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WELCOME TO THE VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF ROOFING PROFESSIONALS

Thank you to our Annual Sponsors!

The Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals, Inc. was established in 1967 in recognition of the need for a formal organization to represent the interests of Virginia Roofing Contractors, Suppliers and Associates. The Association's objectives are to:

Promote workmanship standards, codes, formulas, proper business practices, communication and personal and technical development among members;

Maintain and promote high standards and ethics - discouraging and curtailing unfair business practices;

Cultivate friendships and mutual understanding among the membership and associated industry representative;

Safeguard and promote interest of members.

Provide education for members and affiliated industries, including current legislative and legal issues affecting their businesses;

How to Choose A Roofing Contractor In Virginia:
Professionalism and Quality Workmanship
Your Main Objective

The Department of Commerce has an excellent pamphlet called "A Consumer's Guide to Selecting a Contractor in Virginia." Call (804) 367-8500

for a copy.

1. Confirm that the Virginia roofing contractor, supplier or associates are established with a permanent address, phone number and tax ID number.

Also ask for the contractor's license number.

2. Knowledge of roofing systems
Research any type of roof systems your contractor suggests.

3. Affiliated with an industry organization
Involvement in a professional organization tends to keep a contractor better informed about any developments and issues related to the industry.

4. Insured
Ask for proof of insurance, and a copy of an insurance certificate. The company should have workers' compensation coverage and general liability coverage. Make sure the insurance coverage runs through the duration of your job.

5. Licensed and Bonded
Check with the Contractors Board at (804) 367-8500 for the Virginia roofing contractor's license number.

6. References

7. Check with more than one roofer.
The lowest bid doesn't necessarily mean the "best" bid. Ask for a written proposal from several Virginia roofing contractors which lists descriptions of the work and exact specifications. Make sure it has the starting and completion dates, payment procedures, and any additional information such as landscape damage prevention and debris cleanup.

8. Warranties
Check for a manufacturer's warranty that covers materials and a warranty that covers workmanship (which will protect you if the roof is improperly installed).