Denver Roof Installation

Denver roof installation is something that just about every homeowner along the front range is bound to encounter at some time or another. Even though the quality of roofing materials have improved over the years, Denver's unpredictable climate can wreak havoc on even the best of them. With storms that bring high winds, hail, heavy snows, and rain, as well as Denver's legendary 300 days of sunshine a year (which can actually be more damaging over time than any extreme weather event), there's not a roof on the Front Range that won't eventually wear out. Whether your roof gets done in by an isolated hail storm rolling off the mountains, or is just giving in to the gradual wear and tear of father time, a Denver roof installation is one of the smartest, and most necessary, home improvements you can spring for.

Denver Roof Installation Costs
Here at ServiceMagic, service doesn't end with a simple referral. We follow up on all the jobs performed by contractors in our system to ensure homeowners are getting the quality service they expect and deserve. Among other things, that allows us to log in the costs of all the roofing installations we're party to. For Denver roof installation costs, we can say with all confidence that the average roof installation cost across the metro area ends up right at $7,000. That final reckoning depends a lot on your home, however. Modest ranch style homes with their simple roof lines and small areas can end up costing as little as $1,500 to $3,000. On the other hand, if you're in a 5,000 square foot home with a steep roof and multiple gables in one of Denver's upscale neighborhoods, expect that same job to run upwards of $10,000 to $12,000 when all is said and done.

Denver Roof Installation Timelines
Project duration when it comes to roof installation in Denver should please every Denver homeowner. Unlike large remodels that can stretch out for months, few roofing jobs take more than 3-4 days, and even the biggest jobs are usually completed in a week. Roofing companies are well-oiled machines with experienced crews that work with the best equipment. And while the roofing season in Denver is longer than in some other locales thanks to mild weather that can last well into the winter months, efficiency is still paramount for roofing companies who want to get in as many jobs each year as possible. All that works in Denverites' favor, and it's a good thing too. While these jobs are usually pounded out in a day or two (emphasis on "pounded"), the sound of a crew walking to and fro on your roof, combined with the gunshot sound of nail guns going off every few seconds for hours at a time, can take its toll on even the most patient homeowner.

Denver Roof Installation Advice from the Homeowners Themselves
Before we get off the phone in our post-project follow ups, we always ask the homeowner if they've got any parting advice or suggestions for potential roof installation customers in the Mile High City. When it comes to roof installation in Denver, the locals are smart in sticking to the cardinal rule of working with roofing contractors: don't go with the first contractor you talk to. "Get several bids," suggested one homeowner, "when it comes to roofing, there are contractors who constantly bid twice what the job should be in the attempt to catch the unsuspecting consumer. Get a minimum of three bids and as many as five."

Another echoed that sentiment when they suggested you "Get multiple bids and assure that all the terms and conditions are in writing so there are no surprises--I am happy because I did!" Getting multiple bids is the best way to ensure that you're getting a good deal on your roof installation. It can raise a red flag on contractors who are over bidding a project and costing you money you don't need to spend, as well as identifying those who drastically undercut competitors—a likely indicator that you'll get cut rate work to go along with the price.

Finally, by also checking references and utilizing a referral service like ServiceMagic that pre-screens contractors and provides customer ratings for you to look over ahead of time, you're almost guaranteed to end up with a contractor who will do right by you when it's time to replace your aging roof with a new one.