“How do I know if a construction company is reputable?” We have compiled a list of guidelines to help.
Is the company registered or licensed?
Here in Oklahoma, roofers are required to be registered with the state. The website to find out if a roofing contractor is registered and in “good standing” is cib.ok.gov. If the company is not registered or is not listed in “good standing,” you may want to find a different company.
Is the company insured?
Insurance protects you as the homeowner if a worker was to get hurt or something on your property were to get damaged. For a roofing contractor, a minimum of $500,000 worth of coverage for general liability is needed. A workers’ compensation policy is also necessary.
Is the company accredited through the BBB?
The BBB conducts a background check on registered businesses plus they read through the company’s website to make certain that nothing is misleading. The BBB can help you make an informed choice and gives you a forum to either praise or complain about a contractor if desired.
Check out the company’s reviews.
Reviews from many platforms like Google and the BBB should give you an idea of how a company takes care of its customers.
Is the company responsive to calls and emails?
The number of times I have heard that a roofing contractor never returned a customer’s call is innumerable. If a contractor doesn’t return your call or email within a reasonable amount of time, this might be a warning sign about the company’s reputation.
Does the company show up on time?
To me, this is the most important one. I have heard story after story of contractors never calling to let customers know that they will be late or even not showing up at all. Timeliness is an easy indicator of a company’s reputation.
Bottom line — a reputable company isn’t hard to spot if you know what to look for. If you want to verify Green Country Roofing checks every one of these boxes, we welcome the research.
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