[QUOTE=Arctic Fox;1822557]We are (hopefully) coming to the end of our search for a contractor to replace our roof
We have two good quotes: McHale & McGinnis (and we do not want to go out for more quotes)
Before you make your selection, INFORM (arm) yourself with some really intelligent questions, and then listen CAREFULLY for any "dodges" (excuses about why they don't do this or that, in other words, political double speak). Here are a couple examples, but don't go by these, talk to someone with "no horse in the race" and make sure you understand skills and TECHNIQUES. Many in our community are more concerned with how FAST they complete a job, but not concerned at all about which NAIL strips they use (6 to a foot, 10, 12 ? This makes a HUGE difference, but most will tell you what they use is "more than sufficient"... of course they will not be here when we get a major storm). Find someone to explain to you (not someone in the business right now) how a proper valley is done, and how a contractor can save money when doing a job). Yes, it's an extra step, but it's worth the time because to do the research, and a skilled RETIRED roofer can tell you all the ways a customer can be convinced to accept a "down and dirty" (in and out) job. A trip to a QUALITY
contractor's office to have them show you the various kinds of nail strips, how close or far from each they can be placed, how the drains and valleys can be done and how they SHOULD be done, will make you a wise consumer ! Also remember, the "crew" that did the house down the street, may, or may not, be the same crew that will do yours. Roofers are well aware of how to "get it done", and are often under great pressure as time IS money and materials DO make a difference.
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