10 Ways Dishonest Roofers Will Mislead You!

When it comes to your roofing system, it’s too important to be left in the hands of dishonest roofers. In fact, 47% of all roofing problems originate from a faulty installation, so choosing a trusted roofing company is important! Your roof is the first and last line of defense against the unpredictable weather of the Miami Valley, so you’ll want a reliable roofer at your disposal 24/7.

Being an informed consumer will save you time and money on your roofing system! Dishonest roofers will cost you thousands of dollars due to voided warranties & careless repairs and installations. Here are some tips to avoid the hassle of choosing an unqualified roofing contractor:

1. They go out of business every couple of years and then open a new business under a different name giving you no recourse or warranty.
2. They change their license qualifiers every year which erases the warranty offered. When you call the BBB or licensing department to check the company’s complaint history, it has a clean record.
3. If they do not install the roof to code, when the insurance inspects the roof they drop coverage because it is not to code. Use a roofer that knows the law and code, and is certified installers!
4. They do not use the roofing systems components. attempting to cut costs. If shingles are not installed by certified installers with all roofing system components, shingle manufacturers will void their warranty. Make sure the brand of shingle used matches the roofing system warranty.
5. They will try to sell you a roofing system yearly maintenance plan that will revoke the warranty if you don’t pay them to inspect it every year.  It’s a good idea to have your roof inspected on a regular basis but not at a cost or at risk of losing your warranty.
6. They underreport sales to their insurance company to reduce premiums then if the fraud is caught by the insurance company. The insurance company will deny claims leaving you to pay the bill.
7. They underreport wages to their insurance company. To save costs, many roofers abuse this system. They pay cash to laborers to be exempt from workers’ compensation. Wonder why some bids are lower than others?  Proper coverage for workers is important because you could end up with the medical bill if they aren’t.
8. They file Workman’s Compensation Exemptions for workers which are only permissible to the owners of the company, not the workers. Roofers have a very high injury rate. Make sure workers on your job have proper coverage, or else you could be facing a lawsuit!
9. They leave things off of your estimate to win the job. Later, they’ll add items while installing the roof. Thereby increasing the amount that you owe. Or recommend replacing when repair or cleaning is all you need.  Make sure they get everything right in their estimate and by signing a contract they understand that is all you will pay.
10. Injured roofers who ignore OSHA safety regulations could mean a lawsuit for you!

Once you know all of these tips, you’ll have a better idea of what makes a reputable and trusted roofing company. And here at Van Martin, you’ll get exactly what you’re paying for: superior roofing services and attentive customer service.

Why Choose Van Martin Roofing?

Van Martin is a people-centric roofing company, meaning that we not only prioritize our roofing services but also our community. We offer several jobs and careers here at Van Martin to help people further their own goals and provide for themselves. As for our customers, we work directly with them to provide a roofing solution that works perfectly for them. We never compromise on the quality of our roofing services, and this of course applies to our gutters, skylights, and siding services as well.

When you hire Van Martin, you’re guaranteed a high level of quality and care. Your roof is important, so leave it to our team of roofing experts. No matter what issues you’re having with your roof, Van Martin has 24/7 availability to assist you. Get in touch with our team today once you require our services.