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Descant · 07-29-2021, 10:13 AM

Many contractors can go to their laptop in the truck and email a contract within minutes. In addition to specifying materials, "workmanlike manner" etc. they should add "protect foundation plantings" remove nails and other dropped materials, leave site as found, etc. A specified timeline, interim tarping and other provisions might be a part of the contract. This is probably all boilerplate for a competent contractor, whether roof or some other trade. If there is any doubt, call the references; verify the number so you know you're talking to a real reference, not the roofer's buddy.
Sometime ago, I asked about a permit. The building inspector said not needed for maintenance, but he wanted to inspect as soon as rotten boards were being replaced. Your local building inspector can be an asset, no charge for advice.

What did your insurance carrier say? They may inspect and/or approve to be sure you and they are getting what you pay for. They usually pay for "like kind and quality" so any up grade may be on you.

07-29-2021, 10:13 AM	#7
Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,036 Thanks: 1,212 Thanked 1,518 Times in 985 Posts	Laptop Many contractors can go to their laptop in the truck and email a contract within minutes. In addition to specifying materials, "workmanlike manner" etc. they should add "protect foundation plantings" remove nails and other dropped materials, leave site as found, etc. A specified timeline, interim tarping and other provisions might be a part of the contract. This is probably all boilerplate for a competent contractor, whether roof or some other trade. If there is any doubt, call the references; verify the number so you know you're talking to a real reference, not the roofer's buddy. Sometime ago, I asked about a permit. The building inspector said not needed for maintenance, but he wanted to inspect as soon as rotten boards were being replaced. Your local building inspector can be an asset, no charge for advice. What did your insurance carrier say? They may inspect and/or approve to be sure you and they are getting what you pay for. They usually pay for "like kind and quality" so any up grade may be on you.