Homeowner Roofing Contractor Resources

You Don’t Want Your Roofer to Take Shortcuts – Neither Should You

To help you protect yourself and make your life a bit easier, the following is a list of contact information for checking on roofing contractors.

You are going to check, aren’t you?

Workers Compensation Board – 1-866-922-9221

City of Calgary Licensing – 403-268-5521

Alberta Prepaid Contractor’s License – www.servicealberta.gov.ab.ca

Alberta Consumer Services (bonds) – 403-297-5743

BBB Membership Status – www.betterbusinessbureau.ca

“Taking time to choose the right roofer for the job will save you money and headaches in the long run.” Calgary BBB Report, March 2008

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The estimator showed up on time for the consultation and the roofing crew was here first thing in the morning and did not dink around. They got to work right away and continued right through the day. The only time I saw them stop was for lunch.
Maureen, Calgary Homeowner
I am thrilled with the job that was completed. It appears to be a first quality job!!! The crew that worked on my roof was very, very, polite and absolutely the nicest young men. They represent your company well.
D. Franklin-Harrison, Calgary Homeowner
The whole experience was great. Daily calls until the weather improved and the installers were able to start were much appreciated. Everyone was very friendly. Great clean- up. Thanks so much for a great job!
S. Newman, Calgary Homeowner, SE
Great timeliness and follow-through. Also within budget.
R. Phelps, Bragg Creek Homeowner
Done Right Roofing was timely, efficient, hard workers, and care was taken with yard and property. They were both professional and courteous.
The Babiuk’s, Calgary Homeowners
I was very happy when DRR identified the problem and was very honest about what it needed to be done. Very good job! Thanks to every one of the roofers.
C. Brassard, Calgary Homeowner SW
Done Right Roofing – was exceptional in their service and workmanship. I felt very confident dealing with this company.
Murray, Bragg Creek Homeowner
Great Customer Service – professional and courteous. I’m happy to recommend Done Right to clients.
S. Bayer, Bragg Creek Homeowner & Realtor
The service was great and the roofers were great too.
P. Zabok, Calgary Homeowner
The work was done on time, as promised and the attention to the job at hand was first rate and excellent. My first time with Done Right was just great! Thanks for the Excellent work!
Glen, Calgary Homeowner

Quality Tips

A quality contractor should formally inspect every single roof that their company installs. Otherwise, poor workmanship will go undetected, leading to long-term problems.
Although it is not required, it is strongly recommended that, in high snow areas, ice dam protection is used on roof pitches of 5/12 and under.
Roofing is considered a “Skilled Trade” by the Government of Canada. Everyone on the roof should have a minimum of internal Certification to a maximum of Journeyman training.
Using a course of starter shingles up and down both sides of an open valley can insure that the valley is 100% leak proof.
Using a course of starter shingles up and down both sides of an open valley can insure that the valley is 100% leak proof.
To avoid leaks around roof penetrations use a “Back Pan” shingle over the back of the penetration, but under the main shingle course.
Shingle installation instructions vary slightly from manufacturer to manufacturer. They must be followed exactly to protect the homeowner’s warranty.
Only tear-off as much old roof area as can be replaced or at least waterproofed with underlayment in one day. Calgary has volatile weather and you never know!
Nailing the shingle at both the nailing line and at the top of the shingle, on the roof gables, will prevent the wind from lifting up the shingle.