We here at Carolina Shingle support our troops and would like to remind you of GAF's Roofs for Troops program. GAF is offering a $300 rebate and has helped over 1,000 military families get new roofs. See below for details! Call us today to have a Carolina Shingle Representative inspect your roof 704-230-4386.
This past January, GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, announced its Roofs for Troops program offering rebates to both active military and veterans as a display of gratitude for their service. The concept has been such a success that as of early May, the number of military families submitting rebates has surpassed 1,000!
“We are excited to offer the Roofs for Troops rebate program and are thrilled that GAF has now helped over 1,000 military families to put a new roof on their homes – a number that continues to grow rapidly,” stated Paul Bromfield, senior vice president of marketing at GAF. “GAF is truly honored to show its support of the U.S. military and to help protect the homes of the brave men and women who protect our country.”
Through Roofs for Troops, active military, veterans, and retirees who use a GAF factory-certified contractor can receive a $300 rebate from the manufacturer when they purchase a new GAF Lifetime Roofing System and provide proof of purchase for GAF Lifetime Shingles and at least three qualifying GAF accessories. The program runs through the duration of 2012; details can be found by visiting www.military.com/discounts or www.gaf.com/military. GAF factory-certified contractors can be located easily through the home page of the GAF website at www.gaf.com.
GAF also supports the roofing industry through CARE, the Center for the Advancement of Roofing Excellence, which has provided education to over 125,000 professionals. CARE’s mission is to help professional contractors and distributors build their businesses through sales and management education, and to provide product and installation training to contractors, distributors, architects, property owners, and related industry personnel. For more information about GAF, visit www.gaf.com.
GAF Announces “Everyone ‘LIKES’ a Free Roof” Sweepstakes
GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, has just announced a new sweepstakes running from April 30th through May 31st
2012 for roofing contractors, builders, and remodelers who are fans of
the GAF Facebook page. The winner of the promotion will receive a full
GAF Lifetime Roofing System, including Lifetime Shingles of up to 30
squares.
Contractors, builders, and remodelers who have clicked the “Like” button on the GAF Facebook page at www.facebook.com/gafroofing
can select the “Promotions” tab and complete an online form to submit
their entry. One prize winner will win up to 30 squares of GAF’s
Timberline® HD™ Lifetime Shingles, along with a
selection of roofing components that can be chosen from a list of
qualifying items, including Ridge Caps, Roof Deck Protection, Leak
Barriers, Cobra® Attic Ventilation, and Starter Strips. A winner will be selected on or about May 31st, and the winner will be notified via phone and email.
GAF was the first roofing manufacturer to offer a Lifetime limited
warranty on all of its laminated shingles and, in 2012, it introduced
the GAF Lifetime Roofing System. Details for the Lifetime limited
warranty can be found in the new GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty*. Lifetime coverage also includes non-prorated coverage for the first ten years.
Professional roofing contractors, builders, and remodelers can visit www.GAFpromoclub.com
for information on exclusive GAF promotions, member rewards programs,
contests, sweepstakes, business-building tips, industry news, and much
more. About GAF
Founded in 1886, GAF has become the largest roofing manufacturer in
North America. The company’s products include a comprehensive portfolio
of steep-slope and commercial roofing systems, which are supported by an
extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. Its
success is driven by its commitment to Advanced Quality, Industry
Expertise, and Solutions Made Simple for contractors, specifiers, and
property owners alike. In 2011, GAF was the first roofing manufacturer
to offer a Lifetime limited warranty on all of its laminated shingles
and, in 2012, it introduced the GAF Lifetime Roofing System.
With a focus on social responsibility, GAF has developed Advanced Protection®
Shingle Technology, which provides superior durability and wind
resistance while reducing the use of scarce natural resources. The
company has also developed single-ply and asphaltic membranes with
superior durability and high reflectivity to meet the most rigorous
industry standards while helping commercial property owners and
designers reduce energy consumption.
GAF also supports the roofing industry through CARE, the Center for
the Advancement of Roofing Excellence, which has provided education to
over 125,000 professionals. CARE’s mission is to help professional
contractors and distributors build their businesses through sales and
management education, and to provide product and installation training
to contractors, distributors, architects, property owners, and related
industry personnel. For more information about GAF, visit www.gaf.com.
