A Good Roofer Near Me
What should I look for in a good roofer near me?
1) Do I try to find one online?
2) Do I give them deposit money?
3) Do I check their previous job references?
4) What does their social media and web presence look like?
5) Does Google recognize them?
6) Is their presence online ONLY through paid ads?
Whatever your roofing needs, there’s a roofing contractor out there to meet that need. So, where do I even start?
Finding the Right Roofer
There are several methods to find a good contractor that can work on your particular
· Re-roof
· Repair
· New construction
They are in no particular order:
1. Do you know a friend who might refer someone they have used or heard of?
Most people have a friend, neighbor, or family member who has in the past needed some work done on their house or roof…Always start here. Even if you find out who not to use, that’s valuable information. Once you have a contact call them and ask them some of those
important questions we’re going to discuss later in this article.
2. Google Search for “roofer near me”
It’s become a societal running joke and a definite sign of the times that you can “Google It” for anything under AND above the sun these days. It’s funny cause it’s true and in this case VERY helpful. Start by:
· Opening your browser to “google.com” (although if you’re reading this you probably have already done that)
· Type in the exact words “roofer near me”
· Start calling roofers based on your needs and preferences
More than likely the paid ads will appear at the top of your search list. Some of those bigger companies are legit and some are just small companies trying to buy some reputation. Check the first few that are not paid ads (called the organic search). Those are the companies that:
o Post on their social media often
o Have relevant helpful websites
o Have good Reviews on google
All that “natural” company presence is a sign of a roofing contractor that cares about how they present to, and for the public. Paid ads are OK and a necessary part of advertising but things like:
-presence in the Organic Search results
-a website that is maintained
-a strong consistent social media presence
All these are usually a good signs of how they conduct their business. Calling the “paid ads” is easy…but take a little extra time to investigate the companies who don’t ONLY pay for leads.
3. Fill out a contact form on company websites
Every company will have a “Contact Us” form on their Facebook, Instagram, or most often their website. Simply fill out the form with the required personal information, usually:
a. First and Last Name
b. Phone number
c. Email address
Once submitted, the company will most likely call to set up some kind of inspection and/or consultation.
4. Send a message through their Social Media.
v Every social media page has a private DM button where you can contact them
v Give them your name and number if you would like them to call you
v There is usually a small box where you can leave a brief but detailed message of your need
The average response time is usually listed on their page and google definitely rewards companies that are quicker to get back to their customers. The higher in the organic search the more google feels the company will provide service and professionalism to their customers.
5. The obvious way to check out a contractor is to call them.
· It’s quick and responsive
· You can better explain your needs
· Both parties can ask clarifying questions
HOWEVER,
· Sometimes contractors can be overly aggressive
· You may not want them to have your contact info until you are sure the particular Roofing Contractor near you is legitimate
· You don’t want call backs
If you need a Roofing Contractor that you can trust, check out the company through every available resource. Many times, reading the reviews on their “Google My Business” Page can be very revealing. The ratings and the number of reviews are both relevant.
Final Thoughts
The most important thing when looking for someone to replace or build your roof is to DO YOUR RESEARCH!
a. Friends and neighbors
b. Websites
c. Social Media
Looking at all these sources is a comprehensive, smart way to look for the best Roofing Contractor near you; someone experienced, professional, and a supplier of exceptional craftsmanship.
Also it helps to learn about what makes up a roofing system. Knowing the terminology, parts, and processes helps you feel more confident about what you’re looking for.
The best place to start is always with a google search.
OR…you can just call True Line Roofing! With a 5-Star Google rating, a nice website you happen to be on, and a consistent Facebook presence, we feel WE ARE THE BEST ROOFER NEAR ME! 270.978.0239
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