Unless you know exactly what you are doing, attempting to do your own roofing repairs can be a difficult, and more importantly, dangerous, project. Even if you buy all the right materials and watch a dozen YouTube how-to videos, hiring a professional contractor is a better way to ensure the work is done safely, efficiently, and properly.
Experience
Depending on what you do for a living, you may have no understanding of what goes into a roofing project, the materials required, and the techniques and safety measures necessary to get the job done. Roofing contractors spend years training; learning new techniques and perfecting existing ones. Contractors are licensed and know exactly what you need to fix your roof and how to do it! No amount of reading and researching you do will give you the same knowledge that the experience of professional roofers have. When it comes to your home, don’t try it yourself and “see how it goes.” If you do the work poorly, you will end up spending more time and money to fix the mess.
Safety
Unfortunately, falling accidents happen every day. Some of these may result in serious injury or even fatality. Why put yourself at risk? When people are doing home renovations themselves, of utmost concern is often finishing the task at hand quickly and correctly. Not only do professionals have the experience to repair your roof, but they also have the tools and skills to do it safely. Contractors have specialized equipment designed to keep workers safe while up on the roof. Roofing is not a new industry, but technology and techniques have changed over the years, and experienced professionals keep up with these advancements in order to keep themselves safe.
Time
When considering how much money you would save by doing roof work yourself, factor in the amount of your time the project will consume. How long will it take you to get the job done correctly? If something goes wrong, how much time will you have to put in to fix it? If you aren’t accustomed to doing this kind of work, you can plan on it taking you an extensive amount of time. In most cases, it is wise to spend a little more to hire a contractor in order to save yourself the time (and potential headache) of doing the work yourself.
When thinking about your options, find a roofing contractor with experience you can trust. Showalter has been repairing and replacing roofs in the Chicagoland area for over 30 years. Don’t put the quality of your home or your life at risk; let us help you with your latest today!
Courtesy of Lifehack
http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/why-you-should-hire-roofing-contractor-instead-doing-yourself.html
