One of the biggest misconceptions that has plagued the roofing industry for almost it's entire history is that "anybody can do roofing". When people see a professionally done roof, they tend to think, " that looks easy". Well, like most things in life, professionals tend to make what they do look easy, even when it obviously isn't. Roofing is no exception. Despite that fact there seems to be no shortage of owner operators who start roofing companies from their garages and still claim to be "professionals". Here are a few things to consider before you get the "Truck and Ladder Roofers" to work on your home.

- While shingles have warranties from 20 years to lifetime, improper installation can void that warranty. If you deal with someone who isn't in business 5 years from now, where will that leave you?

- The professionalism of the roofer from estimate to contract should be considered. If they are not on time or professional in appearance or manner, what kind of job do you think they will do on your home?

- What exactly does their "Guarantee" actually guarantee you? What are your options should you need to take legal action?

- Are the people that will be doing the actual work on your roof professionals? Insured? Experienced?

There are so many things to consider when putting on a roof these days. Ice damming, underlay, ice shield, shingle wind rating, ventilation, is it an OSB or shiplap roof? Let the professionals at Chateau Roofing answer these questions for you and let them take the worry out of your next renovation project.