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How We Prepare Our Estimates
The initial phone call or email is very important to this process. Once we've been informed on the scope of work we will be estimating. We will dispatch one of our professional estimators. Usually with in a day or two of the call sometimes same day as we know the importance of a roof issue and all that your roof system protects. When the estimator arrives he will first let the homeowner know that he has arrived. Second he will do an assessment of the damage taking pictures and measurements throughout this process. Finally we will provide the homeowner with a proposal and samples of options for their roof materials & colors.
Frequently Asked Questions
All too often, roof system problems are discovered after leaking or other serious damage occurs. Periodic (twice-a-year) inspections often can uncover cracked, warped or missing shingles, loose seams and deteriorated flashings, excessive surface granules accumulating in the gutters or downspouts, and other visible signs of roof system problems. Indoors, look for cracked paint, discolored Drywall and peeling wallpaper as signs of damaged roof areas.
Not necessarily. Leaks can result from flashings that have come loose or a section of the roof system being damaged. A complete roof system failure, however, generally is irreversible and a result of improper installation or choice of materials or the roof system installation is inappropriate for the home or building. For more information about leaking roofs, please visit our Roof Repairs page.
Maintenance performed by home and building owners should be confined to inspecting roof systems during the fall and spring to check for cracked or curling shingles and cleaning gutters filled with dead leaves and other debris. If you must inspect your roof system yourself, use a firmly braced or tied-off ladder equipped with rubber safety feet. Wear rubber-soled shoes and stay on the ladder (and off the roof system), if possible.
Most new roof systems are designed to provide useful service for about 30 years. Some roof system types, such as slate, clay tile and certain metal (e.g., copper) systems, can last longer.
Actual roof system life span is determined by a number of factors, including local climatic and environmental conditions, proper building and roof system design, material quality and suitability, proper application and adequate roof maintenance.
Roofing product manufacturers offer a variety of warranties on their products. Take a close look at those warranties to see what responsibilities and financial obligations manufacturers will assume if their products fail to reach their expected lives. If you are unsure about how much time your roof has left, contact us.
When considering your roofing options, the following formula may help: Total Cost (Materials and Labor)Life Expectancy of Roof System (in years) = Annual Roofing Cost
Yes! There's little value installing a second layer of shingles on your home. Ventilation issues, rotten wood, or other unforeseen issues cannot be addressed without removing the existing roof. Also, a second layer generally does not last as long.
First, keep in mind that you're not buying a price or even just a product, you're buying a professional contractor that you can trust. A great contractor will provide great products, great value, and most importantly great service. Beware of low, low prices, there's usually a reason the price is too low. Ways to cut corners may include improper insurance, non licensed contractors, builders grade materials, or unqualified installers. Ray's Roofing believes in Value. We price our projects very competitively and provide exceptional value. Each roof project quote is based on the exact specifications needed for your specific project.
Yes! Ray's Roofing believes in doing everything by the book. Both owners of Ray's Roofing are fully licensed by the state of Tennessee. All our installers are legal payroll employees. We have proper workers compensation insurance to protect our customers from lawsuits in the rare occasion someone gets hurt on the jobsite. We also have $2 million dollars in liability insurance to protect your home in the rare case we cause damage to your property during your project.
It depends on who you hire! Ray's Roofing takes every precaution possible to protect your home and landscape. Sheets of wood covering doors and windows, tarps on the grounds, and garbage cans/buckets covering bushes and plants will prevent damaging your home & landscape. In the rare event that something is damaged, Ray's Roofing always makes it right. Again, we're not happy until you are.
Again, there are numerous variables here. Your average 2500 sq. foot house usually takes a day or 2. If you have major ventilation issues, a huge house, or a 100 year old house with 4 layers of shingles on it, it may take 3 or 4 days.
Although installing a new roof system in the winter is doable, you don't want to have it installed if it's well below freezing temperatures and/or snowing. If there's snow on the ground, it can get a little messy.
Many people think ice dams are a gutter and/or roof issue. In reality, it's a ventilation/insulation issue. What you need is intake venting, exhaust venting, and good insulation to prevent ice dams. A picture is worth a thousand words.
Our Customers Love Us.
Best residential roofing company in central Tennessee. I needed to get my roof repaired due to a roof leak. Rays beat three other residential roofers in town with the price. So keep them in mind for roofing repairs.
Donna C.
Professional, Prompt, Courteous and do an excellent job what more can you ask for ? I recommend Ray's Roofing without hesitation. in face I will hire them exclusively from here on.
Pamela A.
Just had our roof redone and of course we called Ray's Roofing! They are dependable hard working guys who go above and beyond.
Larry A.
Ray's Roofing has done a great JOB. Our initial call was returned promptly and a time for an estimate scheduled. A through inspection of the roof was done and different options were offered and discussed. When the crew came out to do the work they were quick and efficient. No mess was left. In Fact it was cleaner when they left.
Tina H.
I recently had to have my entire roof replaced. Ray's roofing did a great job. the crew worked hard and did a great job. They also helped me with my insurance claim for storm damage. I would recommend them great job.
Gloria P.
We had a fantastic experience with Ray's Roofing Great work at great prices. Highly recommend them.
Richard G.
Very professional and easy to work with would highly recommend.
Brenton B.
I Highly Recommend Ray's Roofing from the estimate to the customer service and the actual roofers themselves they were 100% professional and they did an excellent job.
Chris N.
Ray's Roofing just reroofed my home as well as a rental i own both jobs done in 2 days. Terrific service great prices. I will use them for all future jobs.
Rob K.
Ray's Roofing just did a full roof replacement on our residence and I am extremely pleased by the level of workmanship, professionalism, and attention to detail. The entire crew showed up early was professional and completed an entire reroof by late that evening very important to me was the time they took at the end of the job cleaning up. Outstanding job !!
Sarah H.