Is It Necessary To Hire A Roofer

The costs associated with roof repairs and replacements can quickly add up. This may leave you looking to save money by doing the job yourself. Many people have done this successfully in the past, but is it wise? Is it necessary to hire a roofer?

The most important reason to hire a professional to do the job is safety. One slip up on a roof can result in severe injury or even death. Roofers have much more experience and know how to safely navigate a roof. Saving some extra money is not worth your life.

The experience professional roofers have will ensure that everything is installed correctly. Even small mistakes can result in leaks, dry rot, and other costly damage. Inexperience can also exacerbate current problems on your roof, and you may find yourself in an even bigger hole than before.

If you would like to do some of the work to save a little money, make sure to talk with a roofing contractor. They may allow you to do some work to cut back on the cost of the roofing job, but always make sure to hire a professional to oversee the project and do the bulk of the work.

Finding a Quality Roofer

It can be difficult to know for certain whether or not you are contracting with a quality roofer. Unfortunately, there are many roofers out there who try to take advantage of their clients. Many times, after a storm, roofers will pop up around the city to make a quick buck, but they have no real experience and often leave customers with a shoddy roof. However, there are steps you can take to make sure you are working with a quality roofer.

Make sure to check the BBB website. Often times, there are plenty of reviews that will leave you with a sense of the quality of work that roofer provides. You can also find out whether a roofer is licensed or if they are just trying to make some extra cash after a storm.

Contact the roofer and ask them about their warranty options. If they have no warranty options and/or demand your payment up front, you should find another worker. This indicates they are not confident in their work.

Lastly, ask a roofer about their insurance. If a roofer is not properly insured, you could be stuck with the costs if a worker gets hurt on the job. A good roofer will look out for their employees and customers and will be properly insured.

Filing an Insurance Claim


Severe storms are a normal part of life in Oklahoma and, unfortunately, they bring a lot of damage. Sometimes this damage will strike your roof and will require you to file an insurance claim, which can eat up your time. However, it is well worth it. Here are a few tips for filing an insurance claim on your roof.

Examine your roof for possible damage that may have occurred during the storm. This should be done as quickly as possible to increase the chance of having your claim approved. Preliminarily, you can look over your roof on your own, but it is wise to have a professional inspection done for a more accurate assessment. Additionally, a professional inspection means you are not up on your roof risking injury. Leave this work to the professionals.

Keep a record of the damage that was spotted during the inspection. This information should both be written down on paper and kept record of through photos and videos.

Lastly, you should find out what is covered by your insurance, which can ultimately save you time and money. Once you have collected the appropriate information, you can file your insurance claim.

What’s the Average Roof Repair Cost?


Repairing your roof is an important step in lengthening the life of your roof as well as protecting your family and your belongings. Many times, damage comes out of nowhere in the form of a storm, a falling tree limb, or some other unforeseen event. With something as necessary as a roof repair, this can leave you with an unexpected expense. How, then, can you prepare? How much does the average roof repair actually cost?

Sometimes roof repairs are relatively minor. These can come in the form of minor hail damage or a couple of blown off shingles. Other times, damage is much more serious. This damage can occur as a result of strong winds or a tornado blowing off entire portions of a roof, a tree crushing a portion of your roof, or even in the form of a leak that is significant enough to affect the integrity of your roof. Each of these repairs will vary in price.

The average cost to repair a roof in the United States is $771, with the typical cost of repairs ranging from $332 to $1,223. Most repair jobs that you will need done on your home will fall in this range. However, more severe damage can cost $4,000 to $5,000. To play it safe, you can expect to pay $1,000 to $1,500 on a roof repair.

Keeping Your Pets Calm During a Roofing Project

Starting a new roofing project is an exciting time. The anticipation has been building and you cannot wait for your beautiful new roof to be done. This time is not as exciting for man’s best friend, however. Any pet lover knows how loud noises affect their animals, and any construction project is full of loud noises. They can cause anxiety and send your pets into a panic. Fortunately, there are ways to combat this during construction periods to help your pets calm down.

Loud noises can cause anxiety in your pets. This gives them a lot of excess energy that needs to be expelled. Make extra time during a roofing project to take your pets outside to play or go for a run.

Another way to calm your pets down is to drown out the noise. While your pets may still feel somewhat anxious, you can partially drown out the noise by running a loud fan or leaving the television on.

Set a regular schedule and stick to it. Sticking to a routine has a surprisingly relaxing effect on your pets.

Finally, make sure to regularly give your pet attention. Your pets may turn to you for comfort throughout the construction and being there to play with them and spend time with them can help soothe them.

If you have any further questions regarding roof coatings, you can contact us at 918-404-5996.

Outdoor Creations Roofing is located at 1924 W Albany Street in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.