Always vet a roofer before hiring them to make sure they’re qualified for the job. To quickly narrow down your options, focus your search on residential and commercial roofing contractors. Hiring local roofers also has other advantages.  

These are: 

Familiarity With the Local Climate and Building Codes

No matter how durable your roof is, it won’t last long if it’s not suited to the local climate. To find out which roofing materials are suited to your area’s climate, you can consult a roof replacement contractor. Since they’re familiar with the local climate and building codes, they can make better recommendations. 

Quality Workmanship and The Personal Touch 

Local contractors are known for their personalized service and quality workmanship. After all, local businesses rely on the support of their community and as such they need to maintain their local reputation. 

Supporting the Local Economy 

It’s estimated that 68% of every $100 spent at a locally owned business stays within the local economy. 

Fast Response Times 

Fast response times are vital to mitigating storm damage, which can affect other parts of your home if they’re not immediately fixed. Since local contractors are located near your home, they can arrive on-site faster. 

Important note: as a general rule, you should schedule a roof inspection after an extreme weather event. The sooner storm damage is detected and repaired, the lower the risk it will affect other parts of your home. 

What if there aren’t any visible signs of storm damage? It would still be a good idea to schedule a roof inspection. That’s because it takes time for the warning signs of storm damage to appear. By the time they do emerge, it’s already too late to mitigate storm damage. 

Your Professional Roofer, a company with an A+ rating with the BBB®, offers a wide range of professional exterior services, including roofing repair and replacement services. To request an estimate, call us at (636) 866-5660 or fill out this form.