What Should A Roofing Estimate Include?
What's included in a roofing estimate?
Every homeowner should be aware of the components of a legitimate roof estimate. This way, you won’t end up working with a shady roofing contractor that gives you a phony estimate that isn’t accurate.
Let’s look at what should be included in a legitimate roof estimate from a reputable roofing company in Trenton, Michigan.
In your estimate, look for the following —
Timeline
The estimate must include the project's start and completion dates. This could vary if more damage is found throughout the roof repair process.
Roofing Costs
The cost of materials and labor should be included in the roofing estimate. Even the expense of obtaining permits should be considered. If there will be any debris or other mess as a result of the project, the estimate should explain whether the roofing company is responsible for cleanup and removal.
Roofing Materials
The best roofers will go over the types of flashing, shingles, underlayment, and ventilation that will be used in the job in great detail during the estimate. This information needs to be quite specific. It should, for example, specify the thickness of the underlayment, the location of the flashing, the type of sealant to be used in areas where waterproofing is required (flashing, nail holes, etc.), and the sizes of the nails and fasteners to be used in the project. It's also a good idea to write down the brand of the roofing materials you'll be using.
Description of work
They should be as specific as possible about the work that will be done, just as they were with the roof materials. This way, you'll both be on the same page when it comes to the work on your new roof.
Payment Information
Every roof estimate should specify who is responsible for specific portions of the roofing job. If certain aspects of the roofing project will be outsourced, the parties involved and their responsibilities must be identifying in detail within the estimate. Every detail of the payment terms, including down payments, progress payments, end payments, and payment methods, should be thoroughly explained. In addition, the estimate should include a provision that allows you to defer final payment until you are fully satisfied with the work.
License & Insurance Info
The roof estimate should include proof of the roofing company's license, liability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance. There should be a lien release in place that protects you from liability if the roofer fails to pay the subcontractors or those who supply the roofing materials for your roof repairs or replacement. DO NOT sign a contract with a contractor who cannot offer insurance or license information!
Workmanship Guarantee
A section on workmanship guarantees, materials guarantees, and cleanup expectations should be included in your roof replacement estimate.
Warranty
The workmanship and material warranties must be specified down to the last detail in the estimate. Limited lifetime warranties, on the whole, provide excellent protection during the first few years of a roof's lifespan and be subsequently prorated after a certain number of years. In most cases, a lifetime warranty is defined as a period of half a century. In the event that you decide to sell your house, the estimate should mention whether the warranty is transferable to a new owner. The ability to transfer the roof and workmanship warranties will be a strong selling feature.
Provisions
Add-ons or order changes that could result in additional charges must be factored into the estimate.
Termination & Cancellation Policy
A well-defined termination clause should be included in every roofing estimate. This provision should explain out the specific reasons why you or the contractor can cancel the contract without penalty if the contract's terms are violated.
Schedule Your Free Roofing Estimate Today!
If you live in or nearby Trenton MI, and need a roof estimate, roof inspection, roof repairs, or are thinking about a roof replacement, call MCM Services immediately for a free estimate or inspection at (734) 676-6343.
We’re a locally owned roofing company in Trenton with 40 years of experience and a track record of success in Downriver. Let’s discuss how we can assist you with your roofing needs!
