Replacing your roof is one of the most significant house projects you can undertake. To complete your project successfully, you should work with a professional roofer. According to Zillow, an asphalt shingle roof has a 68.2% average return on investment when you sell your home. How do you go about choosing a professional roofing company? Read on to find out.

Find Out How Long They Have Been in Business

The roofing contractor you choose should have a track record of providing high-quality work. They should be reliable enough to work on contracts from start to finish, and in a timely manner. Working with a roofing company that has been in business for a long time prevents you from unscrupulous contractors.

Verify Insurance and Licensing

Roofing is a dangerous job, so you should hire a roofing company to execute it. Having the proper safety equipment, materials, and tools is crucial. The company you choose should also have sufficient experience. A reliable roofing contractor has the necessary licenses and permits for their work. The roofing firm should also have all the required insurance to cover their workers and sub-contractors should they get hurt while on duty. Avoid working with contractors who can't prove proper insurance coverage for workers. You may be liable if the company doesn't have the required coverage.

Check Previous Work

Reputation is crucial for service providers. Take advantage of the available internet-based customer reviews from people who have previously used the business' services. Today, many customers research online before hiring a qualified roofing company. Doing your due diligence will save you from losing money from malicious roofing contractors. Find out what other homeowners have to say about the roofing firm. Ask the company for a list of references you can call or contact online to find out about their previous experiences. Getting unbiased feedback is extremely helpful.

Make Sure They Will Strip Your Old Roof

While some roofing firms install new shingle roofs over an old roof, it's not always a good idea. Besides adding weight to an aging roof, it hardly addresses underlying issues like damage that old shingles hide. When you cover up the damage, you don't solve the actual source of the problem. While it's a cheap and effective short-term solution, it can be costly in the long run.

Do you need to replace your roof? Rely on a reputable company to get the job done right. Contact Sharp's Contracting, LLC today, and we will answer any questions you may have. We would be happy to help!