What is the best way to judge an estimate?
In judging the cost of a job, you should evaluate the following: • The contractor–basing your evaluation on the likelihood that during the next three to five years, the period in which any imperfections in the roof system are most likely to occur, the contractors can be located, will stand behind his warranty, and will provide the service he promised; • The quality and completeness of the roof system recommended–making sure the complete roof system will include ventilation and waterproofing shingle underlayment (if appropriate to your region and your home’s structure • The quality of the product choices offered–expect to pay a higher price for designer or architectural shingles • The completeness of the contractor’s insurance package–protecting you from involvement in worker injuries, third person liabilities, and damages onsequential to the work being performed. MOST IMPORTANT: Never judge the value of various proposals from the lowest bid received. A low price can signal a lot of dis
