You have some shingles missing. Or the flashing around your chimney is damaged. Perhaps water is leaking into your attic. You know you should get a contractor to look at your roof and write up an estimate, but you are hesitant because you’ve been burned by less-than-outstanding roofers in the past. You are also worried about the cost of roof repair and what else the contractor might find wrong with your roof.
Homeowners shouldn’t put off roof repairs—the potential for more damage to your roof and your overall property increases the longer you wait.The repair process starts with the estimate, which isn’t just a slip of paper but should be a dialogue between the homeowner and the contractor. Asking the right questions not only provides you the best idea of how much the job will cost but also establishes the parameters of the repair. With this information, you can feel comfortable knowing the job will be done correctly—or that you should get an estimate from another roofer.Here are several questions you should ask any contractor giving you a roof repair estimate: