Guide
Getting Commercial Roof Repair Bids in Salt Lake City
Commercial roof bids are hard to compare when one roofer prices a patch and another prices a new system. Decide whether you want a repair, a replacement or a professional opinion on which is right, and say so in the request.
What to give roofers
- Roof area, if you know it, and how many roof levels there are
- The current system, such as TPO, EPDM, modified bitumen or built-up, and how many layers are on it
- The age of the roof, and any warranty that's still active
- Where the leaks show up inside, and when they started
- Rooftop equipment and penetrations, such as HVAC units, vents and drains
- Access for equipment and materials, and any limits on work hours
What matters along the Wasatch Front
Snow, freeze and thaw cycles and strong summer sun all stress flashing, seams and drains, so ask each roofer to inspect those areas and not only the visible leak. Winter can limit which materials can be installed and when, so ask how the proposed work and schedule account for the weather. If a leak can't wait for a full repair, ask for a separate price for a temporary fix.
How to compare the bids
- Repair or replacement, and the reason for the recommendation
- Tear-off or overlay, and whether disposal is included
- How wet or damaged decking and insulation will be priced if they're found
- The manufacturer's warranty, the contractor's workmanship warranty and what each one excludes
- Flashing, drains and curb work, listed by item
Before you award the job
- License. Look the contractor up with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing, and confirm that the license is active and covers this trade.
- Insurance. Ask for a current certificate showing general liability and workers' compensation, and ask to be named as an additional insured where your lender or policy requires it.
- Lien waivers. Agree up front that a waiver comes with each payment, including waivers from subcontractors and suppliers on larger jobs.
Getting the bids with BidCraft
Describe the job at BidCraft's quote request page and give an email for receiving bids. BidCraft looks for local contractors, shows you who it plans to contact and sends you a link. Nothing goes out until you click it. Then BidCraft asks up to five contractors for quotes on your behalf, and you track the responses on one page.
Contractors see the job description, your city and any company or property name you choose to give, but not your email. BidCraft finds many contractors through public listings and doesn't verify their licenses or insurance, so check those before you award the work.
Frequently asked questions
Can a roofer quote without visiting the building?
They can give a rough range from a description, but most won't commit to a firm price on a commercial roof without inspecting it. BidCraft lets a contractor say they need a site visit first.
Should I repair or replace a commercial roof?
It depends on the roof's age, its condition, the extent of any wet insulation and the warranty. Ask each roofer to explain their recommendation, and be cautious if the only option offered is a full replacement with no evidence behind it.