Top 4 Questions to Ask a Storm Restoration Contractor

No one wants their home to experience damage from a severe storm, but if the worst happens and your home needs repairs, make sure you hire a reputable storm restoration contractor. Finding one that is professional and reliable can seem overwhelming, but the search can be narrowed down to four simple questions to ask each contractor you contact.

Does your company have the necessary licenses, insurance, registrations, and certifications?

Right off the bat, this question will help eliminate companies that don’t have the necessary coverage and knowledge working on your home. Before you hire a storm restoration contractor, you want to make sure they are licensed to work in your area and as a legitimate company. Typically, storm restoration contractors should have a roofing license, a general contractor license, and a public adjuster license. They should also have insurance. If something should go wrong during your home’s restoration, you want to make sure the company you hire has insurance to handle the costs. Their employees, as well as the company itself, should also be certified to work on homes with fire and water damage.

What is your storm restoration contractor experience?

Before hiring a storm restoration contractor, you should make sure they have experience with restoration. Ask to see before and after pictures of recent projects, and read their company’s Google reviews. Also see if they can provide references you can talk to. Restoration companies should have recent customers who are open to receiving calls from potential customers. This should give you a good idea of their level of experience as well as customer satisfaction. Ask them how long they’ve been in business and working on restoration. Only choose a company that can prove their level of experience, so you can make sure your home is in capable hands.

Is my home in your service area?

This seems obvious, but you definitely want to make sure the company you hire services your address. It would be a waste of time for you and the company if you decided to go ahead with their services only to find out you are out of their service area. Before signing any contracts or paperwork, verify that they can come to your home and that it won’t cost you extra.

Are you available 24/7?

Home emergencies can happen at any time, night or day. Find a storm restoration contractor who is on call all day, every day—even over holidays. Since you can’t plan when disaster will strike, you want to make sure the company you choose is available whenever you need them. This will also help ease your mind, as you will be able to get your questions answered immediately.

When looking for a reputable, professional property restoration contractor, look no further than Atlantic Property Restoration. We are knowledgeable, certified, insured, and licensed contractors available to help you 24/7/365. Contact us today!