This is one of the most-asked questions by roofing contractors: “How do I get more roofing leads?” It’s a loaded question, as there are many methods to generate solid leads. Often, the bigger problem is that contractors are already getting leads in various forms, but don’t know how to capitalize on them. Another common complaint …
How to get a Flat Roof Insurance Claim Approved On the surface, flat roofs seem simpler than your average sloped roofs. But, with several different types of flat roofs and three different ways to install them, flat roofs are far from simple. Many adjusters don’t understand the intricacies of flat roofs and will often select …
There are a variety of reasons WHY an adjuster denies a roofing or siding insurance claim; they dispute the storm date, they didn’t perform a thorough inspection, there wasn’t enough damage to warrant a replacement, or maybe they felt that the roof could be repaired instead of replaced. The WHY doesn’t really make a difference. …
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When it comes to storm related insurance claims, partial approvals are going to happen. Some contractors just accept the adjuster’s initial findings and leave thousands or even millions of dollars on the table. Experienced contractors view a partial approval as part of the process and actively work to convert those initially small claims into large, …
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If you’re new to the roofing business or just getting into storm restoration, you’ve likely heard the word “supplement” (or Supplement) thrown around but probably don’t have a good grasp on what it means. Let’s walk through what a supplement is and how supplementing will benefit your roofing company. What is a supplement? A roofing …
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Why Photo Documentation Matters to Your Roofing Business by Micki Parks As a roofing contractor, staying on top of jobs, projects, and crews can be overwhelming. And it doesn’t help when you’re dealing with lost documents, unaccountable crews, or weak marketing campaigns. It’s a lot. But what if your crews’ photo documentation process was your …
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Solar is a growing source of energy and a solar business can provide year-round income. Besides solar installation, services can include solar cleaning, and solar repairs and maintenance. Sometimes a solar company can be integrated with a roofing company. Choosing a good name for your new solar business is one of the first steps when …
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A Rookie’s Mistake A guest article by Alex Zuniga from Academy Roofing & Construction in Corpus Christi, Texas (academyroofing361@gmail.com) There are many reasons why we choose to start a roofing company. Either because of the love for the trade, financial independence or not having to work for someone else. Whatever the case, there was a burning …
Scams targeting contractors can come in a variety of forms through email, text, phone, and even social media. Being able to recognize scams and avoid them (or report them) can help save valuable time and money. There are different types of scams. Some “scams” are from actual businesses, but the services they offer don’t always …