What to look for in a contractor.

Has the time come for a new roof on your home or business?  

You may assume that all contractors are created equal, but that’s simply not the case. 

Below are things to keep in mind as you go through the re-roofing process:

• Beware of fly-by-night operations. After a storm, contractors will suddenly appear out of the blue to offer their services. The problem is that once the work is done, they vanish. So if any problems with the work should arise, there’s little chance for a remedy.

• Pay for the work when it’s done, not beforehand. It’s fine to submit a deposit, but never pay for the full project until it’s completed to your satisfaction.

• Don’t sign anything until you’re ready to hire the company. Also, be sure to get a copy of anything and everything you do sign.

• A reputable contractor will provide you with a written description of all of the work that will be done, the quality of materials, the start and completion dates, and the estimated cost of the job.

• Does the contractor have references to share with you? If so, this is a good sign. But follow through by contacting all of them — especially the ones that had similar work done to yours.

• Make sure the contract includes the name, physical address and phone number of the company.
•  The contractor shouldn’t ask for cash; look for one that prefers a check or credit card.

• The contractor should be able to show you his or her license from the state in which you’re located. Also, make sure the license is up to date.

• Go with the company that has worker’s compensation for all of its employees. If you hire a company that doesn’t have this insurance, it could cost you dearly should something go wrong on your property.

To see the complete list, please visit our website: http://www.bbmetals.net/knowledge-base/articles/what-to-look-for-in-a-contractor

Roofing Permits and What You Need To Know.

Any contractor who has been in business for awhile knows the importance of the roofing-permit process. This is the way municipalities across the country enforce their building codes, which are created with safety in mind.

Most of the time, it will fall upon you as the contractor to obtain the permits (making you the contractor of record on the project), but occasionally the homeowner or business owner will take on the responsibility themselves.



Either way, the permit process is vitally important — in fact, it’s against the law not to obtain one. If you go through with a job without a proper permit, you will be fined at the very least. You may also have to tear down your work entirely.


A roofing permit will be a matter of public record, so future building owners will be able to check to make sure the process was carried out the way it was intended.

To find out what the first step is, please visit our website at
 http://www.bbmetals.net/knowledge-base/articles/roofing-permits-what-you-need-to-know