Choosing Excellence: How to Choose a Roofer for Your Home

Are you not sure how to find a good roofer? Don’t know how to hire a roofer in the first place? We understand that getting your residential roof repaired, replaced, or installed can be expensive – and when there’s a hefty price point, you want to know you’re not missing any opportunities to get the best roof possible.

It’s easy to put off getting your roof worked on. There are always reasons to put it off a few days longer – but every bit of rain is another opportunity for the water to sneak inside your building and cause structural damage. After you’ve gotten a good idea of how to find a good roofer, call us and put it to the test!

Hire Local for More Trust!

Supporting a local business isn’t just a kind thing. It’s the right way to ensure you get commitment to the best-looking and longest-lasting roof! Word-of-mouth suggestions and advice are great ways to get insights into the local residential roofing scene. From local social media groups to online reviews, you can get honest recommendations from real people!

You might be tentative about taking suggestions from strangers on the internet, but these online community groups are built by and for people like you! If you don’t want to put yourself out there, simply look through Google reviews and other pages, and you can also fill in the blanks.

Look for Licensed Roofing Professionals

Always ensure that any potential roofer you are considering is insured and licensed! Lack of insurance means that you, as the homeowner, will be liable if a roofer falls off or is injured during their work. This responsibility makes sense since they wouldn’t be there without you hiring them, but it puts you in a financially risky position.

Roofers with their insurance will take that financial risk off of your home insurance and onto their own working insurance. While on-the-job injuries should never be expected, it’s an excellent sign of quality roofing when the company covers its bases like this.

Trust in Certification

Certifications come in many forms from many institutions. While not all certifications carry the same weight, it’s a good sign when your roofing company carries some kind of proof that they invest in their own education and professional knowledge.

For instance, we at Green Rhino carry the GAF Master Elite Certification. GAF is one of the leading manufacturers of roofing materials, and only trust their best craftsmanship with certified residential roofers. The Master Elite Certification is of the highest level provided and lets us give you the highest-quality warranties and products.

Compare Pricing Options

When you have found a few potential roofing companies, ask for quotes. Most roofing companies will provide their cost estimates without charge. Once you have a few options, you can compare the options they give you.

Give yourself the time to compare and contrast what each contractor will charge. The most expensive option isn’t always the best, and the cheapest option isn’t always the worst. This comparison should help you narrow down your choice but can help inform and contextualize the reviews and research you’ve already done.

Ask if There Are Financing Options

You should always ask for some financing options. Financing companies require high competency from any roofing company they work with, so a roofing company with financing options is very likely a high-quality institution. This option ensures you have even more opportunities to invest in a high-quality roof installation!

It’s not necessarily a ‘red flag’ if your roofer doesn’t offer these options. Still, when you are searching for a roofer, this can be a standout opportunity to ask more questions about the options you will have available to you.

Consider Professionalism and Communication

When you call and chat with your potential roofers, make notes on their professionalism and communication style. You might find yourself wishing they were more friendly and cordial – or maybe you want to be more buttoned-up.

This point can be a bit personal to your taste, but you’ll be happier working with someone who can meet your expectations of ‘good’ roofer behavior. This preference often trickles down to the roofers who will be on your roof – a professional and respectful contractor will tend to work with roofers who are the same.

Trust Your Gut

When in doubt, trust your instincts! You might not be aware, but sometimes your instincts can take in all the information you’ve been pouring over and let you decide based on feeling.

Make sure you try all our suggestions and take in all of the information you have available to you. After you’ve listed the essential considerations and given them all your thoughts, simply taking a step back and saying how you feel can help settle your mind.

Make Green Rhino Your First Choice for Roofing Services!

If you’re still unsure how to choose a roofer, come to us! We will get you started with a full discussion of your roofing needs and how we would address them. We know how to find a good roofer, so we’ll make sure you have a good list of questions and options available to start your journey. We trust that we will be a standout option for you to choose!

Now that you know how to hire a roofer, take the first step toward protecting your home from the elements for years to come! Call us at (570) 901-1334  to get your first and best offer!