Storms roll across the open prairie right toward Emporia very quickly. One minute it is a calm afternoon near Emporia State University, and the next minute high winds and heavy hail test every shingle on your house. When a roof takes a beating and you need an Asphalt Shingle Replacement, the process of hiring a contractor can feel very overwhelming. Emporia Roofing Company has seen homeowners make the same costly errors over and over again because they trusted the wrong signs or skipped important questions.
Falling for the Out-of-State Storm Chaser
Right after a severe weather event hits Lyon County, magnetic truck signs pop up everywhere from out-of-town contractors. These contractors knock on doors promising a free roof and zero out-of-pocket costs. Many of these fly-by-night operations breeze out of town just as fast as they blew in. If a leak pops up six months later during a winter freeze-thaw cycle, getting them on the phone is very difficult. Emporia Roofing Company always advises homeowners to look for a local crew with a permanent physical address right here in the area.
Choosing Solely on the Lowest Bid
Everybody likes to save money, but roofing is one trade where you get what you pay for. If you get three quotes for your Asphalt Shingles and one quote is thousands lower than the rest, someone is cutting corners. They might be skipping important underlayment, reusing old flashing, or hiring cheap and untrained labor. Emporia Roofing Company has torn off plenty of budget roofs installed just a few years prior because the materials or the installation failed under standard Kansas weather stress.
Ignoring the Fine Print on Warranties
Manufacturer warranties sound great on paper, but they often come with strict installation requirements. If a contractor is not certified by the shingle manufacturer, that lifetime warranty might be completely voided the moment they pack up their ladders. Make sure you ask about both the manufacturer product warranty and the contractor workmanship warranty. Emporia Roofing Company stands behind our actual labor for years, not just months.
Taking your time to vet your contractor upfront saves you from major headaches and expensive regrets down the road. For homes and businesses in Emporia, Emporia Roofing Company provides Asphalt Shingle Replacement services.