A lot can go wrong where roofing labor is involved.
For example, some crews blatantly roof over rotten wood - simply to save time in their own best interest!
Crews get paid a fixed amount by contractors to provide labor. Wood rot represents an extra day or more of work, chipping into the crew leader’s profits. An unethical crew will cover compromised wood before you see it, leaving you holding the bag.
Out of sight, out of mind? Not for you!
Down the road, you’ll pay again! When you try to sell your home, a potential buyer’s home inspector will locate the shortcut!
Getting it right the first time will save you money.
Here are a few scenarios where we can offer you protection.
- Unqualified Labor: Roofing companies typically use subcontractors to complete their jobs, rather than hiring individual employees. Many of these crews are composed of workers of varying skill levels and backgrounds. Sometimes, language barriers contribute to communication issues on these crews. Among these workers, we often note an inconsistent regard for structural integrity or aesthetics that are inline with U.S. building standards.
- Substitution of Materials: It is not uncommon for contractors to promise one thing and deliver another. When this happens, it’s typically a savings for the roofing company and a shortfall for the homeowner. We will make sure you are getting what you are paying for by keeping a close watch on materials being installed.
- Workers Compensation: Your world can be turned upside down if a contractor doesn't have his labor force properly covered by workers compensation insurance. When an accident occurs, the injured party will hire an attorney immediately and the contingency fee-based attorney will conjoin you as a defendant for not properly vetting your choice of contractors. Protect yourself! We will vet your contractor for proper licensure and workers comp insurance.
- Contractor Reputation: Never rely on online reviews. Many are self-generated by the company, and bad reviews can be faked by competition or disgruntled ex-employees. Our local inspectors know who the good contractors are and what contractors to avoid. If you’re yet to hire a roofer, now is the perfect time to reach out to use. Let us help in your hiring decisions, and worry less about the whole project.