Probably you don’t spend much of your time thinking about your roof but it’s important that you take your time to check on it every once in a while, many contractors and roofing companies will offer free inspections, take advantage on that so you can have peace of mind that the very thing that protects your family is working properly. Here are some tips to help you keep your roof working properly and choosing the right roofing company.
Do an inspection on your roof once a year
All roofs will have damage or tear over time. If you take the time to do an inspection you will be saving a lot of money on repairs later. If you know what to look for you can even do a simple inspection from the ground.
If you discover a leak during heavy rain, wait until it’s dry before trying to repair it.
It’s very dangerous to climb on a wet roof, it’s better to wait until it’s dry.
Regularly replace your shingles
If you realize that you are missing shingles or they are damaged, it’s important to replace them as soon as possible. Having your shingles inspected for signs of damage every once in a while it’s simple and will end up saving you money on potential repairs.
Make sure you mow the lawn before anybody works on your roof
This will help the workers be able to spot any nails or other sharp objects that may have fallen from your roof, this will prevent any injuries as you walk around. Contractors usually have magnetic nail finders to pick them out.
Don’t’ settle for the first bid you get
If the roofing company is being too pushy with you, you need to consider looking somewhere else because when you have signed the contract it’s very hard to get out.
Do research
Take your time to check several companies before you decide on which one to hire. Don’t’ settle for the first bid you get, check reviews, references and follow up on them. Another good way to check on someone’s reputation is to check BBB and look for any complaints they have filed against the contractor or their company.
Don’t just do a quick-fix
Financially you may think you are making a good decision, but you need to keep in mind that a quick fix will resolve the problem but you’re only putting a band-aid on it and you can be sure it will come back later and will be more expensive.
Your contractor has to have the proper credentials
Every state has different required credentials, so make sure your contractor has those credentials.
Your contractor needs to be insured
All roofing companies should have full liability insurance because this protects you if any injuries or accidents happen when they are working on your home.
For more information on how to keep your roof working properly and how what to look for in a roofing company call us today at 844-KEE-ROOF or simply fill out the form on this page and we will be in contact you as soon as possible.
