We are all familiar with the old adage, “You get what you pay for.”
Many of us grew up believing that the highest priced item or project will be the greatest possible solution possible. However, we know that is simply not true in this day and age. The highest priced solutions are not always the most efficient or the greatest option. The same applies to the best roofing companies in the area.
Think about the last time you made a purchase based solely on how high the item’s or service’s price was in comparison to others. You probably haven’t done that in some time! Reviews and quality drive our purchase decisions since we want the highest quality results possible. Just because you are quoted a higher price by one of the top roofing companies does not mean the other reputable roofing contractors you received quotes from are going to do a poor job. Paying the highest amount for your roofing project does not guarantee you the results you desire.
You must understand that certain roofing companies will charge higher prices for very specific reasons. It’s important to look for the right qualities in reputable roofing contractors – not just the final price of the project.
Top 3 Reasons Roofing Companies May Be Charging a Higher Price
Accurately quoting the price of a roof repair or installation is almost an art. You must understand your team’s abilities, material pricing, timeline, requested work, and other factors. Since roofs are not all created equal, you cannot simply create a formula that works across all scenarios. When one of the area’s supposed best roofing companies comes in at a top dollar rate while other roofer’s quotes were less, they may have ulterior motives.
1. They Are Trying To Cover Other Project Costs
Some roofers do not have the funding available to purchase the materials for jobs that are already under contract. Whatever reasons led them to this unfortunate situation do not matter at this point. What matters in their eyes is finding a way to cover the costs before their customers notice. This very well may mean they price your roofing project high in order to have the additional funds to finish other projects.
2. They Desire A Higher ROI On The Project
Tough times can lead to desperate measures. If a roofer has not been able to secure the revenue they need to make ends meet, they may price the project higher than necessary and purchase lower quality materials in order to achieve the highest ROI. Their high price could lead to a poor end result that could leak in just a few months time.
3. They Lack The Knowledge To Do The Job
When roofing contractors do not have the knowledge to complete your roof’s exact repair, they will overbid on the project to ensure they have additional funds for incidental costs. They will not know exactly how long it will take their team or if they have purchased enough materials. They need their security net, so they pass that cost on to you.
It’s important to remember that a top dollar rate from top roofing companies does not quarantine the quality of work you will receive. Trust in reputable roofing contractors and do not make a decision based solely on price.
What To Look For In The Best Roofing Companies
When it comes to your roofing project, it’s important to gather a few different quotes. Typically, the quotes will not be far off from one another, but it is still important to talk to more than one affordable roofing company. Why? You have the opportunity to ask questions and get a better sense of their knowledge.
You want to meet the individual selling the roof to you to understand how the company operates. In our last blog, we talked about how the roofing contractor wearing too many hats is a red flag. You don’t want to work with a company that has the business owner doing all of the leg work. A salesperson should be coming to your door and communicating back to the decision maker(s).
You can tell a lot about what to expect based on your interaction with the salesperson:
- Are they on time?
- Do they understand your roof’s needs?
- Can they provide full, detailed answers to your questions?
- Are they able to explain why their pricing is higher than other quotes you’ve received?
The top roofing company can charge the highest price and still not understand how to repair or install your roof. Their quoted price does not correlate to their quality of work.
Rather than focusing on the final dollar amount of your roof, focus on past custom reviews and the quality of work the contractor has provided in the past. If they charge a high price but have many customer complaints, you can easily tell their price is not dependent on the work. Rather, it is likely they have costs they need to pass on to you (and they hope you won’t notice).
Affordable Roofing Company That Provides High-Quality Work
Mitchell and Sons Roofing is dedicated to being the most affordable roofing company in Pasco, Hernando, Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties for both residential and commercial roofing customers. Rather than focusing on going in above or below other quoted prices, we give you a fair price for the work required. We do not bid on projects we know we cannot complete, and we certainly never attempt to make quick cash to cover costs on other projects. We are the reputable roofing contractors you want working on your home’s roof.
Contact us today for your no obligation free quote from one of the best roofing companies serving New Port Richey, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Tampa and nearby areas!
-Ryan Listerman, Project Manager
