch this video about roof repair contractor
Part two –Arthur showing the solution to fixing the small holes. Please help to answer the question about roof repair contractorMy roof is a spray on white foam/insulation. What is the correct name for this type of roof?
I need to call around and find a contractor to repair my roof. I thought it might be a good idea to at least have the name of this type of roofing correct so I don't sound like too much of a mark. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
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May 10th, 2010 | by roofing contractor |
By john d on May 11, 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.
By spazzy_mcg on May 11, 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.
By magnetic_azimuth on May 11, 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.
By Blogger on May 11, 2010
I don’t know if you showed it but where you had to pop the old shingles up so you could get to the nails holding the ones you removed. did you reseal them with the caulk because usually if it’s an older roof they won’t reseal that well or at all causing a tab blow off.
By Wordpress on May 11, 2010
@coldsud17 That’s a great observation, and very important. Yes, in addition to sealing around the pipe collar (to prevent wind driven rain from being forced under the shingles on the slick metal surface of the pipe collar) with Geocel Tripolymer Sealant — I always put a “quarter size” application under old shingles that have been lifted up too.
Location of the Geocel is about one inch up from the bottom of the tab, right in the center.
Thanks!
-Bill T-
By perfecttiming1 on May 11, 2010
Most typically, it's a sprayed polyurethane foam system. Simple repairs can be made with a sealant, unless you need a section replaced.
By Joe v on May 11, 2010
There is ALWAYS someone who is willing to do the work and will do a good job. Typically this person does not advertise and works on referral. Continue to ask your neighbors and friends and local supply stores (not Home Depot) and you will come up with someone.
The insurance you speak of is typical and all licensed guys can provide this.
By Danny on May 11, 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.
By Free Blog on May 12, 2010
Thanks for replying, Johnny.
I understand the labor cost issues, but I’ve been called to repair pipe collars that have been repaired this way. It seems some roof repair guys don’t pay attention to where the flange integrates with the shingles (especially on the plastic units) and sometimes overlook issues like cracking, cracked shingles, etc.
Be careful out there; one “callback” would be a lot more expensive and damaging to your reputation than $50 to $100 for labor to replace the whole unit.
By WPBlog Shop on May 12, 2010
If it looks good and it doesn’t leak, it’s been done correctly. Time/labor is too expensive for me to do them this way, but it works! I have learned to peel the rubber boot off the aluminum, cut the o-ring off the bottom, then slid it down over the original cracked leaking boot. I can redo a whole house in under 5 minutes of being on the roof. That really cuts down on our labor costs/adds to the profit. And it still looks good and it doesn’t leak.
By Anonymous on May 12, 2010
Any ideas how I could fix the pipe collar on an electrical riser without disconnecting the power? The upper portion of the rubber has a BIG hole. I was thinking of cutting a collar at the bottom with tin snips and laying it on top of the old collar. Then maybe laying rubber from another collar under the split and using a tripolymer sealant. A roofer suggested filling the hole with MP-1 sealant. Otherwise we need an electrician.
By Anonymous on May 13, 2010
I wonder how long it actually takes them to fit a new one ?? Because i cant assume it takes 4 minuits ;D
By Anonymous on May 13, 2010
Thanks for the good words, Ponch. Yes, it can be a real hassle trying to find someone that can replace pipe collars on their roof correctly.
-Bill T-
By cool_yada_yada1 on May 13, 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.
By deedy66 on May 14, 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.
By Anonymous on May 14, 2010
You’ve done this before