Your roof is a huge part of your home and choosing a roofer can sometimes be a complicated business! We have provided some of our top tips below on choosing a roofer to make it a smoother and easier process.
Receive quotes from at least 3 contractors.
Check your roofer has the relevant insurances and most importantly, check they are insured for roofing as their business description.
If possible, use a roofer from a reputable trade association who has been vetted and checked. Make sure you meet the roofer who will be doing the work. The Confederation of Roofing Contractors (CORC) will provide you with approved members.
It is your home so ask as many questions as you feel necessary. Ask advice on what materials they suggest to be used and why.
Once you have received all of the quotes, put them together and read through what each of them have offered. Make your choice on the quality of the quote and your confidence in the contractor.
Make sure that you receive all documentation such as quotes, contracts and the 14 day cooling off period in writing.
Be aware that estimates can change once the contractor has removed the roof covering to expose the structure underneath. If the roofer does find further problems, they will need to confirm with you in writing the new estimate and what they will need to do.
Make sure you agree payment terms before work has started. We would always recommend that work is completed in full before payment is made so you can ensure you are happy with the work and that your contractor has left the site in a clean and tidy condition.
If you have 25% or more of your roof quoted for, you would need to contact building regulations.
If possible, try not to pay via cash as cash/VAT-free deals are not easily tracked if things go wrong.
