Verify license and insurance, with documents
The advice below applies to any contractor you talk to, including us. Hold everyone to it, and you'll never get burned.
Ask for the license number and current certificates of general liability and workers' comp. A legitimate contractor hands these over without flinching; we do.
A contractor with a physical office and years of local jobs will still exist when your warranty needs honoring. Ask how long they've worked your parish, and check.
What You Get With Summit
After hurricanes, out-of-state crews canvass neighborhoods, collect deductibles, and vanish by winter. Never sign an assignment of benefits at the door.
- Verify license and insurance, with documents
- Local address, local history
- Beware the post-storm door knock
- Get the warranty in writing, both of them
- Demand an itemized quote
- Check the paperwork, not just the pitch
How To Choose A Professional Roofer: Common Questions
Should I get multiple quotes?
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Yes. And compare scope, not just price. The cheapest bid usually gets cheap somewhere you can't see: decking allowances, underlayment grade, or the crew itself.
Is a big deposit normal?
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Modest scheduling deposits are common; large upfront payments are a red flag. Be especially wary of anyone wanting your insurance check endorsed over before work starts.
What should I ask about the crew?
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Employed or subcontracted? Background-checked? Who supervises on site? You're trusting these people on your home, it's fair to ask.