Roofing Contract

Get local referrals. Look for manufacturer designations. Research Better Business Bureau (BBB) ratings. Get an extensive warranty. Be concerned about safety. Check for proper licensing and insurance. Pay your deductible. Handle your own claim.

For sales made in homes, such as when a roofing contractor knocks on your door, inspects your roof, and you sign the contract, the homeowner has three days in which to cancel the contract with no reason. The representative must tell you about your right to cancel at the time of the sale with a full refund.

You have an absolute right to cancel within the three day period. After that, you can still cancel, but the contractor may be able to claim breach of contract and try to enforce the contract.

You can always negotiate with your contractor on the price of a successful project before signing a contract. Discuss your budget with your roofing contractor. Agree that any unexpected project expenses will be presented in writing to help you remain within your budget.

California's Home Solicitation Sales Act allows the buyer in almost any consumer transaction involving $25 or more, which takes place in the buyer's home or away from the seller's place of business, to cancel the transaction within three business days after signing the contract.

In short, it is a legally binding contract in which you agree to work with a roofing company to do all of your insurance-approved work. Per the name, it's contingent on the insurance claim being approved for the contract to hold together.

Both parties should sign the contract, and both should be bound by the terms and conditions spelled out in the agreement. In general that means the contractor will be obliged to provide specified materials and to perform certain services for you. In turn, you will be required to pay for those goods and that labor.