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Every Philadelphia roofing contractor will have a different contract, but in general the contract will spell out the proposed roofing work, pricing and completion dates. Look for these other areas of your contract so you can avoid contract disputes:

Building Permits - Is your roofing contractor getting the permits or are you? Are they including in the price quote or are they additional? Who is responsible for posting the permits?

Starting and Completion Dates - Make sure the dates are specified and contingency plans are in place for weather or other unexpected delays.

Roofing Materials - Brands, colors, amount of roofing materials should be specified so there are no surprises

Inspections - Does the county or city need to inspect the work? When? What happens if an inspection fails?

Site Procedures - What are the working hours for the roofers? Who is responsible for cleaning up waste? What safety precautions needs to be put into place?

Warranties - What warranties are included for the roofing materials and the work?

Liens and Terms of Payment - Make sure the contract specifies when you will be making payment for the work being completed. Under most state laws, a contractor can put a lien on your home if they haven’t received payment. Specifying payment dates and making sure you receive a lien waver upon your final payment will protect your property and any misunderstandings.

Subcontractors - You should always be aware of who is working on your roofing project and require proof that subcontractors have been paid, or write terms that make you responsible for paying subcontractors directly.

Repairing or replacing a roof is an expensive proposition, and it’s one that could cost you lost wages and income, especially if you own a commercial building that is desperately in need of a new roof due to water leaks or damage. Choosing a roofing company that is dependable, qualified, and honest is important.

Research The Roofers Licensing/Insurance - You want a roofing contractor that is legally able to work on your building for more than one reason.  First you want to make sure they are qualified to do the job, after all, you wouldn’t hire a receptionist to pull your teeth, right? Secondly, if there is a problem with the roof construction, you need to be able to contact someone to settle the issues. If your roofer is just someone off the street, your legal options might be limited. Making sure your roofer has insurance protects you from any accidents that may occur. Without insurance you could be liable for any slips or falls.

Research Prior Clients - Like any business, testimonials are important. Find out if your roofer has completed projects on budget, on time, and in a satisfactory manner. Contact your local BBB to find out if there have been any complaints filed and how these complaints were answered. If your preferred roofer does have a complaint, make sure you get answers on how it was solved.

Get Another Quote - Contacting more than one roofing company is common, just make sure your roofer is aware of this. I highly suggest you research companies before requesting a quote and then only contact your top 2 or 3 so you aren’t wasting a lot of time. You’ll be much more confident hiring a roofer if you’ve done the research rather than just asking 10 roofing companies for a quote and comparing prices. There may be a reason one company is charging peanuts.