Carolina Shingle has helped over 75 people just in the last month get there roofs approved due to storm Damage. What makes us so successful well that's easy its our easy and efficient process.
Our Process
Let’s get to Work!
Step 1 – INSPECTION / CONTACTING THE INSURANCE COMPANY
Once contact is made with Carolina Shingle, we will schedule an
on-site inspection and assessment of your roof and property for evidence
of any storm-related damages. If evidence of storm damage is
discovered, Carolina Shingle helps you contact your insurance company
and file your claim at this time. The claim filing typically takes 5-10
minutes. Step 2 - INSURANCE CONTACTS YOU WITH ADJUSTER APPOINTMENT INFO
Now that the claim has been filed and your insurance company has had a
few days to process the claim, your insurance company will contact you
to schedule a meeting with their adjuster. IMPORTANT: Please note the
time and date of the adjuster appointment and contact your Carolina
Shingle representative with this information.
***Step 3 - CONTACT CAROLINA SHINGLE WITH ADJUSTER APPOINTMENT INFO***
Contact your representative from Carolina Shingle with the adjuster
appointment date and time. We will assign one of our Adjuster Pros to
meet with your adjuster ON THE ROOF. This guarantees you that a fair
and thorough assessment is made of all of the damages and will give you
the BEST CHANCE of getting your roof approved for replacement.
Step 4 – ADJUSTER APPOINTMENT Carolina Shingle will meet with adjuster ON THE ROOF and assess the
damages. Our primary goal at this meeting is to make sure that damage
is not overlooked and that the adjuster has noted ALL damages sustained
to your roof and property. We also assist the adjuster in measuring the
roof, sketching the roof, and holding their ladder for added safety.
Carolina Shingle will then inform you if your roof has been approved for
a complete replacement and as to what other damages will be covered in
the settlement. Step 5 - YOU RECEIVE YOUR SETTLEMENT PACKAGE / CONTACT CAROLINA SHINGLE
It usually takes about a week after your adjuster appointment to
receive your settlement package by mail. At this time, call your
Carolina Shingle representative to inform them that you have received
it. We will then contact you shortly to schedule your work order
meeting. Step 6 – WORK ORDER MEETING
We will review your settlement statement, have you select your new
shingle from our samples, and schedule your installation. Your
settlement statement will show the Replacement Cost Value (RCV), which
is the amount Carolina Shingle will be paid to install your new roof.
No bidding/haggling is necessary. In the unusual event that the
insurance company does not provide sufficient funds to complete the job,
Carolina Shingle will simply contact them for any items needing
supplemental funds. This ensures you a “worry free” experience in
knowing that they will be responsible for these funds and it will not be
an added “hidden fee” to you. Step 7 - INSTALLATION
The installation will be performed when we have a 1 to 2 day period
with relatively no chance of rain. It takes approximately (1) day on an
average home to remove the old shingles & underlayment and install
your new roof system. A final walkthrough will take place following the
installation. Step 8 - FINAL PAYMENT
When your roof is complete, Carolina Shingle will send an invoice to
the insurance company notifying them that the new roof has been
installed. They will process this information and mail you funds so
that you can pay Carolina Shingle. This check may include necessary
supplemental funds that Carolina Shingle submitted during the process
and were subsequently approved. These funds (if any) will be due to
Carolina Shingle. Upon receipt, please contact Carolina Shingle and we
will meet you to collect these funds.
In the past few years there has been severe hail and wind storms in the Charlotte area. Carolina Shingle
is currently helping multiple family's in the Charlotte area restore
there damaged roofs. I thought it would be a good idea to place our FAQ
on the blog to help answer any questions you might have. Of course feel
free to call us anytime at 704.230.4386
Q. How can I tell if my roof has sustained hail/wind damage? A. It
is almost impossible to see this type of roof damage from the
ground. The sooner the roof is inspected by a trained professional,
the better. Damaged shingles can lead to roof leaks and these
leaks can cause major damage to your home and your belonging Q. What can hail/wind damage do to a roof?
A.
