FAQ's

Do you subcontract any of the roofing work to other companies?

No. J&B Roofing and Sheet Metal employs experienced roofing professionals who take pride in their work. We could not guarantee our workmanship for up to ten years if anyone else did the installation.

What should I look for in a reputable roofing company?

Companies and homeowners who are searching for a roofing company should ask if the prospective company has permanent employees. Unfortunately, there are "so-called" roofing companies that have no office, employees, or equipment. These "companies" simply respond to inquiries and subcontract the actual work if their proposal is accepted. If there is a problem with the roofing materials or the installation, the property owner may have trouble getting a satisfactory response.

Why is the roofing company's insurance coverage an important consideration?

If a roofing company is not properly insured, the company's or the homeowner's insurance company becomes liable for personal injury claims and damages to the home. Reputable roofing companies like J&B carry liability coverage and workers' compensation for injured workers. This insurance must be renewed annually; customers should be certain to check the dates on any roofing company's insurance certificates.

Is there anything that can be done to prolong the life of my roof?

J&B Roofing offers a proactive program of maintenance and inspection that can extend the useful life of commercial roofs.

What is a tear-off?

A tear-off is a complete removal of all roofing, insulation, and flashing down to the original deck. The materials installed on your roof are heavy. Too many roof layers applied over one another can become so weighty that they present a potential structural hazard. If the roof is too weighted down, it can become damaged and collapse. The tear-off eliminates all moisture within an existing roof system, so the newly installed roof lasts much longer.

All communities have code requirements that specify the number of roofing layers (usually two or three maximum) that can be applied consecutively then, it is necessary to remove all the old roofing materials before installing a new roof.

When done correctly by a reputable roofing company, a tear-off should not create any additional problems. However, it is important to hire a capable company since a sloppy tear-off can damage your building and surrounding property.