The foundation is the most important aspect of your building. If the foundation is not right the rest of the building will incorrect. When it comes to concrete you really need to be careful in selecting your contractor. Some trades are easy to correct if something goes wrong but concrete is meant to be permanent. Here are a few tips to selecting a great concrete contractor.
Steps To Selecting A Good Contractor
Do you home work. You should ask friends and family if they have used a local contractor that performed a quality job for them.
Search for a contractor via the Internet. Any contractor that can invest into a strong Internet presence has a level of credibility. You can do a search like "concrete contractor Boise" and you will get a list of local Boise contractors.
Next type in each contractors name + reviews and get an overview of what others have said about them.
Narrow your search down to 3-5 companies you feel comfortable with and receive an estimate from them.
Dont choose based on price alone! This is a mistake a lot of people make not realizing that a super low price is often leaving out quality ingredients that produce a quality product. Typically lower prices are offered by contractors with less experience as a way to win over a customer. A balance between price and quality should be struck to get the best job.
After your job is completed to your satisfaction make sure you get online and give your contractor a great review.
Presidential style roofing shingles have long been the crown of glory on homes across America. They are twice as thick as standard architectural laminate shingles and have a very unique architectural design. Not only do they have an incredible aesthetic quality they are like armor on your roof. These thick tri-laminate (3 laminated layers) carry a 50 year warranty and up to a 130 mph wind rating.
Here are some pictures and a slide show of tri-laminate shingles by GAF. Some of them are Grand Canyon and others are Grand Sequoia.
Just a few photos to get you dreaming about your next roof in Tacoma!
Homeowners are always curious about metal roofing in Tacoma Wa. Everyone thinks its a great idea, they like the look and especially the thought of not having to re-roof again for 50+ years. Unfortunately most people see the price tag and then immediately think its not worth it.
The Price Of Metal Roofing In Tacoma WA
A good average price for a composition roof in Tacoma WA is around $350-500 dollars per sq. That is for a 1 layer tear-off on a roof with slope that is walk-able with an architectural laminate shingle. A metal roof can range from $600-$900 per square depending on pitch and the type of material you select.
Lets apply that equation to a 25 square job or 2,500 square feet of roofing, which is the average size of a roof. For a composition roof of that size with the above mentioned conditions you are looking at paying $8,750-12,000. For a metal roof the price range will be from $15,000-22,500. That's where most people write off a metal roof in Tacoma.
Roof Life And Frequency Of Roof Replacement
There is another factor in this equation that most people do not consider. Most architectural laminate roofs last 17-23 years depending on how well they are maintained. A new metal roof lasts 50+ years. If you plan on living in your home and keeping it in the family you will replace a composition roof 3 times before having to do anything with your metal roof. Now your job costs looks a little different doesn't it. In a 50 year span you are now looking at $27,000-36,000 for your laminate shingles and the hassle of replacing your roof numerous times.
A new metal roof in Tacoma is a great investment into your home which raises its value and can lower your insurance rates. If you are interested in a new metal roof call 253-445-8950. Chase Construction North West, Inc has been providing certified quality roofing services in Tacoma for 12 years with 20+ years of experience.
There are many types of roofing shingles and manufacturers to choose from. Everybody seems to have their pitch as to why their shingle is the best and or why they install a specific type of shingle in Tacoma. I would like to present a case for what I believe is the best roofing shingle based on recent technological advancements and industry leadership. This is my opinion as a Tacoma roofing contractor with over 20 years of experience. For a free estimate or more information call today at 253-445-8950.
I want to preface my following support for GAF roofing shingles by saying I do install other shingles when requested by the home owner. In the past I have used one manufacturer or the other for seasons so I have a pretty wide base of experience with just about every type of roofing shingle out there. My company was an ELK "Peak Performance" roofing contractor before the merger with GAF. My decision to make a heavy commitment to the GAF roofing corporation is based on a change they made to their shingle and warranties in 2011. Here are the facts that set their shingles apart in a nutshell:
1) They released the first ever limited lifetime roofing shingle into the market.
2) They were the first to offer the 50 year limited warranty on their architectural laminate shingles based on the advances mat technology and extensive testing their shingles underwent.
