How to Find the Best Exterior Contractor for Your Project

Here are our top five tips:

1. Do your due diligence. Check with family, friends, and neighbors to see if they have any recommendations. When looking online, search for great ratings across Google, Yelp, Facebook, Better Business Bureau, and any other platform you trust for reviews.

2. Narrow down your options. Consider factors like responsiveness to your inquiries, quality vs. price, and warranties included. In most cases, upfront great – or bad! – communication is a good indicator of how your experience will be throughout the project.

3. Call and set up appointments that work for your schedule. Ask the estimated length of the appointment, too, so you don't feel caught in a 3-hour, high-pressure sales spiel that you expected to last less than an hour.

4. Ask questions during your appointment. For example, ask how long it would take, once the contract is signed, for your project to start. You may want to discuss payment terms and financing options available, as well as the different products available. Gathering information will ultimately make you feel more comfortable about the process of repairing or replacing your exteriors by answering any unknowns and quelling any stressors you may have.

5. Pick the company or contractor that fits your needs. Things to consider here include price, quality of work, and the timeline for project completion. Also consider how your experience so far with each company has been in the scheduling and appointment phases, as these moments give you insights into how the company operates. If it’s a well-oiled machine with great people at every step, you should feel at ease putting your roofing or exterior project into their hands.

At Retex, we're here to help you with your next home exterior project. Call us at 804-258-6300 or click the button below to learn more about the services we provide.