[Pairadocs]

Information we've received concerning roofing contractors has been overwhelming, but have narrowed it down to two: AAA and Noland. Anyone had personal (not hearsay) experience with either of these ?

[villagetinker]

Never heard of either of these, please do a check with the BBB and Seniors Against Crime, then check on license and insurance, and finally, you might want to call your insurance carrier to see if they have any info or these company, as they will be insuring the roof.

[retiredguy123]

McGinnis

[Topspinmo]

Battterbees was only ones I trusted.

[Pairadocs]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

Never heard of either of these, please do a check with the BBB and Seniors Against Crime, then check on license and insurance, and finally, you might want to call your insurance carrier to see if they have any info or these company, as they will be insuring the roof.

Thank you so much. We've already done all of that background work, that's how we narrowed down to these two, checked out all licensing number with the state, we don't put a great deal of confidence in BBB, but these two do have the highest rating. We did not narrow down according to lowest total cost as we are more interested in the TECHNIQUES used (or not used....LOL!) to do the peaks and valley work, etc. If you know roofing, and I have a feeling you do by the many great posts you make, you know there are a LOT of shortcuts ! Number of nails to a strip for instance... can make a huge different in the profit for roofer and a LOT of future headaches for "us" the home owners !

[tophcfa]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

McGinnis

That’s who we used. They did a great job at a fair price.

[Pairadocs]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

McGinnis

We had a LONG list, but now have narrowed it down to the two mentioned. Have you personally used either ? If so, would welcome your experience.

[Pairadocs]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

McGinnis

We had a LONG list, but now have narrowed it down to the two mentioned. Have you personally used either ? If so, would welcome your experience. Thank you so much, would really appreciate your input on the two mentioned. We've eliminated McGinnis and, wow, a whole long list to get to where we are at this point.

[jrref]

I was talking to a manager at Batterbees and there is a spec or roofing code that roofers have to meet concerning the number of nails per shingle, type of shingle for the starter course, etc.. Its a state code and if not done properly the roof shingle manufacturer will not warranty the job. I doubt the major roofers here in the Villages will be taking shortcuts since they have to warranty the installation in an area here where we usually get at least one hurricane per year.

Also, remember the salesman will tell you what you want to hear so whomever you choose make sure you watch them to make sure they are doing the installation to your specification.

[Pairadocs]

Originally Posted by Topspinmo

Battterbees was only ones I trusted.

Have you had personal experience with the two we've narrowed down to ? We eliminated the one you mentioned, but hope to make a decision based the two left on our list. Thank you so much if you'd share on either, really appreciate it.

[Pairadocs]

Originally Posted by jrref

I was talking to a manager at Batterbees and there is a spec or roofing code that roofers have to meet concerning the number of nails per shingle, type of shingle for the starter course, etc.. Its a state code and if not done properly the roof shingle manufacturer will not warranty the job. I doubt the major roofers here in the Villages will be taking shortcuts since they have to warranty the installation in an area here where we usually get at least one hurricane per year.

Also, remember the salesman will tell you what you want to hear so whomever you choose make sure you watch them to make sure they are doing the installation to your specification.

Thank you. We relied heavily on information from the state to narrow to the final two. Since we are native Floridians from south Florida, actually most hurricanes never reach this part of Florida. usually tropical storms by the time they get this far inland. You are correct about the state standards, but it seems that many do NOT adhere to them ! Just like all builders in our state do not follow all requirements. But, if you have experience with the two we've narrowed our list to, would really appreciate your sharing your personal experience, thanks so much.

[TSO/ISPF]

what criteria did you use to select those two?

[Pairadocs]

Originally Posted by TSO/ISPF

what criteria did you use to select those two?

Tied to give a summary in my original post, but to get it down to the two we leaned heavily on state of Florida department of consumer affairs, but also checked out the usual sources, the BBB, Seniors against Crime, etc. (which we don't put a lot of confidence in but did consider), asked relatives (also natives Floridians) in Clermont (head office of one company). Relative (brother in law) said very old reliable companies, but no personal experience. Then as an aside did check on line reviews, both phenomenal 5 stars but not a lot of confidence. Most confident of the state's information on both but have to make a final decision and hoping to get experiences from fellow village residents. We are not trying to get lowest price necessarily. Did the best we could to eliminate any companies that used "door knockers" and participated in the scenario of a free roof... that proved to be a deeper dive, but it is possible to find which companies have filed these law suits that end in capitulation by insurance companies due to the expense of on going litigation. That's about all we could do, so now just wanted to know if anyone would share their personal dealings with one or both !

[bimmertl]

Originally Posted by Pairadocs

We had a LONG list, but now have narrowed it down to the two mentioned. Have you personally used either ? If so, would welcome your experience.

Used McGinnis to replace the roof on our Premier home 6 weeks ago.

They did a great job and were the lowest price of the three estimates we received.

Highly recommended.

[Bogie Shooter]

Conclusion, nobody used either one.🤷🏼