Living in Portland, OR means paying special attention to your home exterior. Otherwise, poor maintenance or incorrect installation could lead to major water damage.
Everyone knows that we get a lot of rainfall in this part of the Pacific Northwest. Sometimes, it's hard to believe how much.
According to the City of Portland Oregon, Bureau of Environmental Services, we average a little more than 40 inches of rainfall per year city-wide. That's about 10 inches more than the average annual rainfall across the U.S.
Portland homes must stand up to a lot of rain, wind, and storms in general. So, it's vital that homeowners find roofers capable of completing a high-quality, precision roof installation.
What to Consider in a Portland Roofer?
When you need a new roof or roof repairs, there are a few things to keep in mind about the search for a Portland roofing company. A professional roofer can make or break your home's structural integrity with a roof replacement. You'll want a team with a strong focus on what's needed when installing a roof in the Pacific Northwest.
Things the roofing contractor should offer:
- Permit Requests: Your roofer should be the one to pull the permits for your roof. Portland requires permits for most kinds of roof replacements and the roofing company will know what to apply for and when.
- Weather-Resistant Roofing: Local roofers will have a good idea of what kind of roofing materials work best in this climate. KVN Construction uses asphalt shingles from Malarkey which are wind, impact, and algae-resistant.
- Licensing: Oregon requires all contractors to hold an Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) state-issued license. If your potential roofer can't provide a valid license number...run!
- Written Estimates: It's good to get multiple estimates from contractors, but don't just rely on a verbal quote. Re-roofing in Portland is expensive, so make sure you get a written estimate from a roofer that you can reference later.
- Good Reputation: Portland is a large metropolitan area, but one that is well-connected by local culture and the internet. You can always find reviews from previous customers of a local roofing company. A good roofer may even have links to reviews on their website because they want to show off their customer's great experience.
Learn More About Our Portland Roofing Services at KVN Construction
You can start the search for a professional roofing company in Portland at KVN Construction Inc. Our family-owned business has been protecting homes against the weather since 2001.
We're also a BBB-accredited and A+ rated business with over 1 million sq. ft. of roofing and siding installed on local properties. Ask us about updating your roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters, and more. We can also provide painting and commercial services.
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