Wednesday, September 25, 2013

How To Find Professional Atlanta Roofing Contractors

By Andrew B. Spates


It's not hard to find Atlanta roofing contractors providing services for customers all over North Georgia. Every provider has different levels of workmanship and professionalism, and their rates may be just as varied. The trick is to develop a mutually beneficial working relationship that enables property owners to trust a provider and call them any time there is an issue with the roof.

In addition to full roof installation or replacement, both residential and commercial properties tend to need a lot of regular maintenance. Gutters and sidings obviously need to be taken care of, along with ventilation, skylights and other openings. There are also less common needs such as shingle coloring, attic insulation, and wind or hail damage claim estimates.

Careful consideration is needed to find someone capable of handling all this and more. Concentrate on providers with a growing reputation in North Georgia. Ask for references, make sure the firm is registered, and only accept licensed, bonded and insured professionals to do the work.

Look at what additional roofing industry credentials the contractor can provide. A GAF-Elk certification is a good example, since it comes from the biggest roofing products manufacturer in North America. The company only certifies well-trained professionals able to provide high-quality services.

It's also easier for customers, because the GAF-Elk certified contractor automatically fulfills many qualifications that need to be looked at. The company requires all candidates seeking certification to be licensed by the state. In order to maintain valid certification, the contractor must commit to regular training for keeping up to date with the latest products and innovations in the industry. They are also required to maintain a clean reputation in the community.

Another affiliation that points towards the provider's credibility is a BBB (Better Business Bureau) rating. A contractor approved by the federal government is also likely to be more capable and reliable. This Uncle Sam stamp of approval can be verified by looking at their System of Award Management (SAM) record. Also check their Dun & Bradstreet profile through the D-U-N-S number, which is essential for all federally approved contractors.

Any Atlanta roofing contractors that survive this checklist are sure to highly competent and reliable. They will be licensed, insured and bonded in order to protect the financial and legal rights of their customers. Select a provider who can do both commercial as well as residential roofs, and can be called at any time for emergency work. It won't be easy to narrow it down to a single contractor who fulfills all the requirements, but the end result will be complete freedom from all roof-related hassles.




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