Too many people believe that a residential roofer is solely someone to call when you have a roof repair that needs to be fixed. But I found out that a residential roofer can actually help people with so many other items besides a simple roof repair.
I called a residential roofer to find out what I need to do to take advantage of the fantastic tax credits the Federal government is handing homeowners that remodel their houses with environmentally friendly materials; he didnt even stop to think about it. He instantly started to list all kinds of choices.
I have an old flat roof structure in Southern California and I never was able to use the area for much. My wife and children would hang out up there and relax in the sun or grow a few vegetables in small planting trays, but that was it.
The residential roofer brought up an idea I had never even heard of: Green roofs. When he said green roofs I knew I had to look totally stupid because I had no clue what he was talking about.
The residential roofer explained to me that green roofs were entire rooftop gardens and patio spaces that qualify for the federal governments tax credit, offered for environmentally friendly remodel projects. He even told me that it was a good idea for me to talk to my tax professional before I committed to having him do the job, so I knew how much of a tax credit I could receive.
The residential roofer even helped me to plan a water collection system that is frequently used to water green roofs. By gathering rain water, I have added even more of a savings than simply the tax credit. Now my whole family spends hours each day on the roof. Last week we invited all the friends and family over to grill up there. I couldn’t be more glad about the residential roofer I got.
A few things to look for in a residential roofer incorporate checking that they are state licensed and insured. When you meet with a residential roofer, ask them for a least three references of other projects they have completed and go check the other work out.
A residential roofer that knows how to make green roofs may seem like an unusual occurrence, but they are out there. I merely happened to get lucky and find the right one the first time.
When I decided that I was set up to hire the residential roofer he came by and had me sign a contract and then mentioned a deposit. I balked at first, but I had previously checked with the State of Californians site regarding contractors in the state. The page said that I should never pay more than ten percent as a deposit and to never pay for work that was not done.
I offered the residential roofer a ten percent deposit and a few weeks later we were up on the roof admiring the beautiful southern California sun. With the tax credit and utility savings, this project has already paid for itself.
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