Buying a Roof: Start at the Beginning.
Let’s start at the Beginning: The Roofing Appointment.
Let’s start at the Beginning: The Roofing Appointment.
The new trend (which is an old trend revived) is going into neighborhoods and canvassing homeowners for roofing appointments. This is an aggressive way to find customers and often involves misinformation and predatory practices. If your not sure you need a new roof, call a professional roofing contractor and set an appointment to have them inspect your roof and roofing material. This will often involve a ladder and a roof top examination and not just a quick glance from the street. The roofing pro may also want to inspect in your attic for proper airflow and the correct connections of bath and kitchen vents.
Don’t forget to offer to pay for this service – your Doctor’s exam isn’t free either, and the best advice is not given when the incentive is a commission.
You can also do a quick assessment about your roof yourself. If you are seeing roofing granules in the gutters, bare spots on the roof, missing or cracked shingles, or suspect water spots on ceilings – its time to make an appointment with a professional roofing company like Cascade Roofing Portland.
Always expect the roofing contractor to answer the phone or return your call promptly. Make sure you have a specific time set to meet – NO – both owners do not need to be home for an inspection and bid, this is only required if the company is planning on delivering a hard closing type of sales presentation to the customers. Remember, you are making a call to begin the process of deciding if you need a new roof, what type and with whom you would hire to install it. This requires investigation of company, materials, and installation requirements. Take your time, feel comfortable with the company you choose, and make sure they set an appointment, keep it, and provide you with a timely and comprehensive proposal.
