Are you about to replace or repair your roof? Do you think that you might be doing so within the next year? Getting a roofing estimate as early on in the process will prepare you for the costs while also helping you save money overall.

Shopping Around for a Roofing Estimate

It’s important to shop around before you make any major decisions about your home. Rather than going with the first bid, you should instead get several bids and compare them.

Of course, that also doesn’t mean that you should go with the cheapest bid: an exceptionally cheap bid may mean that there are some corners being cut.

Compare bids to make sure they aren’t apples to oranges and keep reviews and testimonials in mind.

Avoid Getting an Estimate During the Busy Season

Rather than getting an estimate just before you start your roof project, consider asking for an estimate well before you want to start.

This allows your contractor to save you money by scheduling you during their traditionally off time. When a roofer is more in demand, they naturally need to raise their prices.

If you want to save the most money, consider timing your roofing estimate appropriately. Just before spring and just before fall are usually the cheapest times of year, because they’re just before most manufacturers will increase their prices.

Remember: an estimate doesn’t require that you make a purchase, you can get an estimate at any time.

Save Up Money for Your New Roof

Getting a roofing estimate now also means that you can prepare for the costs, whether you want to get a home equity loan for it, or you want to pay for it in cash. It’s easier to prepare if you know exactly what the costs will be, and you can take your time if you’re looking to get a loan.