Your roof is a major investment and plays a critical role in protecting an entire building. Whether it’s for repair or complete replacement work, the roofing professional you hire will have a big impact on your investment. This makes hiring a reliable local contractor necessary, and doing the opposite could potentially lead to problems.
1. Poor Workmanship
Most out-of-town roofers stop by various cities in order to repair as many roofs as possible before they leave. This means low-quality roof work is most likely what you’ll get, and when the contractor lives outside your area, it will be difficult to hold them responsible or demand a refund.
2. High-Pressure Sales Tactics
If your roofer is not a local contractor, there’s a higher chance of dirty business tactics because he can get away from any potential trouble. These strategies include showing up unannounced for a roofing consultation and offering exceptionally low prices or a special deal so that you will sign a contract on the spot.
3. Improper Insurance
Out-of-town contractors who offer their services at unbelievably low rates tend to have improper insurance or no insurance at all. This means if an accident involving a laborer happens on your property, you would be held responsible and it could cost you a large amount of money.
4. Noncompliance With Local Building Regulations
Building codes vary from city to city. Local roofers are going to be much more familiar with a town’s building regulations, which means that they know every technical aspect of the job. Hiring a roofer who’s unfamiliar with your area’s policies, standards and guidelines can compromise your safety and your project’s effectiveness.
5. Sudden Unavailability
Many of these out-of-town contractors are driven by quantity and only pay attention to areas where their service is in high demand. As a result, the work on every project is usually subpar. Unfortunately, it is nearly impossible to go after these roofers because they have already left your area by the time you notice the problem.
When it comes to roof repairs and replacements, taking unnecessary risks is impractical. Look no further than Tango & Gatti for a dependable and experienced local roofing contractor. We serve both residential and commercial clients in Canton and Barnesville, OH. Call us today at (330) 308-8213 or fill out this online form to make an appointment or get a quote.