If you are a building owner or manager in need of commercial roofing installation or replacement, you are probably pretty well aware of the importance of choosing the right contractor for the job. A poorly constructed roof made with inferior materials can spell insurmountable losses for your investment. It’s crucial to do the research, and find a reliable, professional roofing company known for its integrity that can really deliver - on time, within budget, and over time with maintenance and repairs.
Doing proper research and asking important questions in advance will help you feel confident and comfortable in your decision making process. We’ve put together a list of key points to cover in your quest for the perfect professional commercial roofing contractor for your project.
Project Details:
- What is the intended use of your property?
- Of the roof?
- Is it weight-bearing, as with a green roof garden?
- Will it be subject to heavy foot traffic, as with a rooftop restaurant?
- Is aesthetic appearance important?
- Will special cleaning or maintenance be necessary?
- If not, should walkways for service personnel be installed (to minimize wear & tear)?
- Is it a permanent holding or are you preparing for imminent sale?
- Are there special climate conditions to consider (heavy wind, salt air, harsh winters or summers)?
- Do you want special applications, like energy-saving cool roof coating or insulation to increase the R-value?
- Have you researched local building code and commercial roof installation specifications?
- How much is the budget you are working with? How liquid are the funds?
- When is your preferred start date?
- What is your project deadline?
Contractor FYIs
- Are they licensed and insured?
- How long have they been in business locally and what is their reputation?
- What is their expertise with commercial roofing?
- What roofing projects have they done similar to yours? How are the roofs performing over time?
- Are they familiar with the latest technology for commercial roofs, such as built-up roofing (BUR), modified bitumen roofing, single-ply roofing, and liquid applied roofing?
- Have they been certified by the manufacturer to install the specific type of roofing chosen for this project?
- What kind of warranty do they offer on labor (generally 1-5 years)?
- What kind of warranty do they offer on materials (generally 10-30 years)?
- Is there an additional warranty offered by the manufacturer that they can pass on to you?
- What exactly is covered by each warranty?
- What is excluded, and what conditions may lead to its nullification?
- Is there a set dollar amount for future roof repair or a no dollar limit (NDL)?
- Does the quote given for your commercial roofing project include regular inspection and maintenance?
- If so, what, exactly, is meant by maintenance? (For example, snow removal, may or may not be covered)?
- Will the warranty on your roofing materials be voided if we miss regular inspections?
- If maintenance and repairs are additional, what is the estimated cost?
- Can any of the repair or maintenance work be done by our own personnel without nullifying your roof warranty?
We hope this list serves you well in your search for the right commercial roofing professionals for your project!
TLC Pro Roofing is a family owned and operated company serving the Greater Nashville area. A regional leader in cool-roof coating applications and service, TLC proudly features Conklin Roofing Systems - an energy-saving flat roof system you can believe in, with the best warranty in the industry! TLC Pro Roofing is committed to bringing integrity to roofing, every single day. Call or click for your free estimate or inspection today at 615.426.3924. We look forward to hearing from you!
TLC Pro Roofing
1427 Neelys Bend Rd, Madison, TN 37115
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