Roofing services from contractors
Here are top 3 things that homeowners should consider before choosing services from roofing contractors.

1. The "storm chasers" roof repair contractors

These kinds of roof repair contractors travel from one location to another in search of work. 

They typically seek employment in locations that have recently been affected by a natural or man-made disaster that has caused damage to the roofs. 

It's possible that this is another hoax as well.

Research around, and under no circumstances should you give in to any pressure to sign a binding agreement. 

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If you rush through this process, you won't get as good of a bargain, either in terms of price or quality, and there is a lot to learn about the process of fixing a roof, and especially replacing one.

Because of the pandemic, labor shortages, and the high volume of work that needs to be completed during the busy season, it is unlikely that you will be able to arrange the replacement or repair of your roof expeditiously. 

It's possible to get it done in a few days, or even just one day, but selecting the best roof repair contractors can take weeks, and it definitely should.

2. The side-gig roof repair contractors

The roof repair contractors who do roof repair as a side gig are risky to hire because they do roof repair only on the sideline.

There are many sides to this issue. The rub is that most of today’s roofing contractors learned the ropes by doing some side jobs.

Now, as business owners, they see what a difficult situation they could be put in if their employees do the same.

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There is no easy answer. In the comments I have seen some views that are very permissive of side work and some that are adamantly against it. A business owner may point out that the side job is usually a cash job carrying no permits or insurance, so how can a legal contractor with overhead compete?

On the other side, shouldn’t a skilled roofer be able to roof their friend’s house? Then again, isn’t using an employer’s tools and supplies stealing? 

For example, if a roofer needs specific clothing to ensure he completes the job safely, would it be considered stealing if he borrows his employers Carhartt clothing for the job?

The issue is complicated. Even more so by the fact that some of today’s finest contractors all started out doing projects on their own time. See the comments I have gathered below and think about what policy is best for your company. Be fair and be smart.

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3. The "nice guy" roof repair contractors

These roofers will come to your home and knock on the door, claiming that they have leftover materials from a recently completed job nearby. 

They will also offer to perform roof repair work at a reduced rate. 

To put it another way, the roof repair contractors may have a pleasant demeanor and may even be pleasant in reality; yet, they may also be plotting to defraud you or, for all you know, they may be incompetent.

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Conclusion

Swadley Roof Systems offers the best roofing services in the Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Dallas area.