When Should You Pay Your Roofer?

Hiring a professional roofing company ensures the quality of the job and adherence to ethical payment practices. This article provides a comprehensive guide on when to pay your roofer.

Payment Schedule

A clear payment schedule must be established before work begins, outlining due amounts at different stages to protect homeowners and contractors. This schedule typically includes a deposit, progress payments, and a final payment upon completion and satisfactory inspection.

Deposits

It’s standard for reputable roofing contractors to ask for a deposit. This initial payment is essential in procuring the materials necessary for your project. Ensure that the deposit amount is a reasonable percentage of the total project cost; a figure too high should raise caution.

Milestone Payments

Milestone payments are a method of tracking the progress of a roofing project, tied to specific phases like roof removal, installation, and cleanup. They ensure satisfaction by paying for completed work and managing the project’s quality and timeliness.

Final Payment

After completing a roofing project, conducting a thorough inspection is crucial. The final payment should only be released once the job is completed to your standards, confirming the work’s completion and reinforcing the trust between homeowner and contractor.

Avoiding Full Upfront Payments

If a contractor asks for complete payment before beginning any work, you should proceed with caution. Reputable, well-established roofers rarely make such requests. Complete upfront payments take away a large amount of the homeowner’s negotiating power and could result in a project that is not completed to their satisfaction.

Summit Roofing & Restoration, Inc. adheres to industry best practices, ensuring clients are protected and comfortable throughout the process. Call us at (901) 430-1974 or fill out our contact form to learn more about our services. We work with homeowners in Atoka, TN, and surrounding areas.