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Roofing Contractors: Feels Like Speed Dating, but With Shingles
Just went through the whole process of talking to a bunch of roofing contractors, and honestly, it felt weirdly like speed dating. You know, you sit down, ask a few questions, try to get a feel for their vibe, and then move on to the next one. Some were super professional and had all these fancy brochures and drone footage of roofs they'd done (which was kinda cool, ngl). Others were more laid-back, just chatting casually about materials and timelines.
One guy was super pushy about upselling me on premium shingles - like dude, chill, it's a roof, not a luxury car. Another one barely answered my questions clearly, just kept saying "trust me, it'll be fine." Um, no thanks?
Ended up going with someone who wasn't the cheapest but seemed honest and straightforward. Roof turned out great, but the whole experience was kinda exhausting. Curious if anyone else felt like this when picking a roofer or if I just got unlucky with the ones I talked to?
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The “trust me, it’ll be fine” contractor is exactly why I’d compare the written scopes more than the brochures or drone footage. For a future roof replacement, I’d want each estimate to spell out:
- how many existing layers are being removed
- ventilation work and whether intake vents are included
- flashing replacement or reuse, especially around chimneys and walls
- underlayment and ice-and-water protection
- cleanup, magnet sweeping, and disposal
- workmanship and manufacturer warranty coverage
- payment milestones, with the final payment tied to completion and cleanup
A polished presentation can be useful, but it doesn’t tell you what’s actually included. Two bids that look similar at the top may be very different once those details are written down.