Are your ceilings damp or do you have puddles on the floor because you have a leak in your roof? Do you imagine handing out helmets to the neighborhood kids before they pass by your house, worried that roofing shingles might fall off?

Sounds like it might be time to get a new roof or repair the one you have. Take the worry out of the hiring process by asking these questions to any prospective roofing contractor:

Avoid roofing companies that work out of a truck. Having a place of business establishes that roofers are professional and helps guarantee you can find them if there’s a problem down the road. Ask for the company’s full name and address.

The written proposal should be detailed and specific, including the approximate start and finish dates of the job and payment procedures. Read through the proposal and ask questions if you come across anything you don’t understand.

Without a warranty, you would be out of luck if there were any problems with your roof. Ask about available warranties covering workmanship and/or manufacturer’s materials and read your contract closely to be sure the agreed upon warranty is included.

Ask for a list of local references before allowing anyone in or on your home. Contact the references to make sure they are satisfied with the job they received and find out if they encountered any problems. Also, read online reviews, such as Angie’s List.

Whether you need a roof assessment, roof repairs or details for a roofing maintenance contract, Hercules Roofing has the answers.