7 Ways Roofing Contractors Cut Corners | How to Hire a Roofer / @RoofingInsights3.0

7 Ways Roofing Contractors Cut Corners | How to Hire a Roofer
Insights:
00:00 Intro
00:30 They don't pull permits
02:38 Not licensed
04:29 They cheap out on ice/water underlayment
07:09 Not registering warranties
07:52 They use cheaper accessories that VOID warranties
09:25 Not replacing rotted wood/decking
12:02 They don't pay their bills
13:26 Have you experienced these problems? The Roofing Insights Directory can help

As a homeowner, you need to protect yourself from corner-cutting contractors. In this video, Dmitry addresses 7 WAYS some contractors do business that can leave you, and your home, extremely vulnerable down the road.

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[udavidism]

I have been in construction for my entire life, I was born into it. One item I was looking for in this video but didn't see was proper nailing.
All shingles must be nailed in an exact pattern that is shown on every shingle package. Many roofing contractors will put two nails in a shingle instead of four or five. Less nails goes faster, saves nails and will not keep your shingles on the roof in high winds.
I have never picked up a blown off shingle that had the proper nails in it.

[chrismouyos]

I really appreciate everything you said its absolutely true I have been a Florida licensed Roofing contractor since 2004. It's always refreshing to see another contractor inform the general public of the right way kudos to you brother

[belenhooter]

Mr. Lipinskiy, you have provided excellent and valuable information. I wished to have come across your video sooner!!! You are absolutely correct about every point mentioned in the video: permits, license, replacing rotted plywood, installing quality products, paper barriers & underlayment, and registering warranties. These are basic but vital requirements to protect the consumer/homeowner. The additional cost now will prevent a nightmare later!!! I had a new roof installation done on a two-story structure that failed inspection---paid $11, 000. Dealing with the contractor & engineer was an absolute NIGHTMARE!!

[ericdillenberger]

We're commercial contractors in NYC for close to 50 years, this is excellent advice.

We require lien waivers from subs. Our big clients who get bank financing on their projects and all the government jobs require them as well. It isn't 100% protection but it gives you something especially if you end up in court.
Also great advice about permits. In certain venues (like NYC) there are a ton of consumer protections and if you do not have proper credentialing or permits the contractor has even greater risk than the owners. Someone gets hurt, owner doesn't want to pay, inspector shows you're in a world of trouble. In NYC if you did a perfect job and Don't have proper HIC license, and insurance the owner doesn't have to pay you and you're SOL, (and risk having your vehicle impounded). Keep up the good work

[jonathonharbeck]

Great vid! I’m a new Sales Roof for a Contractor and Im trying to learn as much as I can about roofs to make sure the customers are getting the best rood they can.

[justinlewis]

Excellent video! Thank you so much!

Working for a very reputable roofing company, I took all of your fantastic knowledge to heart! There are so many shady people out there willing to cut corners. Our company (or any company for that matter) can not survive without satisfied customers; that equals referrals = our bread and butter! Who would ever refer a terrible company?! I have herd many horror stories with contractors, painting us ALL out to be the bad guy; because of those who do terrible maintenance. As you stated, try to pocket every dime they can by being shady.

I thought that city inspections were such garbage, wasting our time and tax dollars. I didn't realize how much they can help the home owner! Saw it as job security for a job paid by the state. Now, I can see it more clearly.

Mind blowing hearing about how many states don't require a license!

Can't believe there are people out there that can get away without any underlayment. Such a huge corner to cut to save 5 bucks.

I have told many a people to research every company they are considering. Registration of the manufacturer warranty is a must! There are far to many people (homeowners and contractors alike) who don't realize the ramifications of what can happen on either side.

I am very fortunate working for the company that I do, I know people do jacked up work, but you have given me so much insight! Thanks again!

[dogmom]

Good informational video. Just signed up for a new roof with a known shingle with a company with great reviews. Will be watching every move they make up there just to be on the safe side. The man who gave us the estimate, did cover some of the items you mentioned, and told us the chimney needs to be re stuccoed and has someone they use regularly. Also they gave us a good price. Fingers crossed for another 26 years like our first one here in Florida.

[trankt]

Hi, I like your like the fact that you are honest and upfront so homeowners can make informed one likes to be scammed or cheated....but those things happen more frequently then we would like to so we have to be on the look out for those things...

[franhenry]

So glad I found you. Your videos are outstanding. I'm looking for a roofer now and really need the education you provide.

[mama-cant-dance]

We bought everything we wanted on our house's roof ourselves so we knew what the quality was. Our new roof is wonderful.

[orlandoo]

Thanks for another great video. I just had my roof done and discovered #6 after I inspected it. Found some weak areas walking on the roof which is disappointing after they replaced much of the decking. I took a look in my attic and also seen a freshly broken truss which they did try to fix, but looks inadequate because of the much smaller size sistered wood.

[MsCoco]

I thought watching this video would give me some direction and comfort. Direction I got, but now I am even more stressed out about trusting a roofer. I need to get a roof on my home in Detroit, MI (it is the home were my mom lives) and we have a few quotes the one we had planned to go with has not listed out materials, etc. so I have the tools on what to go back and ask in my contract before they can start (thank you). This is not a cheap project and I don’t want to get taken advantage of 😩. Stressed.

[claudehachey]

As a credentialed roofing company with CertainTeed we follow the instalation procedure outlined by the manufacturer. This benefits both, the contractor as well as the clients.

[ArtZasadny]

Great info, thanks! We were fortunate to find an excellent and honest roofing company 2 years ago and that gives us a feeling of satisfaction!

[williamtucker]

Great videos! You have been really helpful. I have learned so much! I have to say I think there might be a few roofing contractors out there that might not like you to much!

[denoca]

Thank you for taking the time to inform regular folks like me. I sent you 3 bids in early July for your review. I know you are busy but hope I will hear back. Thanks in advance.

[jaymishur]

Great information! Thanks for posting!

[justinblain]

I help run a smaller roofing company and im the lead installer besides the actual owner and i watch each and ever video you do and its great content 👌. Ive sharpend up my roofing knowledge from your videos and keep all our customers very happy. I tell them alot of stuff about local corner cutter roofers that do that same thing your talking about right now and its helped me land more jobs for sure. Keep my end QUALITY and they are always happy. Down to cleaning up every little piece of felt on the ground 👍. I plan on retiring from this town and wanna make friends while give the best deal we can afford without screwing ourselves.

[randycrager]

Honest to god! My brother bought a fixer upper to live in and fixup. I told him if he got all the materials I'd come over and show him how to tear off and reroof it. He picked up all the roofing supplies but during the tear off he had 1/4 and 3/8 in. plywood for sheeting nailed down with bright finished nails. We were able to pull whole sheets up off the trusses with the roofing material and he bought the sheeting and we got it done in a day and a half. He went back on the housing inspectors and got them to pay for the sheeting and of course we ate the labor but he ended up with a nice roof in the end!