There's never been a better time to update your roof. After all, it's summer and the weather is beautiful. However, if you haven't done any work on your roof before, you may need to find a contractor for the job. One of the easiest ways to do so is by utilizing social media. Here are the best ways to find local roofers on the internet.

1. Check Reviews

According to WebFX, 93% of consumers use online reviews to choose their roofing company. You find any business reviewed online and won't be at a loss for review sites. They may include Consumer Reviews, Google reviews, Trustpilot, and Reddit. Reviews are a great way to assess the contractor's reputation. Many online reviews can provide very in-depth reviews about the service they received from the contractor. In other words, if somebody loves their roof, they may talk about the roofer's professionalism and punctuality and show final candid results in photos. However, if somebody was displeased, they may be equally honest. Some reviews even have stars calculated based on the amount of positive and negative readings that a contractor received. Luckily, you have several review sites to compare.

2. Join Online Groups

Don't forget, you can always join online groups, even for a temporary time. There are online groups on Facebook and other sites. Facebook groups can be very helpful for any type of activity that you're involved in whether it's travel or trying to find a particular service. Therefore, you may want to search for a local homeowners group or renovation group, who may have insight into local roofers. These online groups often provide detailed conversations and recommendations. Plus, you can also contact people individually who may be a part of these groups. Some groups may even have contractors in them who can interact with people interested in your services.

3. Check Company Social Media

Depending on the size of the contractor's company, they may be active on social media. You can always Google the company name and see if they have an Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube profile. If they're very active on social media, they may have photos and videos of their behind-the-scenes work. Be mindful if they are interacting with customers online and how the interaction is.

4. Go to the Better Business Bureau

The Better Business Bureau is a great site that checks out the validity of any company. They often give contractors a letter grade from A through F. They also list any unresolved complaints against any contractor. Therefore, if the roofer has any outstanding complaints due to not delivering on time or other contract disputes, it will be listed there.

5. Ask Your Community Board

Are you living in an HOA development? If so, you likely have an online community board you can communicate with. It's often a great feature to use when you have a question about anything going on in your neighborhood. They can often point you in the direction of local roofers and other contractors who are known for doing good work on the local area homes. After all, HOA development homes must remain compliant in terms of their exterior quality. Therefore, anyone who works in this development has a better chance of delivering quality work.

6. Check the Contractor’s Website

Last but not least, don't forget to see if the contractor has a professional website. On their website, they may have testimonials from other customers. The website may have professional photos and videos of work they've done. They can also provide examples of the type of materials they work with. Therefore, you may realize you can get a metal roof from them as opposed to getting another asphalt one.

As you can see, the Internet provides many ways to check up on quality local roofers. Whether you enlist the services of an online group, check various review sites, or the contractor's website, you have many ways to learn about their reputation. Our company was founded in 1996 and is licensed, bonded, and insured. There are no hidden fees and we supply free estimates. Contact McMains Roofing Inc at any time for more information. Our team of knowledgeable contractors cannot wait to make your roofing dreams a reality.