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Any Roofers out there?

Assuming you have a shingled roof, contractors estimate it by the square. You should be able to figure how many squares your roof is and how many bundles it takes to do a square. Three I think
How many square determines the price, along with if you need a roof ripoff.
 
I look at it differently. I do not own a big company and if you can not afford materials you can not afford my labors. I am not getting shafted either. But I don't run around the neighborhood looking for work and sure as heck not out of town. But I defiantly will not finance anyone's project.
Get a couple of estimates. If they will not tell you what you a paying for find someone else.
 
mopar 3 B said:
I look at it differently. I do not own a big company and if you can not afford materials you can not afford my labors. I am not getting shafted either. But I don't run around the neighborhood looking for work and sure as heck not out of town. But I defiantly will not finance anyone's project.
Get a couple of estimates. If they will not tell you what you a paying for find someone else.
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Why wouldn't you just ask for a third of the price when you start the job?
Were talking roofing materials here
 
I've never heard of an insurance company paying for 75% of the cost of a 25 year roof that is 21 years old. What insurance company is it? I want to get a quote for my homeowner's insurance from them.
 
Well it may be standard practice in the roofing business. But I have never had to have materials bought by the customer unless it was some gay *** fruity light fixture they have to have. Not saying the roofing business isn’t legit but it just seems a little weird. Would I be a jerk if I asked him for ID and a business liscense for the state of Georgia?
 
American modern is the insurance company. Be my guest I don’t know why or how but that’s the numbers he gave me.
 
BeepBeepRR said:
Well it may be standard practice in the roofing business. But I have never had to have materials bought by the customer unless it was some gay *** fruity light fixture they have to have. Not saying the roofing business isn’t legit but it just seems a little weird. Would I be a jerk if I asked him for ID and a business liscense for the state of Georgia?
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No and ask for insurance too.
 
BeepBeepRR said:
Well it may be standard practice in the roofing business. But I have never had to have materials bought by the customer unless it was some gay *** fruity light fixture they have to have. Not saying the roofing business isn’t legit but it just seems a little weird. Would I be a jerk if I asked him for ID and a business liscense for the state of Georgia?
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You'd be foolish if you didn't ask him for that information. Not to keep on harping on this, nobody and I mean nobody should ever go up on your roof unless they are licensed and insured (liability policy) and they have workers compensation insurance on any worker who sets foot on your property. Any legit contractor should provide you with a written contract and the insurance information asked for. Best of luck to you
 
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I had my roof replaced on a home in Augusta GA in 1993. I went through 4 roofers before finding one that had a business license, insurance both liability and workers comp, and a site manager that would be onsite at all times. Had to also have references that he could show me both pics and physical buildings where I could see it and speak to the homeowner. A reputable roofing company will have all or most of these items, the ones who don't will not get into my wallet. Did the roofer I hired cost me more? Yes. Was it worth it? You bet your *** it was. One of the losers remarked to me, " Hey man, it's just a ******* roof, chill out." I told him your right, but its MY ******* roof.
 
I know a few roofers. Every one is almost to busy. Going door to door looking for work, makes me wonder. Licensed and insured. Ask to see a couple roofs he’s done and/or speak to the owners.
 
BeepBeepRR said:
Well it may be standard practice in the roofing business. But I have never had to have materials bought by the customer unless it was some gay *** fruity light fixture they have to have. Not saying the roofing business isn’t legit but it just seems a little weird. Would I be a jerk if I asked him for ID and a business liscense for the state of Georgia?
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Absolutely ask him. One reason is, something goes wrong, the first question your insurance will ask you,,was he licensed and insured? Cover your ***.
 
I found several roofers in my area through the BBB site I will call a few of them for free estimates. I really appreciate the help here I just don't do claims unless I have to. For the most part I can fix anything myself. A roof not so much. I respect all of the information you guys have given. And thanks.

Here are my plans for today.
  1. Talk to my adjuster
  2. Ask the roofer for insurance and business license info
  3. Get more estimates
Well my internet has come back.. I have searched the web for this roofing company and found bingo information on the company. I have also found 0 information on the name on the business card. Whom is supposed to be the owner.
Abel Leal. So the more I dig the less legit these guys look. Nothing anywhere on the web for them good or bad.
 
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No way in hell Mr. Door Ringer would get the job if it was me (and it has been fairly recently).
All sorts of flashing red lights and alarms going off in my head as I read the original post in this thread....
My whole adult life has been spent "in the trades" - in other words, I know contractors (I "R" one)
and how the good ones (and the shady ones) operate and this just sounds wonky as hell to me.

As others have posted, get reputable companies in the area to come look and offer a price.
Research hell out of it - consult all manner of reference sources, including the insurance company
themselves (who do keep a list of contractors they use). Heck, look folks up on Yelp and Google, the BBB
and all that jazz. Speak with the roofing suppliers; they know "the good ones".
Every bit helps.

As part of my own "bucket list" (remember, mine is different - my list is what I feel must be done before
I kick the bucket for good), all the roofs out here on the ridge have been replaced within the last 5 years -
and all with 50-year metal.
House, porches, shelters, garage - there's a lot of roofs out here.
Some of them I did with the help of my buddy; others were contracted out as I deteriorated.
I had papers in hand (insurance, warranties, performance bonds, etc.) before a soul set foot out here.
I will not leave a mess.... the wife is in good shape when things go sideways for me for good.
 
I agree the more I look into this company the less I find. Its like they just materialized out of nowhere. I will do my due diligence and get it done. Seemed a little weird in the beginning and even more weird now. I too have been in the trades most of my life but know little about roofing. So I will get this done and most likely not by them. They just seem to be fishy.
 
It is a common scam. Kind of like the asphalt companies that come around with "leftovers" and want to do you a quick driveway job. They get your money, and you get black oily garbage spread on your driveway before they haul *** away with the money. Out of town "travelers" is what they used to be called. They prey on elderly and naive customers that live in places that look nice enough to make them think you have money. These type of jobs never end well for the victim. ("customer")
 
Down here in Flariduh!, we call them Irish Travelers. Most have license plates from up North and we only see them in the winter. Mostly roofers and pavers. But all seem to like doing work for the elderly.

My bro-in-law has worked for one of the largest roofers in Palm beach County. I want to ask him today if they take material deposits for residential jobs. My guess is no.

On a side note, as a shop owner, I generally don't take deposits. Your collateral is sitting in my shop.
 
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It is a common scam. Kind of like the asphalt companies that come around with "leftovers" and want to do you a quick driveway job. They get your money, and you get black oily garbage spread on your driveway before they haul *** away with the money. Out of town "travelers" is what they used to be called. They prey on elderly and naive customers that live in places that look nice enough to make them think you have money. These type of jobs never end well for the victim. ("customer")
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Yea Gypsies.... If they think my neighborhood has money they are barking up the wrong trees.. The houses here are the next step up from a mobile home. Only thing different was I didnt have to remove the wheels.
 
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When they rolled into the neighborhood one crew was in a Mercedes the other I think a BMW. They had FL tags on both cars. I was suspicious then and now very suspicious. The next time they show up its in a brand new ford pickup with drive out plates on it. Again I appreciate all the help guys.. I will do my best not to get ripped off.
 
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