When looking to replace your roof or simply get a few repairs done, it is important to do a little research into the company you hire. We are not the only roofing company in the Flathead Valley and we are surely not the only roofing company who can do the job right! There is a perfect roofer for every homeowner and that is a good thing! Here are three things to prioritize when looking for a good roofing company in Montana.
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Licensed and Insured
Like all hired service professionals you welcome into your home, make sure your roofer has proper licensing and insurance! This can save you BIG should any issues arise. Ask if you can be listed as an ‘additional insured’ on their policy, this assures you can file a claim if for some reason they won’t. It is also very smart to make sure there is a signed contract that not only protects the roofing company, but the homeowner. Local licensing is important as well. Make sure the company is registered with the state and up to date on their paperwork.
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Local Experience
When looking for a roofer in Montana, it is important that the roofing company you hire is familiar with local building codes, weather conditions and common problems in this area. With recent hail and wind storms there has been an influx of storm chasers to the area; though these companies may appeal to the masses with low estimates and promise decent warranties, they often are nowhere to be found when a problem arises down the road. Cheaper is not always better. There are times it takes a local eye to spot a potential problem or catch a leak before it starts. Ice dams are common in Montana, having a local roofer can put you in a better position to alleviate and altogether avoid these issues. It is also nice to support local business, sharing a community likely means sharing the desire to support your fellow Montanan!
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Cost
Cost is a very big barrier for a lot of people when looking for a roofer. We’ve all heard, “I know someone who can do it cheaper,” and there is definitely something to be said for that! Just make sure the cheaper route is still a quality route. Replacing a roof once for $15,000 is still better than replacing it twice! Some companies are able to offer financing to help offset a one time sum into more reasonable monthly payments. Roofs can be expensive and with material prices still trending upwards a lot of this cost is coming from material. Make sure your estimate is broken down into line items to confirm the rate you are being quoted is similar to other estimates you’ve received. Another great question to ask is whether or not the ‘estimate’ will be similar to the actual invoice. There are times where there are change orders or rotten sheathing found, the roofing company you hire should always communicate these changes and findings before spending more of your money! There is a roofer for every budget.