Repairing or replacing your roof is an investment that you have to take seriously. The best way to ensure you’re getting exactly what you’re paying for is to go local.
A local roofing contractor has certain advantages over long-distance ones. Here are some of the best reasons to hire someone who lives and operates in the same area as you.
Compliance With Local Codes
A local roofing contractor will comply with local codes because they could lose their license if they did their job any other way. You don’t have to worry about their legitimacy as roofers because it’s easy to check their license with the local authorities.
Ease of Contact
A local roof repair expert has a brick and mortar office that you can visit if you would like to choose materials, talk about your project, make plans, etc. There are people who visit storm-affected areas to offer their services to distraught and desperate homeowners. They will gladly take your money and do a sloppy job or nothing at all. They’ll be long gone before you notice that anything is wrong, and you’ll never find them again. With a local contractor, that’s not a problem.
Availability During Emergencies
Should your roof start leaking during a storm, you need your contractor to be there as soon as possible. This is one of the most important parts of hiring locally. Even if the storm is too strong for anyone to do any work, your roofer can advise you regarding temporary solutions, then visit you as soon as the weather calms down to discuss a more permanent solution.
Community Involvement
Many local roofers participate in neighborhood cleanups, tree-planting, social events and fundraisers. Most homeowners feel good about hiring a roofer who’s also an outstanding member of the community.
LePage and Sons Roofing LLC is your local roof repair and replacement company. Get your roof estimate today by calling (508) 295-6483 or by filling out this page.