Details That Should Be Included In A Roofing Estimate
If you are gearing up for a roofing project, one of the first things you will do is to review the roofing estimate prepared by the contractor. Here are some of the major things the estimate should cover:
Material Details and Costs
The estimate should contain the types of materials to be used on the roof, as well as their respective costs. For example, you should know that the quote is for a green corrugated metal roof and the contractor should specify its cost.
Labor Costs
The estimate should also detail how much the contractor is charging you for labor. In some cases, labor charges are slightly negotiable; talk to the contractor to see if it's possible in your case.
Additional Costs
In a typical roofing project, there are likely to be additional costs other than material and labor costs. For example, there may be costs for pulling permits or cleaning up the work area at the end of the job. The estimate should contain all these costs so you know exactly how much the project will cost you.
Payment Schedule
Still on the issue of money, you should also know the payment schedule for the project. That is, how much you should pay as down payment, the deadline for the payments, as well as the accounts to receive the funds.
Warranties
There are two major forms of warranties to expect with a roof replacement project; these are manufacturer's warranty and contractor's warranty. The manufacturer's warranty shields you from financial losses associated with defective materials, while the contractor's warranty does the same for losses associated with poor workmanship. You should know the validity of these warranties as well as their terms and conditions.
Project Timeline
A roofing estimate is not complete without a mention of the project timeline. This gives you an overview of how long the project is expected to last through unexpected circumstances, such as poor weather, may prolong the timeline.
Permits, Licensing, and Insurance Information
The estimate should also contain a mention of all the permits necessary for the project. In addition, you should also know whether the contractor has adequate insurance coverage and has the right license to undertake the project. These details should also be on the estimate document.
Termination Clause
Lastly, there should also be a termination clause in the job estimate. This is the clause that details the circumstances under which either party can terminate the contract without incurring a penalty. This will save both of you a considerable headache if things don't go according to plan for either of you.
For more information, contact a company like JCB Roofing today.
