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Southern California Roofing Company

The housing industry in Southern California has been at a fever pitch the past five years. By lowering the federal interest rate back in 01, the government made access to money easier and less expensive than ever before. Mortgage rates hit an all time low and consumers scrambled to get their hands on property. If you were one of those lucky consumers who got in at the right time or are finding your very first home it's important to remember, your home is probably going to be the biggest investment you ever make. With that in mind it is especially important to take care of that property. Having a beautiful and functional roof is essential to maximizing your property's value. So if it's time to redo your roof or your building your first home here are a few tips on hiring a Southern California roofing company:

1 Hire only licensed Southern California roofing companies and always contact the CLSB to verify their license. Using an unlicensed Southern California roofing company means that you could end up paying sub-contractors if they aren't paid by the main Southern California roofing company even if you'd already paid for the work. Literally, you could end paying twice for the same job.

2. Make sure the Southern California roofing company you hire is fully insured and bonded. Starting January, 1, 2007 all active licensees holding roofing (C-39) classification must have either a valid certification of Self-Insurance or a valid Certification of Workers Compensation Insurance with the Contractors State License Board (CLSM). If the Southern California roofing company you hire doesn't have insurance YOU COULD BE HELD LIABLE for any injuries sustained while on your property. Obtain a valid copy of their insurance before allowing any work to take place.

3. Get three references of their past work. Former customers are the best critiques of any Southern California roofing company. Did they perform the job on time? Was the quality of the material and craftsmanship satisfactory? Also, remember to ask the reference what their relationship is to the Southern California roofing company. Lovable uncle Louie will say they did a great job even if they left an unplanned sky light in his ceilin

g. If the Southern California roofing company can't or won't provide you with three references, then find another Southern California roofing company. 4. Get everything written in the contract. Daytime television law shows are filled with un-happy people who didn't get their jobs in writing. Unfortunately verbal agreements mean nothing in today's legal field. Always get a signed contract with any licensed Southern California roofing compnay and make sure that you understand the terms. A little extra effort on the front end can save you countless hours of stress and extra money on the back end.

5. Don't make final payments until your satisfied with the job and never pay in cash. Unfortunately some Southern California roofing compnaies like to take the lyrics to the Steve Miller Band's song "Come on take the money and run" literally. Once paid a Southern California roofing company is much less likely to feel compelled to complete the work on time or in some cases at all. Also, only bank robbers and drug dealers pay in cash. It's impossible to keep track off, which is exactly what you want to do when paying your Southern California roofing company. If possible pay with a credit card, if they don't complete the work it's much easier to dispute the charges. Remember if you didn't select a licensed and bonded Southern California roofing company and they didn't complete their work, you're left with little to no resource to recover any damages.