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Questions to Ask When Choosing Metal Roofing Suppliers

Metal Roofing Suppliers | Piedmont RoofingMetal roofs provide a range of benefits for both homeowners and the owners of commercial property. However, in order to fully gain these benefits, you must work with a reputable metal roofing company that will do the job safely and properly. There are a number of questions you can ask these metal roofing suppliers to make sure your chosen contractor will do good work.

You want to make sure that you ask the metal roofing suppliers a wide variety of questions. Your roof is an important aspect of your house, and you must ensure metal roofing suppliers can succeed.

 

Qualifications

  • Can the prospective metal roofing suppliers provide you with detailed plans for the proposed job?

 

  • Does the company have the highest available certification for roofing work performed in your state.

Safety

  • Does the contractor carry insurance and workman’s compensation specifically geared to roofing companies? Will the contractor provide you with documented proof verified by the issuing insurance agency?

 

  • Can the company provide you with a detailed history of its on-the-job safety record?

 

  • Will the contractor provide you with verifiable references obtained from previous customers?

 

  • Can the company provide you with a list of metal roofing distributors and manufacturers they have worked with in the past?

Scheduling & Training

 

  • Will the company rely on subcontractors to complete roof installation?

 

  • How well-trained are the workers responsible for performing the installation work?

Materials

  • What types of roofing materials (zinc, copper, etc.) does the company offer its customers?

 

  • Will the contractor provide you with a written warranty that covers the quality of the work performed?

 

  • Can the contractor provide you with the manufacturer’s specifications for the roofing material and method in use?

 

  • Will a supervisor personally oversee the work performed on your roof?

 

A reputable metal roofing company will promptly answer all of these questions and take steps to address any concerns you may raise. An unwillingness to answer your questions or respond to your concerns may be a sign for you to switch your focus and choose another contractor for your project.