Hiring a Roofer in Ohio: What to Check
Ohio's Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses HVAC, plumbing, electrical, hydronics and refrigeration contractors, but not roofers. That puts more of the checking on you.
Request a rooferInsurance
Ask for proof of general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage. Roofing is risky work, and you don't want an injury on your property to become your problem.
Local registration and permits
Some cities require contractors to register, and many require a permit for re-roofing. Check with your city's building department and ask who will pull the permit.
Written quotes
Ask for a written quote that names the shingle brand and line, underlayment, flashing, ventilation, how rotted decking is priced and how debris is removed.
Warranties
There are usually two: the manufacturer's warranty on materials and the roofer's warranty on workmanship. Ask how long each lasts and whether registration is needed.
Red flags
Pressure to sign the same day, large cash deposits, no local address, or offers to cover your insurance deductible.
Get started
Send a request with your roof's age and the problem, and a roofer will get in touch.
Before work starts
Agree on a start date, what happens if bad weather delays the job, and how payment is staged. Keep a copy of the signed contract, the permit and the warranty papers together with your house records.
Questions worth asking
How long have you worked in the Dayton area? Will you tear off or overlay, and why? How do you handle rotted decking? Who is my contact during the job? How will you protect landscaping and clean up nails?
Comparing quotes
Line quotes up item by item. One that looks cheaper may leave out ice-and-water membrane, new flashing or decking repairs, which then show up as extras once the old roof is off.
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