Century Roof and Solar Inc. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kind of insurance does Century Roof and Solar carry?
A: "We have general liability insurance with an A15-rated carrier, plus critical coverage endorsements. We also carry commercial auto insurance and workers’ compensation."
Q: When should I get a new roof?
A: "Many customers call us to do an assessment of whether preventive work is necessary. Fixing potential problems before any actual damage is done is a wise thing to do. If you don’t need repairs immediately, a professional roofer can give you a good assessment of how much life is left in your roof, so you can start budgeting for a replacement down the road."
Q: Should I tear off my existing roof?
A: "Generally, yes. Removing the existing roof gives us a chance to assess and abate any damage that’s been done, like from termites or dry rot."
Q: Will my house take the weight of a new roof?
A: "We won’t install a roof that’s too heavy for the building. For most houses built after 1955, which have stricter building codes in terms of loading tolerance, we use lightweight roofing tile instead of heavier asphalt shingle."
Q: Do you do slate roofs?
A: "Yes."
Q: Do you do metal roofs?
A: "Generally, no. While there are places where a metal roof might be appropriate, it’s not really considered a professional roofing product. If you look at any track home development or professionally built home, you won’t find metal roofs on any of them. Metal roofs are marketed to individual homeowners as a low-cost replacement roof, but they’re usually inadequate for the job."
Q: How do I know if it’s worth it to get solar panels?
A: "If your electrical bill averages more than $150 per month, you’re a good candidate for a solar system. If your bill is below that, you probably won’t get a return on your investment."
Q: Do I need a new roof before installing solar panels?
A: "Not necessarily, but you should make sure the roof has at least 10 years of life left before installing solar panels. Otherwise, you’ll be doing the work again in just a few years, and that’ll affect the return on your investment."
Q: Do you provide financing?Yes, we provide financing through Bener Bank. We offer home improvement loans up to $55,000, as well as
A: "Yes, we provide financing through Bener Bank. We offer home improvement loans up to $55,000, as well as no-interest, six-month and 12-month same-as-cash programs."