Whether you are building a new home or need to replace the roof on an existing one, you’ll need an experienced roofing contractor to do the work. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, a roofer earns a mean annual income of about $52,000. With that price point, you can gauge if you're being low-balled based on experience. A well-done and newly installed roof can provide homeowners with a significant return on their investment and a great value. Here are four things to look for in a local roofing contractor before choosing one to help ensure you get the best results.

1. References

You should try your best to hire a contractor with proven success in the roofing industry and have references and work samples. References from prior customers can help to attest to the quality of the work done and the contractor’s professional nature. Digital photographs of prior work done can show you the quality of work and the types of materials used. References and work samples can go a long way toward affirming the quality of work and experience that a roofing contractor has to offer.

2. Proven Experience

It’s important for a local roofing contractor to have installed similar roofs in the past. Virtually all contractors have installed asphalt shingles, which in our experience, by far are the most used material. You might want something else, though, like a roof made with wood shingles or roofing tiles, or maybe a metal roof. Whatever material you might prefer you should try to hire a roofing contractor who has lots of experience with it.

3. Detailed Estimates

A good local roofing contractor should give you a very detailed cost estimate that clearly shows where your money would be spent. The estimate should include the materials, equipment, and labor to install your roof. It should include details about the scope of work, including if it includes final cleanup work. The estimate also should say how long it would take to install the roof in good weather.

4. No Subcontractors

Your choice of a roofing contractor should include one that guarantees that the contractors themselves will be working on the roof. Even if you choose the best company with the most experienced managers, if they're not actually performing the work, there's no guarantee that it'll be great. When a company actually performs the work they're contracted to do, that's a sign that it'll come out right the first time.

Are you looking to have roof work done? Look no further than MFA Roofing LLC! We bring over 20 years of experience to every job. You can call to learn more about our roofing services and get a free estimate for a roof installation.