When the time arrives and you need to have your roof replaced, there are many things you should ask before selecting a roofing contractor. It is extremely important to ensure they are qualified to take on the responsibility that comes with removing and replacing an entire roof system. Everyone in Miami has heard at least one or two horror stories of homeowners who hired unqualified roofers and were left with sub par work that resulted in a worse roofing system then the original one that needed replacing. Don’t let this happen to your family, the first thing you must verify is that the contractor is licensed and insured. Just because the business card says they are doesn’t necessarily mean it’s true. Have each company provide you with a copy of there state license and insurance policy. Once you receive this information, you can confirm there license is indeed valid by going to www.myflorida.com and inputting the contractors information. Also be sure to contact there insurance carrier and verify that the policy they have is up to date and has not expired or been canceled. Next, you should request a list of references from recent projects and follow up with each homeowner, inquire as to the quality of there work, as well as the companies professionalism and punctuality. All roofs differ in degree of difficulty, however an average sized roof from start to finish should take roughly 1-2 weeks and certainly no longer than 30 days. As stated all roofs are different and some may require intricate detailing that can extend the project time by varying amounts. Lastly, you should read the contract thoroughly and have anything altered that you are not completely comfortable with. This includes things such as deposit amounts, length of warranty and project time lines. We at Roof-Tech know that selecting a qualified Miami roofing company can be a daunting task, give us a call and we’ll show you why we have become one of the most trusted and well respected roofing contractors in the Sunshine State!