Finding out your roof is leaking after a heavy spring storm rolling across Cleveland County is stressful enough without having to worry about who you are hiring to fix it. Every time severe weather hits Moore, out-of-town storm chasers flood the neighborhoods handing out flyers and knocking on doors with promises that sound too good to be true. If you want to protect your home and your wallet, you need a straightforward process for finding someone legitimate.
Questions You Need to Ask Every Roofer
Never take a contractor word for granted. You need to pin them down with specific questions before signing any paperwork. Ask them directly where their physical office is located. If they point to a magnetic sign on a truck or give you a post office box, that is a warning sign. You want a crew with local roots who will still be around next year if a roof leak pops up.
- Are you registered with the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board?
- Will you pull the required permits through the City of Moore for this job?
- Do you use subcontractors or your own trained employees?
- What specific warranty do you offer on both materials and workmanship?
What to Look for in a Real Quote
A sloppy estimate scribbled on a notepad or an overly vague price is useless. Moore Roofing Company believes in laying out every single cost so you know exactly what you are paying for with Roof Installation and Roof Repairs. A proper Roof Quote needs to break down the exact shingle brand, the underlayment type, flashing replacement details, and dumpster fees. If a quote just lists a single lump sum for roof repairs, run the other way. You also want to make sure the estimate accounts for replacing rotted decking, which is common on older homes around the older parts of Moore where the red clay soil keeps moisture high near foundations and affects overall framing ventilation.
Major Red Flags to Watch Out For
Some warning signs are impossible to miss once you know what to look for. If a contractor asks you to pay the entire cost of the project upfront, slam the door. Standard practice in Oklahoma is a reasonable deposit or payment due only upon completion of material delivery. Another massive red flag is the storm chaser offering to cover your insurance deductible. Letting a contractor waive your deductible is considered insurance fraud in our state, and it is not worth catching a felony over a few hundred bucks.
How to Verify They Are Legitimate
Checking up on a contractor takes less than five minutes, but most homeowners skip it. Jump online and check the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board database to ensure their roofing registration is active and current. Ask the contractor for a certificate of insurance, and call their insurance carrier directly to verify that both general liability and workers compensation policies are active. A legitimate local contractor will happily provide these documents without giving you the runaround.