Hail damages shingles by impacting the shingle at around 90MPH
resulting in asphalt shingle blistering. In other words, hail can remove
mineral granules from an asphalt shingle. There may be dents, bumps or
protrusions in the shingle’s surface. There may also be craters or black
pits showing that protective minerals have been compromised. High winds
can cause shingles to become loose and to fold in the wind. This causes
shingles to form a crease and eventually shear off. Q. If I suspect my home’s roof has suffered hail or wind damage, what should I do? A. Simply call Carolina Shingle
to receive an inspection at no cost to you. If evidence of hail or wind
damage is found, We will make arrangements to meet with an adjuster
from your insurance company to review the damages. Q.What happens after Carolina Shingle meets with my insurance adjuster? A. If your roof sustained enough damage, the insurance company will pay to replace the roof and Carolina Shingle will
schedule a meeting with you to pick out the shingle color and schedule
the installation of your new roof. If there is not enough damage for a
total replacement, repair monies are typically paid to the homeowner for
specifically damaged areas of the roof and/or any other
interior/exterior damaged property.
Why should I use Carolina Shingle?
Q.Do I have to use Carolina Shingle to get a new roof? A.
No. However you will find that our ability to eliminate the hassle and
streamline the insurance process is a large benefit that we provide at
no cost to you. We take care of all of the necessary paperwork from
inspection to installation and are able to work directly with the
insurance company to secure the proper funds for your new roof. We also
take the time to meet ON THE ROOF with the adjuster to make sure all
damage is accounted for so that you aren’t left wondering whether a fair
assessment was really made. Most homeowners who attempt the process on
their own call their local agent and are then usually required to call
numerous roofers to get estimates, wait to receive the estimates, and
then submit them back to your insurance company for review. After all
the hassle and time, your insurance company will select the cheapest
estimate which only ensures that you now have the cheapest roofer in the
area installing your roof. When you work with Carolina Shingle,
your insurance company will decide on a Replacement Cost Value per
industry standard and we simply install your new roof for that amount.
This eliminates the hassle and need for competitive bidding/haggling and
ensures you get the best possible roof not the cheapest. It’s that
simple. Q.What are some advantages of using Carolina Shingle? A. There are many reasons to use Carolina Shingle and here are a few:
1. We are a LOCAL, family owned and operated company and are licensed, bonded & insured.
2. We are an A+ rated company with the Better Business Bureau with zero registered complaints.
3. We
are certified installers which means your installation will not only
look great, but will also comply with the manufacturer’s specifications
to ensure you receive the material warranty the product carries. If the
roof isn’t installed per the manufacturer’s specs, the manufacturer will
NOT honor the material warranty.
4.
Not only are we experts in the roofing industry, we are also insurance
specialists which guarantees you the BEST CHANCE of getting a roof
replaced while at the same time eliminating the hassle of attempting it
yourself.
5. We
are able to send supplement request(s) to the insurance company in the
event the adjuster missed an item needing to be repaired. This ensures
that Carolina Shingle will be able to complete the job and that the homeowner will not be held responsible to pay for these items (if any).
6. We are proud to give each of our customers a 10 year No-LEAK warranty.
7. There is nothing to lose using Carolina Shingle.
Why would a homeowner want to do it themselves when it doesn’t cost a
penny more to have us handle the process from inspection to
installation?
Q.What are some disadvantages of attempting to do it myself? A. Here some of the disadvantages:
1. Time consuming
2. Need for competitive bidding
3.
Even if you have a preferred roofer you want to use, you may not be
able to choose your roofer if the insurance doesn’t pay an amount high
enough to cover your preferred roofer. Insurance companies select the
cheapest estimate if you attempt the process on your own.
4. Homeowners are not typically familiar with the process which makes it difficult to know where to start.
5. Most homeowners are not trained in recognizing exactly what storm damage looks like on a roof or other personal property.
6. The chance of the roof getting replaced by insurance decreases dramatically.
Insurance Questions
Q. Do I need to replace my roof soon after hail or wind damage has been determined? A.
It is always best to act swiftly when something like this happens.
Further damage is likely to occur. In addition to this, insurance
companies have a “specific time limit” for filing claims. Taking care of
such situations quickly is always best. Call us today or fill out our
online form to get your free inspection. Q.How do I know if my insurance company will replace my roof? A.
