Vancouver has no shortage of roofers, and quality varies widely. Use this checklist to separate the professionals from the rest before you hand over a deposit.
Questions to ask before hiring
- Are you licensed, insured, and WorkSafeBC covered? (Ask to see proof.)
- Can you provide local references and recent reviews?
- Will I get a fixed, written, itemized quote?
- Does the quote include tear-off, ventilation, flashing, and cleanup?
- What's your workmanship warranty, and how long have you operated locally?
- Will you pull the necessary permits?
Red flags
Be wary of door-to-door pressure, large upfront deposits, no written contract, and prices quoted without seeing the roof. Reputable Vancouver roofers don't operate that way.
Choose local and accountable
An established local company has a reputation to protect and will be here to honour the warranty. That accountability is worth more than a slightly lower bid from an out-of-town crew.
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