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By Tammie Caldwell
Few things in life are worse than finding out there is a leak in your roof. Especially when you just transferred across the country to a new job and have not had time to make friends. You feel at the liberty of everyone around you, but there is something you can do about the situation. Here are six questions to ask when locating a roof repair Kansas City, KS
Call more than a couple of candidates with a list of questions that begin with asking for their full name and address. If they have a residence separate from business, ask for that address, too. Get at least two phone numbers and an emergency number just in case no one answers the other lines.
Ask to see their roofing contractor's license, or at least a copy of it. Write down the license number and any other pertinent information such as when it expires. Also, have them give you the name of their insurance agent and phone number. Reputable contractors often present a folder with all this information clearly printed and easy to find.
Arm yourself with some information of your own, such as visiting your local hardware stores to find out the life expectancy of your current roofing material. Then, while talking to your potential candidates, ask them the same question. Their answer should match that of the manufacturer. If it does not, thank them for their assistance and hang up. Then call the next contractor on your list of possibilities.
Always ask about the warranty. Responsible contractors offer a warranty on their work. Ask for the name and address of the person responsible for completing the warranty, in case something happens to the contractor and they either die or are crippled and unable to make good on the contract. Unfortunate things happen to good people regardless of how careful they are to prevent mishaps.
Sometimes contractors hire subcontractors to complete the job, and you need to know who they are and why the contractor is not going to do the work. If it is simply the way they do business, then you are at liberty to ask for a copy of their contractual agreement and the names of the people on the work crew. After all, your safety is a major concern.
Always ask for references! If the contractor has satisfied customers, there is no problem presenting names and phone numbers of people who are pleased with the work. Just to make sure, take all this information to your courthouse, or hall of records, and verify any details until you feel comfortable that this professional is fully qualified to make your repairs.
Homeownership has its responsibilities and city codes often make inspections to determine if your property is sound and fit for human habitation. It is also your responsibility to contract reputable businesses who do the job right the first time. Take a little time to investigate before work begins and save a lot of money and heartache.
Call more than a couple of candidates with a list of questions that begin with asking for their full name and address. If they have a residence separate from business, ask for that address, too. Get at least two phone numbers and an emergency number just in case no one answers the other lines.
Ask to see their roofing contractor's license, or at least a copy of it. Write down the license number and any other pertinent information such as when it expires. Also, have them give you the name of their insurance agent and phone number. Reputable contractors often present a folder with all this information clearly printed and easy to find.
Arm yourself with some information of your own, such as visiting your local hardware stores to find out the life expectancy of your current roofing material. Then, while talking to your potential candidates, ask them the same question. Their answer should match that of the manufacturer. If it does not, thank them for their assistance and hang up. Then call the next contractor on your list of possibilities.
Always ask about the warranty. Responsible contractors offer a warranty on their work. Ask for the name and address of the person responsible for completing the warranty, in case something happens to the contractor and they either die or are crippled and unable to make good on the contract. Unfortunate things happen to good people regardless of how careful they are to prevent mishaps.
Sometimes contractors hire subcontractors to complete the job, and you need to know who they are and why the contractor is not going to do the work. If it is simply the way they do business, then you are at liberty to ask for a copy of their contractual agreement and the names of the people on the work crew. After all, your safety is a major concern.
Always ask for references! If the contractor has satisfied customers, there is no problem presenting names and phone numbers of people who are pleased with the work. Just to make sure, take all this information to your courthouse, or hall of records, and verify any details until you feel comfortable that this professional is fully qualified to make your repairs.
Homeownership has its responsibilities and city codes often make inspections to determine if your property is sound and fit for human habitation. It is also your responsibility to contract reputable businesses who do the job right the first time. Take a little time to investigate before work begins and save a lot of money and heartache.