Not all roofing contractors are the same.  So how is a consumer to choose?  Ultimately the decision is yours, but if you follow some basic guidelines and arm yourself with knowledge, your decision can be made with confidence.

	Do deal only with licensed contractors.  Verify a contractor's license status by contacting the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) at 1-800-321-CSLB or www.cslb.ca.gov.
	Do verify that your contractor is properly insured.  With the recent changes in the insurance industry this is more important than ever.  Ask to see a copy of your contractor's current Certificate of Insurance.
	Do require a written contract and don't sign it until you fully understand the terms.
	Do know how much to give as a deposit.  Under state law, when undertaking a home improvement or repair job, a contractor cannot require a deposit of more than 10% of the total cost of the job or $1000, whichever is less - unless the contractor provides a bond, approved bond equivalent, or approved joint control ensuring completion of your contract.
	Do request the state required "Homeowner's Checklist".  Effective February 2002, SB 2029 dictates that a checklist identifying what a consumer should consider when evaluating a home improvement contractor must be provided with every bid and contract.
	Do ask for client references.  The best contractors are those whose clients would recommend them to others.

How Does Creative Roofing Compare?

	Verify our license status by phoning the California State License Board at (800) 321-CSLB, or by clicking below: CLICK HERE and enter license # 743007.
	Contact the Better Business Bureau at (510) 238-1000, or click below: CLICK HERE and go to "Company Reports".
	For insurance verification, contact our office to request a copy of our current Certificate of Insurance.
	Contact our office to request a  "Homeowner's Checklist".  We will happily fax or mail you a copy of the form provided by the CSLB.
	To view comments by our clients visit our "Client Quotes" page.