Unlike a quick trip to a supermarket for a few groceries, shopping for the correct roofing contractor takes planning and understanding of the process. A roof repair or replacement is of paramount concern to a home and its contents. Before any selection of a roofing contractor is made, there should be a list of standards met. To get value, durability, and good service from start to finish, a contractor should have your complete trust.   Making the right choice is important in finding a roofer who will match your expectations and budget. Listed below is a checklist of items that should be met by all reputable MN roofing contractors.
  • The most important advice in selecting roofing contractors is to meet with multiple companies. If any concerns arise at your first meeting with a prospective contractor, the best thing you can do is to move on to interview the next one.  The goal is to have a worry-free process from beginning to end, and if your initial consultation makes you uncomfortable, that could be an indication of how the entire job will go.
  • Before getting into the heart of the project or signing any documents, it would be wise to check the contractor’s credentials. A reputable MN roofing company should be licensed properly and insured for the specific tasks at hand. This will ensure all local codes and permit requirements will be adhered to. A lack of the right insurance could leave the home owner will a large liability if any mishaps were to take place.
  • The next item to be tackled is the estimate. The estimate should be detailed, leaving you without questions. When considering a project of this magnitude, there should be short and long-term goals to consider. The obvious is a necessary repair to prevent further damage, but in the long run, a worry-free future of this job should be expected. The estimate should include options, such as type of materials, range of costs, and different types of construction possible.
  • At this point, you should ask for references. The references should be tuned toward the specific project and include contact information. And don't be shy about touching base with those references to see that they're legitimate.  It's not unexpected that you would physically check out the job as well.
  • Once a contractor is chosen, a written agreement should be signed by both parties. This contract should include or answer any questions that have come up during the process. This will be a legal and binding paper. Finally, do not pay up front for the entire job. A down payment will help the contractor to meet obligations and purchase materials, and a payment schedule for the balance should be included in the contract.
At Quarve Construction, our goal is that you will be proud to share our quality work with friends and family. After all, word-of-mouth is still our best advertising.  For over three decades we've been helping homeowners in the Minneapolis and St. Paul area keep a roof over their heads, and we've got lots of satisfied customers who say we're doing a great job.  And fear not those winter maladies, as Quarve is on the job all year round. We keep our crews busy even in the winter, so if problems with your roof come up, please give us a call.  If you'd like to check out our work, please visit our Pinterest site to check out some of our Twin Cities roofing installations: Our Asphalt Roof Projects and  Our Metal Roof Projects