When you’re looking for a roof repair or roof replacement for your home or business, it’s important to know who will actually be working on your roof. This quick article outlines the pro’s and con’s of working with a roofing company that utilizes their own in-house installation crews versus subcontractors.
Which is best and why?
While the use of subcontractors may be potentially less expensive, their skill level and training are not guaranteed, thus making the installation less consistent. They specialize in various projects, for many companies, so they may not know your contractor’s installation methods. As a result, this can sometimes lead to inconsistencies in the quality of work.
Meanwhile, in-house crews might be more expensive but offer more reliable timelines, consistency, and overall excellence. Hiring subcontractors can potentially save money but is it worth forfeiting overall quality? While both have their places in the roofing industry, there is a significant difference between the two.
In-House Crew Pros & Cons
When choosing a company with in-house crews, you are hiring full-time employees of the roofing company. The company trains their employees in its protocols, techniques, and safety measures. Thus, making sure that everyone does the work the same way but also held responsible for the quality of work. The company has direct control over timelines all the while providing continuous training. A company with in-house crews makes it easier to resolve issues or discrepancies and include a company-backed warranty.
Subcontractor Crew Pros & Cons
Subcontractors are like “freelancers” in the roofing world. They work on a project-by-project basis and might service several roofing companies. Although they possess specialized skills, the primary contracting company has less control over their work. When, how, and where they do the work is up to the subcontractor. This leads to various levels of expertise, as crews often change from day to day making it difficult to train and teach the crews. It can also make it hard to assign blame because of control and limited accountability. When collaborating with subcontractors be sure to ask about warranties and insurance coverage.
How This Choice Affects the Installation
Choosing a roofing company with an in-house crew can offer a seamless installation process that is managed from beginning to end. These crews are important to the company, by having the knowledge of how the company runs and the safety measures in place. This level of cohesion does not only provide the homeowner with peace of mind but also facilitate the installation process.
At Premier South Roofing, we strive to provide a roofing solution that aligns with your specific needs and budget. We aim to provide you with not just a roof, but quality in every hand-nailed shingle and our own highly trained in-house crew members.
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