3) After the extreme shingle testing their shingles passed all of the underwriters laboratory's greatest testing method proving their new shingle to be the best on the market and worthy of the 50 year warranty. 4) Other roofing manufacturers offer limited lifetime shingles based only on the fact that they had to be able to keep up with the Jones's so to speak. They made no changes to their mat to justify the extended warranties. 5) GAF offers the best system warranties on the market when installed by a certified contractor or Master Elite contractor. The Golden Pledge warranty offers 100% coverage on ALL roofing components for 50 years, 25 year manufacturer backed labor and workmanship coverage, all dump fees, tear-off fees and is transferable to the next owner 1 time for free! 6) GAF/ELK has been in the roofing manufacturing business for 125 years and is the largest manufacturer in America. 7) Their contractor programs are very selective. For instance there are only 15 GAF Master Elite contractors in Washington that can offer the Golden Pledge warranty. Master Elite contractors have gone through stringent approval regulations and testing to qualify making them a very safe choice for a Tacoma Roofing Contractor.
GAF Extreme Shingle Testing Video
Hire The Best Tacoma Roofer Today!
With the combination of the only true limited lifetime shingles, the long history of leadership in the roofing industry and having the best roofing contractors vying for a spot on the Master Elite contractor team you cant go wrong with GAF. Chase Construction North West, Inc is a GAF Master Elite Contractor and a Tacoma Roofer. We specialize in all types of roofing applications for both steep and low slope, commercial and residential roofing. Call us today for a free no obligation estimate at 253-445-8950 or visit our online estimate request form. We will contact you shortly!
Check out some recent projects as premium Tacoma Roofers!
How To Safely Hire A Tacoma Roofing Contractor & Check Their Online Reviews
Re-roofing in Tacoma, Washington can be quite an undertaking. I do want to assure every home owner reading this that the process of installing a new roof on your home can be safe and pleasant. There are a few things you can do as a home or business owner before you hire a Tacoma roofing contractor. Lets go over a few basics. If you are in need of a certified roofing contractor call 253-445-8950 for a free estimate or visit our online estimate request sheet and fill out our contact form. We will contact you shortly.
Steps To Hiring A Tacoma Roofing Contractor
1) Do proper research and get a general idea of what type of roofing system you want to install. This helps you to narrow down the scope of work so all the bids apples to apples as they say.
2) Find 3-5 qualified Tacoma roofing contractors to give you bids.
*Check with family and friends for personal references.
*Do an internet search for "Tacoma Roofing Contractors" and find some established companies.
*Check reviews! In our present online generation reviews are important to everyone. The reputation of the roofer cannot be hidden, if there a quality company people will talk, if they are shady they wont be able to hide it. Search for the company name and the word reviews.
Here is an example of what I see when I search for reviews for my company search Query: "Chase Construction North West, Inc reviews." As you look down the search results you will see different contractor review sites where real customers have left reviews! Yelp unfortunately has filtered out about 10 quality 5 star reviews from valid customers.
Once you check your reviews and decide who the 5 contractors are you want to interview there are a few more important steps to continuing the process.
3) Make sure they are licensed, bonded and insured.
4) How many years have they been in business roofing Tacoma, WA.
5) Ask for recent completed projects that are similar to your scope of work in your city or close by.
6) Get a detailed written proposal that makes provision for unforeseen work like rotten sheathing and framing.
7) Look over your 3-5 bids and compare the quality of materials, types of system they are quoting and price.
8) Choose the Tacoma roofer that is the best fit for you based on quality, value, price and relationship.
If you do your ground work properly and make sure you are ready for the interview process it will make things go alot smoother. Once the job is complete and you are happy with the work remember to get online and give your Tacoma Roofers a good review, its a great way to say thank you for doing a good job.
If you are in need of roofing services in Tacoma Washington Chase Construction North West, Inc can help. We specialize in all types of roofing including: residential, commercial, steep slope and low slope/flat roofing, composition/architectural laminate shingles, metal roofing, wood shake, single ply roofing (PVC, TPO, EPDM), torchdown roofing, slate, concrete tile and roof repairs for all applications. We also install skylights and solar tubes to help lighten up your life.
Give us a call today at 253-445-8950 to consult with 1 of 15 GAF Master Elite roofing contractors in the state of Washington. Estimates are always free and we are not high pressured sales people our customers come first.
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