subject: Ask A Roofer In Ottawa, Do Roofers In Ottawa Use New Materials? [print this page] Ask a Roofer in Ottawa, About Using New Materials
A vital question to ask a roofer in Ottawa before they begin work is:
Will you replace the vent flanges and flashing and not just reuse the old materials?
This is an important question to ask because this is the best time to have these things replaced.
Even if they don't look like they need to be replaced they usually should be.
Unless the repair on your roof is only a minor one, you should insist that all new flashing is used.
You'll also want to ask about what type of products do you they will be using in you roofing?
You want to ask this question for two reasons. First, is that you need to be aware of the products and materials available to help you make the decision of what you would like on your roof.
Second, is that it will help you to determine the experience and know-how level of the contractor you are dealing with.
You want to make sure that the contractor that you hire utilizes the best materials available when replacing your roof. We would recommend that you ask the contractor to show you the materials that will be put on your roof.
During the job it would be worth your while to ensure that the materials that are being used are the same materials that you were shown.
A dishonest contractor may swap a cheaper, lesser quality material in place of the high quality that you have paid for and pocket the difference.
