Searching Google for “how to choose a roofing contractor” returned nearly 2 million results so clearly there’s a lot of opinions out there! The first organic result on my search was from www.wikihow.com “how to choose a residential roofing contractor in 9 steps”. I’ve summarized their tips here so you can create your own checklist and I’ve added a column of George J Keller so you can see where we stand.

Steps   Your Contractor   George J Keller & Sons
1. Verify that the roofing contractor you hire has the required applicable business licenses for your state or local area       GJK are registered in NJ as a Home Improvement Contractor and our registration number is 13VH00221900.
         
2. Verify that the roofing contractor or business is legitimate by asking for their tax identification number, a business address, business website or email address, and contact phone number       If you are reading this on the gjkeller.com website then all our contact info is listed and we provide our tax ID number upon request. We also provide a copy of our business registration.
         
3. Ask the roofing contractor to provide you with proof of insurance, including worker’s compensation and liability coverage       A current insurance certificate is supplied with every job.
         
4. Ask the roofing contractor for a list of references and past clients you can call to find out if they were satisfied with the work done on their roof.       We provide a reference list with at least 25 customers. We’ve received the 2013 Angie’s List Super Service Award and we’re accredited with the BBB.
         
5. Ask your roofing contractor for proof that shows they have been approved by the roofing manufacturer to install or work on the roof you have chosen.       GJK are GAF MasterElite Roofers a distinction held by only 2% of roofing companies in the United States. in addition to special training this also allows us to provide special manufacturer backed warranties.
         
6. Ask the roofing contractor how many people will be working on the roofing project for your home so you can determine how the work will be supervised and how long it will take to complete.       Good idea – ask us! Each job is different and while we try to complete each job in one day sometimes we need extra time, but we always tell you this in advance.
         
7. Read the warranty information for your project in full and check for understanding with the roofing contractor regarding any actions or exceptions that may possibly void the warranty.       GJK provides a warranty in writing with every job and is explained in detail by our roofing experts. Extended and special manufacturer backed warranties are also available.
         
8. Obtain a contract or detailed proposal in writing from the roofing contractor that will provide explicit information regarding the project.       We provide a written proposal with a detailed breakdown of all the services we’ll be providing. The price quoted is guaranteed for the work specified without exception.
         
9. Research and obtain the services, fees, and warranties provided by several different roofing contractors before making the final hiring decision.       Great idea! If you like, obtain quotes from a couple of other contractors and then choose. Even if other quotes come in lower, remember, you get what you pay for! So be sure to also compare pricing along with the workmanship, reputation, honesty and longevity that George J. Keller & Sons has had the pleasure of offering to thousands of satisfied customers!