According to the building products research firm Principia, U.S. demand for commercial roofing will increase to about 6 billion square feet of roofing products valued at around $5 billion in 2014. That is something of an indicator of how extensive the commercial roofing industry is nationwide, with as many as dozens of commercial roofing contracting companies competing for bids in the same local markets.
It is clear that business owners have many options to which they can turn for servicing their roofs. However, not all commercial roofing contractors are equal in their service efficacy, cost competitiveness, or professionalism. This certainly begs the question: what gives one contractor a competitive edge over another?
In this post, we will examine the answers to this question and look at some of the advantages contractors can gain through membership in Choice Roof Contractor Group.
What Is at Stake?
When choosing a contractor for his or her needs, a business or commercial building owner must take into account quite a few factors.
These include:
- Is the roofing contractor licensed, bonded, and insured as applicable?
- What is the contractor’s local reputation?
- What are other business owners or building owners saying about the contractor and his services?
- What factors does a contractor point to as evidence of his expertise?
- How long does the contractor take to complete work?
- Does he stick to the deadlines he is given or within which he pledges to complete work?
- What roofing products does the contractor use?
- What roof types does the contractor handle and know about?
- Does the contractor’s demeanor give assurance of his or her professionalism and expertise?
Need an Expert?
Our group works together to provide:
- Larger Base of Knowledge
- Group-Wide Accountability
- One Source for All Projects
- Set Standards for Service
- More Peace of Mind
Choice Roof Contractor Group is a nationwide alliance of independently owned commercial roofing contractors. Members meet the group’s current membership requirements and benefit from shared knowledge, sales and marketing resources, professional connections, and the experience of a larger contractor network. Additional information can be found on the commercial roofing services page.
The Choice Roof Contractor Advantage
Choice Roof Contractor Group members are independent commercial roofing businesses. Membership provides opportunities to connect with other contractors, exchange practical knowledge, access sales and marketing resources, and benefit from the experience of professionals throughout the nationwide network.
Members are required to have third-party training or certification, provide proof of insurance, demonstrate professional business conduct, and commit to the group’s values. These requirements provide a common foundation for participation in the network while allowing each contractor to operate independently.
The Choice Roof Contractor Difference
One advantage of participating in a nationwide contractor network is access to the knowledge and practical experience of other commercial roofing professionals. Contractors can exchange ideas, discuss roofing systems and application methods, share business strategies, and learn from the experiences of other members.
That collaboration can be especially useful when contractors encounter unfamiliar project conditions or want additional perspective on roofing options. Each member, however, remains responsible for evaluating its own projects, providing its own recommendations to customers, and performing its own roofing work.
Roofing Systems and Warranty Considerations
Commercial roofing systems and warranties can vary considerably depending on the manufacturer, roofing material, project conditions, and contractor. Building owners should review the specific warranty terms associated with any proposed roofing system and understand what is covered, for how long, and under what conditions.
A roofing contractor can explain the systems available for a particular building and discuss the warranty options that may apply.
Potential Energy-Saving Benefits
Reflective commercial roofing systems can reduce the amount of solar heat absorbed by a roof. Depending on the building, climate, existing roof conditions, insulation, and roofing system used, reducing roof-surface temperatures may also help reduce cooling demands.
Energy performance varies from project to project, so a building owner should evaluate the condition of the existing roof and the characteristics of the proposed roofing system before making decisions based on potential energy savings.
Summing It Up
Choosing a commercial roofing contractor requires careful research. Business owners should consider factors such as insurance, applicable licensing requirements, reputation, experience, roofing-system knowledge, professionalism, proposed materials, warranty terms, and the contractor’s ability to address the needs of the particular building.
Membership in Choice Roof Contractor Group can provide an independent contractor with professional connections, shared knowledge, sales and marketing resources, and the experience of a nationwide network. Members perform their own inspections, provide their own recommendations to customers, and perform their own roofing work.
For more information, you can contact a Choice Roof Contractor Group member serving your area.
