Just wanted to share a little win here—I finally managed to get my roof replaced without totally emptying my wallet. Had a few quotes that were honestly kinda scary, but after shopping around and chatting with neighbors, found a local guy who did an awesome job for way less. Feels good to have it done and not be stressing about leaks every time it rains, you know? Curious if anyone else had luck finding affordable roofers or maybe DIY'd it somehow...
Nice job finding a good deal—roofing quotes can get pretty wild, especially if contractors think you're willing to splurge. Personally, I'd never DIY it (heights and I don't mix), but I've found smaller local businesses often deliver better quality at fairer prices... big companies sometimes charge extra just for their branding.
I hear you on avoiding DIY roof jobs—heights aren't my favorite either, haha. Curious though, how'd you narrow down the small local guys? Did you ask around, check online reviews, or just wing it and hope for the best...?
Honestly, online reviews can be hit or miss—lots of glowing ones are from friends or family, and the negative ones sometimes come from impossible-to-please customers. I've found the best way is to actually drive around your neighborhood and see who's working nearby. You get a firsthand look at their work ethic, cleanliness, and even how they handle unexpected issues. Plus, chatting briefly with homeowners who've hired them gives you a realistic sense of what you're getting into... beats relying solely on Yelp any day.
I've found the best way is to actually drive around your neighborhood and see who's working nearby.
Driving around the neighborhood is a smart move, hadn't thought of that. Did you find homeowners were generally open to chatting about their experiences, or did you get some weird looks approaching strangers?
