How to Choose a Roofing Contractor in Spokane

Fluid Roofing · Spokane & Airway Heights, WA

Your roof is one of the most expensive things you'll buy for your home, and the roofing trade has its share of storm-chasers and corner-cutters. The good news: a few straight questions will tell you almost everything you need to know. Here's what to ask - and what the answers should sound like.

Questions to ask any roofer

• Are you licensed and insured in Washington? They should have a contractor license and carry liability insurance and workers' comp. Ask for proof - a reputable roofer hands it over without flinching.
• Are you local? A local contractor is here for the warranty and the next-door referral. Storm-chasers blow through after a hailstorm and disappear.
• Are you manufacturer-certified? Certifications (like GAF) mean training on the systems they install - and access to stronger manufacturer warranties.
• What warranty do I get? There are two: the manufacturer's material warranty and the contractor's workmanship warranty. You want both, in writing.
• Will you tear off or go over the old roof? A good roofer explains why, based on your decking and layers - not just whichever is cheapest for them.
• Is the quote itemized? You should see materials, tear-off, decking allowance, and labor - not one vague number.
• Who's actually on my roof? Their own trained crew, or day-labor subs they've never met? It matters for quality.
• Can I see reviews and recent local jobs? Real reviews and nearby addresses beat a glossy brochure.

Red flags to walk away from

• Pressure to "sign today" or a price that's only good if you decide on the spot.
• Asking for large cash payment up front.
• No physical address, no license, or a number that goes to voicemail forever.
• A quote far below everyone else's - someone's cutting something you'll pay for later.
• Vague answers about warranty or who does the work.

For the record, here's how we answer those questions: GAF-certified and manufacturer-trained, licensed and insured, local to Airway Heights and Spokane, our own crews, itemized quotes, and manufacturer-backed warranties. No pressure, ever.