How Do Bad Roofers Cut Corners?

There are instances where homeowners encounter inferior roofing contractors that take shortcuts during a roofing project. They most likely hired them since they didn’t know any better, or it’s their first time going about a roofing project. This goes to show how important it is to vet your roofing contractor before starting a project. In this post, your trusted roof repair contractor, Summit Roofing & Restoration, Inc., shares how bad roofing contractors cut corners in roofing projects.

• Inadequate Amount of Nails. Some second-rate roofing contractors choose to use less nails on your roof as long as it appears “secured”. However, this could lead to long-term problems as your roof can be easily blown off by high winds, leading to water infiltration and moisture issues.

• Subcontracting the Job. While this isn’t outright wrong, you should observe your roofing contractor when they decide to offer a low bid. They could have the capacity to give this offer since they’ll let unqualified contractors handle the job in their stead. As a result, you could end up with a poorly-done job that’s far from your goals.

• Using Second-Rate Materials. Granted, this factor can be greatly affected by your budget, but remember that a roofing project is a long-term investment that requires significant preparation and investment, so it’s a good idea to use quality materials for your project. However, some contractors will try to pull a fast one on you and use poor quality materials instead, assuming that you don’t know the difference. Even if you are aware of its usage, you need to be aware that it won’t last as long as quality roofing materials.

From small projects to more complex jobs, you can count on Summit Roofing & Restoration, Inc. to deliver quality results. We offer a variety of services including storm damage repair, roof replacement, and more. Call us at Dyersburg: (731) 206-3821 or Atoka: (901) 676-7449 or fill out our contact form to request a free estimate.