3 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Planning a Roof Replacement

To maximize your returns on investment (ROIs), you’ll need to do your research before pursuing a roof replacement. In addition to the roofing materials that are most suited to your area’s climates, it’d be a good idea to do a bit of research on the most common and costly planning mistakes. 

Potentially costly planning mistakes you should avoid include: 

1. Relying on Verbal Agreements

When starting a remodeling project, you should always get everything in writing. And, roof replacements are no exception. Before construction starts, you should have signed a written contract outlining the contractor’s responsibilities and the project scope. 

Here’s a tip: when the contractor visits you for the initial roofing consultation, you should ask for written estimates. Asking for written estimates will help ensure costs don’t balloon later on in the process. Keep in mind that estimates are just approximations, and you can never rule out the risk of unforeseen costs. However, you shouldn’t worry too much about unforeseen costs – if there are any, they’re usually not that significant. What you need to keep an eye out for instead are bloated costs. 

2. Getting Too Preoccupied With the Costs

It’s important to stay within budget, but you shouldn’t get too preoccupied with costs. What you should focus on instead is how you can maximize your ROIs. A professional contractor from a roofing company can make recommendations on how you can make the most of your roofing replacement. 

3. Not Vetting Contractors

You should always vet a roofer before hiring one. That’s because less experienced contractors are more likely to make costly installation errors that could reduce your ROIs. Here’s a vetting tip: the number of years a company has been working in the industry should give you a good idea of their level of expertise. 

Christian Brothers Roofing, a company with over two decades of experience, offers professional roofing services, including roof repair and replacement services. To get a free estimate, call us at (502) 244-0208, or fill out this form.