Not Sure Which Indianapolis Roofer to Call? Ask These 3 Questions.

We’ll cut to the chase. If you need a new roof or a roof repair in the greater Indianapolis area, you’ve got a ton of choices for roof contractors. But choosing the wrong one could cost you in the long run — or even cost you upfront.

Here are three easy questions to ask when you’re trying to choose a reputable Indianapolis roofer.

Question #1: Are You Licensed, Bonded and Insured?

You’ll hear roofers toss around a lot of terms to give their customers peace of mind. Licensed, bonded, insured — but what does that actually mean for you and your new roof?

Turns out, all three of those terms are equally important. Here’s the scoop.

Licensed

A licensed roofer has a General Contractor License with the City of Indianapolis. The General Contractor License means that the city has verified that all of the contractor’s ducks are in a row and you’re safe to have them work on your roof.

If something bad happens during your roof installation or repair, the licensed roofer is on the hook to pay the bill. If you work with an unlicensed roofer, you’re responsible for any personal injury or property damage they cause, including additional roof repairs if they screw things up majorly.

Bonded

A bonded roofer has been granted a surety bond that says they’re bound to do the work they’re contractually obligated to do. And if they don’t, the surety pays out to you directly.

This just means that if a bonded roofer tries to dip out of the contract they signed with you, you’ve got some money coming your way. Cha-ching!

Insured 

An insured roofer has a Certificate of Insurance that they’ve presented to the City of Indianapolis. That certificate verifies that the contractor has a general liability policy and Workman’s Compensation Insurance.

This basically boils down to saying that if things go haywire and the roofer causes personal injury or property damage, there’s a payout in place to make things right.

Licensed, Bonded, Insured — Which One Do I Want In My Roofer?

You want ‘em all!

Choosing a roofer that’s licensed, bonded and insured gives you the ultimate peace of mind. If the roofer tries to back out of your contract, or if something goes wrong during installation or repair, there are safeguards in place to make things right and put money back in your pocket.

If you’ve read this far, you’ve already found a licensed, bonded and insured roofer right here in Indianapolis. Give Bryant Roofing Systems a call and get your roof work done the right way.

Question #2: Are Your “Free” Estimates Really Free?

A new roof isn’t exactly a drop in the bucket. Every dollar matters when you’re eyeing a roof replacement or repair, but some of the tricker roofers across Indianapolis will start nickel-and-diming you from the get-go.

A lot of Indianapolis roofers say they do free estimates, but they have a very loose definition of “free.” Here’s what to look out for to keep those dollars in your pocket.

Are There Any Other Fees?

“Free estimates” is usually code for “Well, the ESTIMATE is free, but the rest of the process isn’t.”

Keep your eyes and ears peeled for any of these phrases on the phone or on paperwork, and you’ll probably discover that your “free” estimate isn’t actually free:

• Inspection fee
• Consultation fee
• Service fee
• Visitation fee

Are There Any Strings Attached?

Here’s a feel-bad situation. You call a roofer out to assess your roof damage, they go through with the inspection, then tell you the estimate is free… but only if you sign an agreement with them to get the work done.

So now you’ve got two choices:

1. Sign on with the roofer who’s holding your money hostage.
2. Kick the roofer to the curb and pony up the cash for a useless estimate. That means going through the same old song and dance to find a new roofing contractor who might charge you for another estimate, too.

Always, always check to see what strings are attached to your free estimate. It will save you some major headaches and some major dough.

Get an Honestly Free Estimate

Want a roof estimate that’s actually, honestly free? As in, “no fine print, no fees, no gotchas, no funny business” free? Bryant Roofing Systems has your back.

We don’t charge a penny for any step in the estimate process. Driving out to your home, inspecting your roof, generating your estimate, our crew’s time — it’s all on the house.

And if you decide to go with someone else after getting an estimate from Bryant Roofing Systems? Don’t sweat it, you still don’t owe us a dime. Get your honestly free estimate and see if we’re the right fit for your roof woes.

Question #3: What Warranties Do You Offer?

Not all warranties are created equal. Here’s a quick brief on the types of warranties roofers typically offer, and the pointed questions you should ask before you sign off on your roof work.

Workmanship Warranty

If a goof on the contractor’s part is the cause of your roof issues, a workmanship warranty will cover the cost to fix it within a certain period of time.

The key here is to check how long the warranty lasts and what all is covered under the warranty. Ideally, it should cover labor, materials and damages to your property.

Manufacturer / Material Warranty

If faulty shingles or other materials are the cause of your roof problems, a manufacturer warranty will cover the replacement and installation costs within a certain period of time.

Again, make sure you check the duration of the warranty as well as what all’s covered.

Extended Warranty

A lot of roofers and manufacturers will offer extended warranties, if you plan on being in your home longer than the standard warranty covers. Extended warranties cost a bit extra, but they can help you sleep better at night.

We’ve Got Warranties Out the Wazoo

Here at Bryant Roofing Systems, our work is backed by a 15-year standard workmanship warranty and an optional 50-year material warranty. That’s a lot of fancy words to say that we’ve got you and your roof covered for the long run.

And if shingles are your thing, we’ve earned our Master Shingle Applicator™ Certification from CertainTeed. That lets us offer more comprehensive shingle warranties than other Indianapolis roofers.

Call On Bryant Roofing Systems

We don’t like to toot our own horn, but if you’re looking for a reputable roofing company in Indianapolis, you can’t do much better than Bryant Roofing Systems. We’re a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business with an A+ rating for a dang good reason.

Between our status as a licensed, bonded and insured roofer and our better-than-the-other-guys warranties, you’ve got premium protection that your new roof will get done the right way.

And with our actual, honest to gosh free estimates, it costs you zilch to have us come out and see how we might be able to help.

Feel free to grill us on the questions in this article — and any other ones you’ve got bouncing around your noggin. We want to make 200% sure you jive with us before you decide you’re ready to rock.

Get your truly free estimate today and see why Bryant Roofing Systems is the right fit.