San Diego is know for dramatic temperature changes from night to day with up to a 20 to 40 degree differential. This creates special concerns for your home because you can lose up to 30% of your home’s energy through windows, doors and bad insulation. This is why it is so important to find the right roofer and always use quality materials. There are a variety of companies in Southern California that offer roofing – this article will describe how to determine which roofer is the best (or at the very least, competent). You want to be sure your roof lasts for decades – when you hire a company with conscientious staff and quality materials – that is exactly what you get.

Be aware of your options and make sure your roofing professional educates you so that you understand what you are getting. Everyone has different objectives, from decreasing costs to improving quality to protecting the environment. A good roofer will explain your options and educate you so that you feel you are making an informed decision.

Always make sure any roofer you work with does a full inspection of your roof and provides a detailed report with their quote. Don’t trust “salesmen” who stay on the ground and promise you a bunch of stuff. You need someone who will get on top of your roof and give you the full report from ventilation to flashing to decking.

Liability should always be a concern with a roofer. You want to be sure that if a roofer gets hurt on the job, you are not held liable. A professional roofer will tell you the name of his or her insurance carrier. Be sure they have both Worker’s Compensation insurance and General Liability insurance. Verify with their insurance company. Never work with anyone who says they do not need insurance or that your insurance will cover it. You also need to ask about safety precautions – i.e. do they have climbing gear to work safely on steep roofs, do they have a roofing magnet to pick up nails, do they recycle debris in a landfill, etc. Make sure you ask them to elaborate on their safety procedures.

The durability of your roof is often dependent on one thing: did the roofer follow the manufacturer’s instructions. This is crucial because your roof is warranted only if it was installed correctly. Make sure your roofer removes the old roof (unless cost is a major consideration). Not removing the old roof can lead to a host of problems including deterioration of decking, flashing retrofit issues, and decreased shingle life. There are other consideration such as flashing installation, roofing felt (highly recommended), valleys should be protected with metal, proper nailing pattern, hand application (rather than air tools), and adequate ventilation.

Read every part of the contract before you sign it – ensure you and your roofer are on the same page about work timelines and payment. Any good roofer will make sure that you are happy and informed throughout the process. The best companies always show up on time, move debris each day and work diligently to hit their quoted timeline. Look for good reviews online of the company you are looking to work with – if they have rave reviews and have been in business for many years, chances are they are good at what they do.

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