If you’re planning to replace your roof and siding, you naturally want to hire the best contractors for the job. After all, this is a significant investment, and your siding serves as one of your home’s defenses against the elements. However, not all roofing and siding contractors are trustworthy, and some may try to take advantage of you. It’s crucial to watch out for the following red flags when choosing a contractor:

 

1. Lack of insurance: Always ask your potential contractor if they have workers’ compensation insurance. Although the requirements for contractor licenses and insurance vary according to location, an honest and reliable contractor will have these credentials ready when you ask. If they refuse to show you their credentials, be cautious as you won’t have protection from liability.

 

2. No portfolio or reviews: Check out the contractor’s portfolio or customer reviews before signing the contract. This way, you can quickly evaluate whether they are as reliable and trustworthy as they claim to be. Conversely, the absence of reviews and a portfolio should make you avoid them at all costs, as it suggests their past customers didn’t have a great experience with them.

 

3. Aggressive sales pitch: If a roofer or siding contractor is too aggressive with their sales pitch or refuses to explain the benefits of costly siding material, consider it a warning sign and move on. The contractor may be trying to close the sale as soon as possible, so you don’t have time to research.

 

4. Asks for too much upfront: If a potential siding contractor asks for too much money upfront, it’s best to look for another contractor. This is a sign that the person doesn’t run their business efficiently. Any reliable siding contractor should have enough funds to finish your project without requiring too much money upfront.

 

If you’re looking for restoration roofing services and reliable siding contractors, Restoration Roofing Services can help. Call us at (334) 350-3350 or fill out our contact form to request a quote.