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Choose the right contractor for your roofing repairs

Date Published: May 09 2011

Most homeowners may overlook an important project right above their heads - their roof. Keeping a close eye on your shingles could help you in the long run. Discolored or curling shingles can be a sign that repairs will be needed soon. If your roof does have problems, do your research and contact a local, reputable roofer.

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Submitted by Lou on Tue, 2012-02-07 14:10
I need a new roof. Looking for a real good roofer at the right price.

Submitted by B. Moore on Tue, 2012-02-07 14:10
Brians info is correct, except the fact that the camera is sitting on the roof, making it look flat. Thanks for the warranty info., yet alot of typing for nothing.

Submitted by James Charnock on Tue, 2012-02-07 14:10
When I had my architectural shingles installed I got personal recommendations as well as 30 printed reference I could call. All said the roofer was great. But being a handyman myself I still didn't trust any company. I remained home from work that day or two and continually watched the installation. I wanted a ridge vent and they installed it, but failed to open the roof for the air to escape. I made them remove the vent cover and do that. They also failed to install some drip edge and other necessary metal work. I held up their check until I was satisfied. They had to pull guys off other jobs to get my job done to my satisfaction. Most people will not do what I did. And, to think, this was a roofer with a good reputation, local and (only) good references. I don't trust anyone working on my house--inside or out; I watch them, much to their dismay and dislike.

Submitted by Mary N on Tue, 2012-02-07 14:10
My roof is less than 10 years old and already has some curling of the shingles. I wasn't the homeowner when the roof went on. But, like James said, I am a fanatic about watching and reviewing the work done on the home, interior or exterior, and I educate myself as well so I know what to look for. I've found that even the best-rated company will cut corners because they don't have control over what each individual is doing. I am not impressed with owners who show me tons of "testimonials" and go overboard trying to sell me their services/products. Nothing changes...I don't trust them over another company. When my BS Meter goes off, I know it.

Submitted by Jeanne on Tue, 2012-02-07 14:10
that unfortunatly,seems to be a current problem,,,not many companies seem to care about quality workmanship anymore,,,seems as though the motto is get it done and take their money and run...so how do you find a reputable repair company !!! even Angies list can't promise you that...and i mean no disrespect to Angies list.

Submitted by Maggie Colwell on Tue, 2012-02-07 14:10
My husband is in the roofing industry and is always saying how cheap roof buyers are. He says they usually choose their roofer on cost vs. proven performance. He compares buying a roof against buying a car. A particular car model are all made identically, whereas each roof installed is unique.

Submitted by Brian on Tue, 2012-02-07 14:10
I'm a roofing contractor Why is this ABC roofing company installing dimensional shingles on a flat roof on the last clip of the roofing video On the manufacturing warranty no shingle has a warranty if it's installed on a 3/12 pitch or less and on the last second clip of the roofing video it's showing a roofer installing shingles on a complete flat roof it's my reccomendation instead of learning the ABC s of roofing that he learn the 123 s of pitch in which you don't install shingles on a 1/12 2 /12. Or a 3/12 pitch those flat pitches well hold and pond water and allow water to penetrate threw the key ways or water trouts and rust out the nail heads there fore causing your roof to leak so it's my opinion that Angie find her a professional experienced roofer to do information on roofing installation

Submitted by Mike on Tue, 2012-02-07 14:10
I agree with Brian 100%

Submitted by David Rich on Tue, 2012-02-07 14:10
To Brian's comment: I was confused with that as well, but I figured out the cameraman had the camera tilted there on the roof. Probably on a small tripod for stability, so it is misleading. The issue of roofing is a huge problem and accounts for over half the complaints needing resolved by the CCB and because of this the insurance to do roofing related work is over 4X more than any other type of construction work. James is right, you need to watch-dog their work to make sure they do what they need to. Flashing is the #1 problem with a roof failure. I see the most common flaw in their work is flashing chimneys and dormers with cheap steel flashing, in stead of using aluminum that will not rust and last as long as the shingles. I have written more details about this issue on my web site at: http://dmr-gutters.com/rf/roofs.htm I sell gutter work, so this is unbiased information that should save you a good deal of grief down the line.

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