When hiring roofers to carry out a repair or a full reconstruction, it’s vital you are enlisting the help of a reputable and trusted company. Roofing scams are becoming more and more rife, and can leave you seriously out of pocket. Not to mention, they can actually cause more harm to your roof than good. In this blog, we share a few tips to avoid common scams and ensure you are hiring a qualified company.
1. Don’t Hire Door-To-Door Roofers
Many con artists pose as licensed roofers who were passing by your house and “just happened” to see a problem with your roof. Whilst you may initially think these people have good intentions, it’s sadly much more likely to be a scam. So, if someone knocks on your door and claims to be able to fix an issue with your roof, it’s a good idea to politely decline. Instead, get in touch with a reputable company to carry out an inspection.
2. Get Several Quotes
Before having any work carried out on your property, getting a range of quotes is always recommended. This is no different for roofing services. Having multiple quotes from a variety of companies means you can be sure you are being charged a fair price and are much less likely to be scammed.
3. Don’t Pay Upfront
Never pay upfront for any property works or services. Unfortunately, if you do, you are subject to a number of risks. For instance, a scammer may significantly overcharge you, never show up to complete the work, or carry out a total bodge job. It can be incredibly hard to get your money back once a scammer has run off with it, so always make sure you only pay after the work has been completed and you are happy with it.
4. Check Reviews & Work History
Another way to avoid scammers is by always checking a company’s reviews. Most reputable roofers will have a Google Business Profile or social media pages with recent reviews from customers. However, be sure to take this with a pinch of salt as some scammers pay to have reviews written. A good alternative is to use websites such as CheckATrade to book a guaranteed professional.
Reputable Roofers At RWG Roofing
With over a decade of experience in our field, our team consistently provides exceptional roofing services. We are fully trained and qualified, so you can rely on us to safely deliver quality workmanship. In addition to roofing, we also carry out chimney services. For more information, or to obtain a free quote, please get in touch today.
