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Your home is one of your valuable assets.
And your roof is one of the most important parts of that asset – in addition to protecting you from the elements, a good metal roof can also:
That’s why it’s so important that you take good care of it.
All of this begins by making sure that you choose the right team to look after your metal roof installation!
Not only will choosing the right expert roof contractor will save you time and money, but it will also spare you from the major headaches that come with dealing with roofing issues.
Just one question before picking up the phone or signing on that dotted line: how do you know you’re getting an expert metal roofing team who can give your roof – and your home – the care and workmanship it deserves?
Will you ever entrust your biggest investment to someone who is not qualified to handle the matter well? Of course you wouldn’t!
This principle also applies to choosing a metal roofing team. A cheap quotation from a metal roof contractor isn’t always the best solution, especially if they aren’t actually qualified to work on your roof!
Roofing work requires its own license – not only that, but different types of roof have their own licenses owing to the vastly different materials and installation techniques involved.
If you’re in the market for a new metal roof, you won’t just need a licensed metal roofer – you’ll need one who’s qualified to work with metal roofing specifically!
Find out whether or not your roofer is licsensed to work with metal roofs.
With something as big as metal roofing installation, you’re naturally going to put a lot of effort into finding the right team.
For more minor jobs however such as gutter repair, many homeowners let their standards slip.
“After all, it’s just a gutter, not an entirely new roof,” they think, “so I can get a bit more flexible with who I hire.”
However, the danger of doing this can’t be ignored!
The biggest problem is that you can’t be quite as confident in the quality of their work – is it the same as that of a professional roofing contractor? Do they hold the right licenses?
A licensed metal roofing contractor will always present their certification for the licensing program by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA). They’ll also follow strict safety processes that come with metal roofing work, protecting not just them, but your home as well
Do: Check warranty and insurance
When installing a metal roofing, anything can happen. This is why you need to be sure that your right metal roofing team holds insurance that will cover you and others from any damage or accidents.
Just to be clear, this is an extremely rare occurrence when you choose a properly-trained and licensed team – that being said, it’s still something you’ll want to keep in mind!
Making sure that your contractor is insured protects you in the unlikely situation that something goes wrong.
If possible, look for roofers who offer insurance policies that cover you after the installation as well for added protection.
You get what you pay for – and when you cheap out on your metal roof, that can mean a roof that simply isn’t up for the job!
We get it, it’s a lot of money. That being said, it’s also one of the most important parts of your structure, which is why you can’t just default to the cheapest option!
Choosing a metal roofing contractor based on price alone can be downright dangerous. So instead of making a decision based on the money, instead look at things like:
When asking for a quote, it is best to never settle for the lowest bid – you will need to do your research, ask around and perform a background check on your metal roofing team.
When emergency metal roofing situations happen, you will need a metal roofing contractor that will go to you ASAP!
This goes for any tradie, but it’s especially important when it’s something as crucial as your roof.
A team of local roofing contractors will save you time thanks to their ability to get to you sooner. When it’s a roofing emergency, every single second matters – time is of the essence, which is why it’s important to go local whenever possible.
Just to be clear, this isn’t necessarily the most important factor – that said, it’s still something you’ll want to keep on top of.
Do: Check their track record
Do they have a long history of working with metal roofing or are they a new entrant into the market? Have they worked on properties like yours? Do they have the workmanship to back it up?
This sort of thing matters when choosing a team to look after your roof. In order to ensure that you’re getting the best roofing team for your property, it’s crucial that you make sure your team has a good record, with plenty of successful installations under their belt.
One place to start is by looking at their business reviews, and seeing what people say.
Another good idea is to check their tadie website. We roofers just love showing off successful jobs and boasting about what we’ve done, so this is a good bet.
You can even dip into their social media to look at their past work, or even check out how they handle client complaints!
Not all metal roofing contractors are made equal!
When choosing the right metal roofing contractor, always make sure that you decide based on:
One common mistake in particular is assuming that roof plumbing is something that a regular plumber can do.
While there’s overlap, they’re two completely separate specialisations, both of which require different training, gear and experiences – in short, it requires a specialised roof plumber.
Call Watermaster Roofing today!
Whether you need a new metal roof or a metal roof installation expert, our team of metal roofing professionals know exactly what you need.
Our experienced, qualified and certified metal roofing professionals offer a variety of metal roofing services in Melbourne’s southeast including:
Call our team of Watermaster roofing experts for a free onsite inspection on 1300 576 075 or fill in the form to request a quote from us today!
You can also visit us for metal roofing in Melbourne: pop into our headquarters at 9/22 George St Sandringham, VIC 3191, if you prefer a more hands-on approach.
