Roofing Checklist

Questions To Ask Roofing Contractors

This is a checklist that you should discuss with perspective contractors.

These questions are your guidelines to be used to select a quality roofing contractor.

Do you have a valid contractors license to perform roofing? May I see it?

YES, BSW Lic. # 659102 since 1942.

YES, We at BSW will be happy to provide proof of insurance to our customers.

BSW has been in Central California since 1942 (60 years).
To BSW   History

BSW - 30 Years, From 1972 to present, Bakersfield Shingles Wholesale, BSW Roofing Contractors, Inc.
From 1942 to 1972 our name was "State Roofing"

Do you have references in my area? YES. See the Feedback Page on this site.

Do you have experience installing the product I am interested in? YES.

Do you obtain all required building permits? YES.

Are all Inspections carried out by Building Departments inspectors? Yes.
Depending where you live the Kern County or City Building Department will conduct all inspections, and checked again by BSW's supervisory staff.

Do you include all permit costs in your contract price? YES.

Will you provide a detailed written contract of the proposed work involved? YES.

What is the length of your "workmanship" warranty?  5 Years. Ask about BSW's "Craftsmanship Warranty".
Will my roof installation meet or exceed the manufacturers minimum requirements?  YES.

Do you use only high quality, (number one grade, no seconds) roofing materials?  YES.

Is the job site cleaned on a daily basis? YES.

Before any payments are made, will you furnish Material and Labor Releases?  YES.

These guidelines are important for selecting the right roofing contractor.