The Importance of Confirming Your Roofer’s Fire Insurance - Belgrave Roofing
May
A roof is an essential part of your home and needs to be maintained to protect your home. Roof damage can be caused by severe weather conditions such as hail, rain, or wind. Hiring a professional roofing contractor to repair or replace your existing roof will ensure your home is protected with suitable roofing materials. Count on Belgrave Roofing for professional, bonded, and insured roofing contractors. We have provided our clients with flat and slope roofing services and professional inspections for the last 40 years.
Importance of Roofer’s Fire Insurance
Find a bonded, insured contractor with an RBQ license number and is well acquainted with flame-installed materials. Roofing your home is a huge investment, and having a trained roofer will guarantee that your roof can resist harsh weather conditions. Know your insurance risks and understand if your contractor will pay the damages in case of accidents while installing your roof. With fire or flame-applied roofing materials, you need to check if your contractor has “fire installation” and liability insurance. Check your contractor’s insurance policy for coverage with the installation of:
- Heat applications
- Fire or flame applications
If the contractor fails to produce appropriate fire insurance, then the contractor is not adequately insured. Your own insurance can DENY you coverage if an improperly insured contractor accidentally burns your property. Since this insurance category is extremely costly, not all contractors have it, nor will they be able to produce proof of fire installation insurance. The insurance coverage will reveal if the contractor suits your roofing needs. You can also discuss the cost of repair and replacement with your insurance provider in case of accidents.
Other insurance policies and licenses to look for in a roofing contractor are:
1. Liability Insurance
Check for liability insurance that can cover water, fire, or other damage caused to your home during the installation or repair of your roof. Make sure the insurance is for sloped and flat roofs. Some contractors might only have insurance to cover sloped roofs.
2. Worker’s Compensation Insurance
The worker’s compensation ensures that you are protected in case of an accidental injury on your property. You can be liable for doctor bills or emergency room visits in case your contractor does not have worker’s compensation insurance.
3. Fraud Bond or Cautionment
This obligatory insurance policy aims to protect the client, not the contractor.
Belgrave Roofing provides dependable contractors specializing in modified bitumen and elastomeric membrane roofing. We provide roof maintenance and ventilation for residential and commercial clients. We also offer a 10-year workmanship warranty and 25 years to lifetime manufacturer’s warranty on shingles.
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