Common Mistakes People Make When Replacing Their Roof

Installing a new roof is a major household investment, so you need to plan the project carefully. To create a flawless roofing system, you need high-quality materials and an experienced contractor. However, putting on a new roof is not an easy task. You will need to find the right roofing contractor and, more importantly, educate yourself about the roofing process. Unfortunately, like most consumers, you may be tempted to cut corners when hiring a roofing contractor and opt for the cheapest quote. This will eventually lead to substandard work and frequent repairs. To help you avoid basic errors like these that could prove to be costly, Everlast Roofing & Exteriors. has put together a list of the most common mistakes people make when replacing their roof.

1. Hiring the lowest bid company
Like most homeowners, you may think that every roofing company quotes the same price for their products and services. By assuming this, you may consider the lowest bid contractor, thinking they too will offer the same quality work as the contractor charging a high price. In reality, such contractors only provide you a cheap deal because they plan on using low-quality roofing material and offering substandard services. Therefore, make sure to take a closer look at each quote a contractor offers and research on the said product before jumping to conclusions.

2. Skipping on venting when replacing the roof
A good venting system helps in heating and cooling your home. It increases the longevity of your roof or roof deck and prevents mold and moisture build-up. Make sure to educate yourself about what your roof does for your home and the various elements meant to preserve it for longer. Once you gather all the information, hire a contractor to help you with the type of roof system you’re looking for.

3. Lack of research about roofing contractors
A roof is a long-term investment that you don’t want to have done by an inexperienced contractor. It would be best to do your due diligence and research about companies through references and looking into their past work. Don’t expect that every contractor will offer the same products and services or quality of work. As the customer, you need to determine what they are willing to offer.

4. Working with an unverified company
When installing a new roof for your home, it’s essential to hire a roofing contractor with the right accreditation. Ask for proof of their credentials and check if they are covered under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). In case of a situation where an accident or damages like fire or leak occurs due to the contractor’s work, you will be held responsible and liable for it. If they have the appropriate insurance coverage, you can save yourself from unnecessary expenses.

5. Being unaware of the roof installation process
Installing a roof on your home can be expensive. That said, you need to know who will be installing the roof, mostly when a subcontractor does the roof. You need to ask the company’s sales representative if they use sub-contractors or use in-house employees. Most subcontractors don’t do a quality job as they have a set budget that they need to finish the job within, so sometimes the jobs may be rushed or of poor quality, resulting in a poor installation.

6. Trusting the sales representative
This is one common mistake that most customers easily fall for. Sales representatives are experts in convincing customers to buy products by making them more appealing, and some advertise false information. Therefore, you shouldn’t believe everything a salesperson tells you. Instead, make yourself aware of the products being sold to you by researching them online or talking to roofing experts.

To avoid these and other mistakes when installing a roof, reach out to the experts at Everlast Roofing & Exteriors. As an expert roofing contractor in Oakville, Ontario, we bring a superior experience by offering a whole new level of trust and professionalism to the roofing industry. With a team of experienced roofing professionals, you will receive committed service along with honesty and efficiency. Moreover, we will treat you like family every step of the way. Our roofing services include roof installations, eavestrough systems, soffits, fascia, sliding, roof repairs or inspections, skylight or sun tunnel installation, roof ventilation, and roof insulation. We extend our services to clients across Oakville, Mississauga, Etobicoke, Milton, Burlington, Hamilton, Vaughan, Stoney Creek, Toronto, Grimsby, St. Catharines, Caledonia, Ancaster, Halton Hills, Georgetown, North York, Aurora, Lakeshore, and the surrounding areas.

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