The last few days I have been receiving information on roofing new products.  CertainTeed Manufacturing is now offering a reflective shingle that qualifies for the $1500 tax credit.  Before, the only color that was reflective and "cooler" was bright white.  Their new product is reflective and yet you can get it in many of the most popular darker colors.  I am hearing about a shingle that will be introduced soon that will generate electricity.  You will be able to assist your energy needs with this roof product.  I have not heard what the price is or the payback time.  When I do, I will let you know.

I began to think about how quickly innovation is changing our lives.  Who would have thought, only a few years ago, that a roofing company would be able to have a live radar at every job site.  We use wireless internet. I can't tell you the times I have called one of our foremen to let him know rain was moving his direction.  Who would have thought that we would be able to look at a roof system while on the phone with a customer and talk about issues with them in real time.  We look at and measure many roof systems with an internet system we now have the rights to.  New improved felt, nails, starters, venting, it goes on and on.

The one thing that has not changed, or ever will if I have my way, is the personal care we take when replacing a roof.  All the things I have shared with you above mean nothing if we do not have the skill to install the materials properly.  The heart of a craftsman is required for you to get the best roof system.  Our making sure that the materials are installed correctly and your home or business is protected from damage.  We all tend to look at the big picture but it is really a multitude of little steps that determines the outcome.  As I write this on a overcast, rainy morning, I am pleased to report our phones are not ringing with unhappy customers who's new roofs have leaks. 

Reward enough!

Bill

When homeowners began to think about having work done on their home, usually several estimates are ask for.  Many times they are left more confused than before.  The problem is that every person they talk to gives them different ideas, protocols for installation, and pricing.  The big question is how to compare the quotes on an equal bases.  Certain roofin companies will only give you basic information.  Remember, if a company is vague with what they are going to do and how they are going to do it, it is usually to their advantage, not yours.  The best way to compare companies is to use the following thoughts.

1.  If they don't say they are going to use a material or perform a certain function, they are probably not going to.

2.  If you ask if they are going to use a certain material or do something special, they will usually say yes, because they now know it is important to you.

3.  If they don't offer proof of insurance and State Licenses, they probably don't have them to offer.

4.  If they don't offer references first, they don't want you to talk to their clients.

5.  If they don't share the name and manufacture of the materials they are going to use, they are probably going to get by as cheaply as they can.

Just listen to what they have to say and what they dont say.  You will learn as much that way as by asking questions.  We at Freedom Exteriors are proud of our credentials, they cost a lot of money and more importantly, it is the right thing to do.  We are proud of the installation protocol we use, and we are proud of the high quality materials we use on each job.  I believe that any good company would be and work hard not to be vague.

All we ask is that when you get your 2 or 3 estimates, allow us to be one of those 2 or 3 companies and let us prove how good we can be for you.