A local roofing contractor is head-and-shoulders better than a national chain that forces you to do everything through call centers and “dispatch.” When your roof is damaged, it needs immediate attention. You don’t often get that with the big guys, and that’s why you should steer clear.
But let’s not focus on the negative. Here are five positive reasons to go with a local roofing contractor.
1. Closer and more personal interaction
Working with a local contractor gives you the chance to make direct contact whenever you have a problem. Many will actually respond to your texts. They also return phone messages way ahead of the “within 24 hours” promise the national companies will feed you. And since they’re more customer service-focused, they’re more likely to actually answer your questions instead of brush you off.
2. Easier to find people who will vouch for them
Local companies do more local business. Therefore, it’s much easier to find someone you trust who will share an honest opinion of the experience. Positive reviews carry a lot more weight when they come from a friend or a neighbor.
3. Quicker response times
Not only will they call you back faster and return those texts within minutes, but also they will schedule faster appointments, and they’ll get to your home sooner than the “between 8 and 12” or “between 1 and 5” jazz of national roofers. You won’t be wasting your entire day wondering when they will show up.
4. More familiar with local building rules
Each city does things differently with regard to their building codes and rules for development. Local roofers have no learning curve, unlike the national chains. They live and work within local code every single day. This expedites the time it takes to get the permits necessary to begin working on your roof.
5. Community Focused
Because they live and work in the community, reputation is everything. That’s why local roofing contractors are more apt to take part in community events or offer in-kind services to local charities. Their reputation is everything to them, and they will go the extra mile to make sure you have a great experience.
Your Local Roofing Contractor in the Dallas Area
Southlake-based Griffith Roofing has served clients in the Dallas area since 2001, and they’ve worked on a variety of different roof types, from simple and straight-forward to challenging and imposing. Their customers brag about keeping them on “speed-dial” whenever there is a storm. If you need fast assistance without sacrificing quality craftsmanship, contact them with your needs today.
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