Know What You’re Looking For in a New Roof (and a Roofer)
<p></p> <img src="https://dcr-apis.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp_contents/uploads/DCR-ADMIN/Article_Webp/Atticare-Construction-middle-roof-scaled.webp" alt="undefined" style="height: ;width: "/> <p></p> <p>Whether over the phone or in person, it’s best to be prepared for your interview with a roofing contractor.</p> <p>Think carefully about your project, the type of roof you want and what you’re looking for in a roofing company. Some homeowners find it helpful to write down questions and keep a file of ideas and samples. This allows them to present clear expectations to the roofing contractors they interview.</p> <p>Here are a few questions to ask yourself about the type of roof and roofer you’re looking for:</p> <ul> <li>Do I need a new roof or roof repairs?</li> <li>What is my budget for roofing repairs and reroofing?</li> <li>Is there a specific roof color or roofing material I’m interested in?</li> <li>Are there any details that may make my roofing project more complicated (i.e. a steep roof, multiple dormers, a narrow driveway that may be a problem for supply trucks, a short time frame in which I need my new roof or roof repairs completed)?</li> <li>What characteristics and qualities do I want in a roofing contractor? These may include timeliness, reliable follow-up services, emergency roofing repair services, good communication skills, etc.</li> <li>Do I want a Diamond Certified roofing company that’s top rated and backed by the <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/performance-guarantee/" target="_self">Diamond Certified Performance Guarantee</a>? </li> </ul> <p><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/" target="_self">Use Diamond Certified Resource to find top rated companies.</a></p> <p><strong>Local, Top Rated Diamond Certified Companies Related to Your Topic</strong><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/marin-roofing/" target="_self">Marin County Roofing Contractors</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/san-francisco-roofing/" target="_self">San Francisco Roofing Contractors</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/santa-clara-roofing/" target="_self">Santa Clara County Roofing Contractors</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/contra-costa-roofing/" target="_self">Contra Costa County Roofing Contractors</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/monterey-roofing/" target="_self">Monterey County Roofing Contractors</a> </p> <p><strong>Related Articles</strong><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/Guide/Roofing-Gutters/" target="_self">The Homeowner's Guide to Roofing & Gutters</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/find-expert-advice/" target="_self">Get Expert Advice From Owners of Top Rated</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/find-expert-advice/" target="_self">Local Companies</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/membership/" target="_self">Become a Diamond Certified Preferred Member (Always Free)</a> </p>
