When the weather is good and life is easy, there are a lot of different Austin roofing 
companies you can go to. When a big summer storm or other rough weather hits, however, the story is a little bit different – you need the best Austin roofing contractor out there.
Why It’s Vital to Use Austin Roofing Companies You Trust After a Major Storm
Across the U.S., hurricanes like Harvey and Irma stretch roofing contractors to the breaking point in terms of what they can do and how fast they can do it.
In the aftermath of a big weather event, such as a hail storm, some things happen to the roofing market immediately. Many Austin roofing companies will raise their rates by about 2X to 3X. At the same time, the most reputable brands around will end up with a backlog of work that could run into several months.
The difficulty finding a good contractor leads to two major risks for Austin homeowners:
You Could Be Preyed On By Unscrupulous Characters
Needless to say, plenty of unskilled so-called “contractors” pop up out of the woodwork in these situations. Although some (certainly not all) do have good intentions, they almost never have the skills, training, or paperwork to back them up.
In the majority of cases, they will simply disappear as soon as they have your money.
Even if you get some roof repairs done by these people, you never know what quality of work you will be getting. They will often act like they are getting you in on a friendly deal – and they offer to “make up a receipt for you” (!) – but in the end, they simply cannot be trusted.
You Could Accidentally Invalidate Your Insurance Claim
In most cases, insurance companies can’t demand that you use a specific Austin roofing contractor to meet your needs. However, they can require that you receive a written estimate from a fully licensed and insured business that meets all local labor standards.
This leads to many situations where homeowners believe they’re getting service from a friend or neighbor, get a “receipt,” and submit it to the insurance firm only to find the claim won’t be honored. That leaves them on the hook for the full amount.
Austin Longhorn Roofing Will Help You Work Through Your Insurance Worries
It often takes weeks to get a positive response from your insurer when you submit a claim for Austin roofing repair. The claim, in turn, requires two things: A written estimate and a finalized contract that includes a full statement of work and a cost breakdown.
At Longhorn Roofing, we pride ourselves on the fact that we're a longstanding, local Austin company -- and that we make sure that there are no surprises. We're familiar with the procedures that the insurance industry requires and we’ll do everything that we can to help you ensure your claim goes smoothly!
To learn more, contact us today.
