Support Your Community

There are a lot of reasons to prioritize spending your money locally.  You keep your dollars in your community, support your neighbors, and invest in the unique businesses that make your area so special.  A rising tide lifts all boats, as the saying goes.

That being said, there are also numerous benefits to spending your money locally that are more pragmatic in nature.  There’s perhaps no better example of the boon of local spending than in hiring a local roofing contractor.  Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why a locally owned and operated roofing company is the right choice for your home.

Local Connections

One of the main issues with nationwide roofing companies is that they often try to keep as much of their operations “in house.”  That is to say, whether it be tools, materials, or their labor pool, national companies look to outsource as little as possible.  While this might work to the advantage of a company like Amazon, anyone with any experience in contracting knows that it’s actually a collaborative effort.  The roofing contractor based in your area seeks talented local subcontractors who specialize in aspects of the project that might fall outside of the roofing purview, such as electricians and HVAC technicians.  Local roofing contractors source their materials from local companies, so they don’t have to wait around for shingles or lumber from the head office.

It’s these local connections that help us have your roofing project finished in a timely manner.

Accountability Through Reputation

Local roofing companies live and die by their reputation.  Contractors who engage in underhanded practices will see their job prospects dry up quicker than water on a hot skillet.  It’s this currency of name recognition that holds roofing companies accountable for their work in the communities in which they operate. 

A national franchise has no such accountability.  They can afford to have abysmal reviews because they generate revenue based on their volume of contracts.  A local contractor has no such luxury.

Customer Service is Key

Where a nationwide firm will tend to sequester their customer service representatives behind walls of phone menus, a local roofing company understands the importance of accessibility and transparency in their communications with customers.  They know that speaking directly to and collaborating with their clients is the kind of customer service that will keep their business alive.

A local roofing contractor understands the value of superior customer service and prioritizes doing right by their customers, not only because their livelihood depends on it, but also because they are accountable to their own neighbors when they do a job.

They Know the Area

Did you know that the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex actually gets more rain than the national average every year?  You can bet dollars on donuts that your local roofers do!  Understanding the local climate and the unique needs of an area are essential knowledge for a roofing contractor to build or repair a roof in such a way that provides you with the protection from the elements that you need.

Here in the DFW, we experience inclement weather such as hail storms, tornadoes, intense lightning, high winds, cold snaps, and heat waves, all of which must be accounted for when building a roof.  Firms and franchises based in New York and California simply do not have the experience with the unique challenges presented by North Texas weather to get the job done right.

The next time that you need work done on your roof, do yourself the favor of contacting Hester Roofing & Gutters.  We provide the quality workmanship and customer service that you can only get from contracting with a local company.  Contact us today and see the difference that hiring local will make.