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3 Reasons to Hire a Roofing Contractor Before you ‘Do it Yourself’
We all love a good DIY project! It allows us to be creative, feel challenged and accomplished, while saving money and implementing our aesthetics and design. The most popular Vero Beach home improvement, DIY projects include floor installations, kitchen remodeling, solar panel installation, and roofing to name a few.
When it comes to DIY roofing projects, many Treasure Coast homeowners are looking to fix a leak, replace an old roof, or improve the insulation of their home to increase energy efficiency.
Whatever the task, we highly recommend hiring a pro! In short, repairing or installing your own roof is very risky! That is unless you happen to be a licensed roofer yourself.
#1: The lack of experience can result in very costly repairs after a DIY roofing project.
Roof inspections, repairs, and installations are one of the most vital home improvement tasks for many Vero Beach property owners. And depending on your background, you may not be well versed or have a depth of knowledge about common practices in the industry.
Keep in mind the tests and proof of experience a roofer must demonstrate to receive certification in Florida. Here is an excerpt taken directly from Florida DBPR (Department of Business and Professional Regulation) for the CILB 5-I- Certified Roofing Contractor as an individual.
A roofer must demonstrate the following:
- Examination: Individuals seeking licensure as a CERTIFIED contractor, except for Swimming Pool Specialty contractors, must first take and pass a state certification examination.
- Experience/Education: Applicants are required to have four years of experience or a combination of college and experience.
This is not a complete listing of all experience/education requirements; please see the application’s instruction page for complete information.
When repairing or installing a roof, there are many similarities from property to property. The difference, however, is in the condition. There are several conditions that may affect the need for a repair or roof installation, making each property unique in its own right.
A separate set of materials, tools, equipment, and instructions are needed with each new project. As a homeowner, you may intend to thoroughly research and take every precaution, however, it does not equate to the years of knowledge and experience to that of a licensed Vero Beach roof contractor.
#2: DIY roofing projects are not always worth the safety risk.
Many Treasure Coast homeowners are not accustomed to the safety measures necessary to work on a roof.
For example, at Modtek Roofing, we wear harnesses to ensure our team members remain safely on the roof. You may have a harness yourself, but lack of knowledge, and improper wear, however, renders it useless
Additionally, most homeowners may not be used to walking on their roofs. Remember, you may be 20 feet above the ground, and a slip can result in serious injuries.
A professional roofer not only has the training and equipment to repair the roof, but they also have the experience to ensure the job is done safely. And not to mention, in the unfortunate event that something goes wrong, they are well insured.
#3: Roofing repairs and installations can cost more money and take more time than you think.
Let us consider this scenario, one that we see often. You notice the roof on your Vero Beach home is leaking. After much research and consideration, you decide to “DIY” it. It takes a few days, maybe a weekend. You have done a great job at ensuring it does not impede on the family’s schedule; the kids are at a friend’s house, and the wife is at work. You feel great! You saved the family money.
A couple of weeks go by, and you notice the flashing or a few shingles are sliding off the roof. You are perplexed as to why this may be occurring. You then call a roofing contractor to do a proper roof inspection. After all, like Modtek Roofing, most roofing companies offer a free inspection.
The roofing contractor thoroughly inspects the roof, and as it turns out, it’s much worse than you thought. Not only is it going to cost more money, but all the time it took to do the repairs was for nothing.
Sometimes the best option when considering time and money is to hire a professional.
Modtek Roofing Inc. is a contracting roof company in Vero Beach, Florida. We believe in excellent customer service and client relations, providing roofing repairs and installation services to South Florida residents at fair prices.
If you are interested in learning more about our Vero Beach Roofing Company, feel free to call us at 772-617-2624.
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