Homeowner’s Insurance is designed to cover events like these. Your home
is a major investment. If your home has suffered hail or wind damage,
which caused a financial loss, your insurance company will compensate
you for your loss and pay to have the roof replaced. Q.Why
did my insurance adjuster initially fail to detect damage to my roof? I
requested a second inspection by the roofing company, and they found
hail/wind damage this time. Does this happen frequently? A.At
times, it is possible to miss hail or wind damage on roofs, especially
if the hits have not weathered yet. A second inspection will determine
without a doubt if damage exists or not. Q. What happens if gutters, siding, window surrounds, etc… are also damaged during the storm? Will my insurance cover this also? A.
Insurance companies are prepared to cover these expenses. We will look
for these items at the time of your inspection and note it with the
insurance company. We will also inform the adjuster of any damaged
items. Q. What is the depreciation (deduction) made by insurance companies as part of the adjustment? A.Insurance
companies decide up front on a Replacement Cost Value (RCV) for your
roof. They will typically give you a portion of the RCV at the time of
the adjustment known as Actual Cash Value (ACV) for the roof in its
present condition. They then hold the other portion of the Replacement
Cost Value (RCV) until they receive a signed contract from both you and
the roofing contractor as proof the new roof has been installed. You
will then receive the remaining funds in the mail so that you can pay
your roofing contractor. Q.Would
all insurance companies pay out the exact same Replacement Cost amount
for my roof or does it vary from insurance company to insuramce company? A. It varies from insurance company to insurance company. This is where working with Carolina Shingle
helps. We complete each job to the same high quality standards that
has earned us our A+ BBB rating as well as zero complaints so you know
if we have accepted the job, these high quality standards WILL be met.
Certain insurance companies attempt to grossly underpay in order to save
them money. In this case, a roof cannot be replaced to these levels of
quality. We are able to send supplement requests to them and in most
cases receive the proper amount needed in order to complete the job to
the same level of quality. In the rare event they will not increase the
payout needed to ensure a proper job, you have the option to do
whatever you would like to do with the money. Remember, an inspection from Carolina Shingle
only takes a few minutes to see if your roof is truly protecting your
largest investment. Call today or quickly fill out the form at
carolinashingle.com for a FREE INSPECTION!
We have helped over thousands of homeowners in the Charlotte Area
Welcome
to Carolina Shingle! We are a family-owned and operated,
Charlotte-based roofing company that specializes in total roof
restorations due to storm damage. Your homeowner’s insurance may pay to
replace your roof, and we can help. We take all of the necessary steps
to schedule a meeting with your insurance company up on your roof. This
ensures that you not only have the best chance of getting your roof
replaced, but also that you will have a fair and thorough assessment of
all the damages. We also employ a staff of insurance experts that deals
directly with your insurance company to secure the payment for your new
roof. The insurance company simply comes up with what they deem the
replacement cost should be and we complete the roof for that amount! By
working with the insurance company, we also eliminate the need for
homeowners to spend valuable time getting several estimates from
multiple contractors. We do it all…from “inspection to installation”.
Sound simple? It is. All you need to do is fill out the short form on
the left or make a quick call to Carolina Shingle to get your
inspection. Remember, insurance companies have a ‘specific period of
time’ to act, so contact us today! Storms have
produced hail and high winds throughout the Carolinas in the past
months. Hail has caused permanent damage to roof shingles that will
ultimately lead to leaks and leave your home open to water intrusion
resulting in rotting wood, drywall damage, and even mold. High winds
have caused many shingles to lift up and this has resulted in shingle
creases and the loss of large amounts of protective granules. Lifted
shingles are also open to the elements which allow airborne debris to
blow onto the tar strips preventing future adhesion. While some damage
like shingles laying in yard or missing shingles is noticeable from the
ground, many insurance approved roofs actually appear to be in good
working order! We strongly suggest you to make a quick phone call or
fill out the form on the left to have Carolina Shingle assess your roof
for FREE. Carolina Shingle takes care of everything so you can spend your time doing the things you want to do. We handle filing the claim, getting your roof approved, and installing your new roof. It is that easy and remember, the inspection isFREE! CE21927
