Is Getting Several Estimates A Good Thing?

Posted at www.freedomexteriorsllc.com by Bill on 10/04/2009

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.