Finding a reputable roofer can be quite difficult, but if you have a damaged roof from a recent storm, you can’t afford to sit around and wait for the right contractor to show up.

You need to find a reputable roofer right away. Your home is your largest investment and you need to protect your investment with a quality roof that will last a long time.

Here are some tips to help you find the right roofer to help save you some time and headaches.

1. Meet with the roofer in person. Make sure he is the one that will be doing the job, and he’s not just a salesman.

2. Ask for a free estimate.  A reputable roofer will offer free estimates.

3. Make sure when the estimate is done, the roofer actually gets on your roof and inspects the damage himself. You wouldn’t believe how many unscrupulous roofing companies don’t even bother to get on your roof! If they don’t personally get up on your roof, thank them for their time and go on to the next roofer.

4. Ask for referrals and contact them. You want several people to talk to that will tell you what they think of the roofing job this roofer did for them. It’s a good idea to ask for recent referrals; jobs that have been completed within the past 3 – 6 months. A happy customer from 3 years ago isn’t as significant or relevant as one that was done a month ago.

5. Check their credentials. Make sure the roofer is licensed, bonded and insured.

6. Gather at least 3 – 5 bids before making your decision. Don’t go with the highest bid, and perhaps more importantly, don’t go with the lowest bid, either.

7. Check with friends, family and associates that have had their roof replaced recently and ask them about their experience; who their roofer was, how long the job took, how happy they are with the results, and any other information they would consider helpful to you in finding a reputable roofer.

By following these tips, you’ll have that damaged roof repaired or replaced the right way the first time with great quality materials and workmanship. It will save you the headaches of having to find another roofer to fix a job poorly done.

If you’re in the upstate of SC, Upstate Roofing Specialist does a great job at reasonable prices. They will even help you with filing your insurance claim that could actually help save you a lot of money.

Make sure you find a reputable roofer.