Published 2026-08-22 · Last reviewed 2026-08-22 · Virginia Roofing Services editorial team
About the company
These questions establish who you are actually contracting with.
- What is your Virginia contractor licence number and licence class?
- Is the crew employed by you or subcontracted, and are they covered by your workers' compensation?
- How long have you worked in my county or city specifically?
- Can you provide three recent local references?
About the scope
These questions surface the line items that most often explain price differences.
- What underlayment and ice barrier are included, and where on the roof?
- Will all flashing be replaced, or reused?
- How will attic ventilation be evaluated and corrected?
- What is the decking replacement rate per sheet?
- Is disposal, cleanup and a magnetic nail sweep included?
About the process
These questions prevent scheduling and permitting surprises.
- Who pulls the permit and which jurisdiction issues it?
- Do I need HOA or historic district approval, and who obtains it?
- How many days will the work take and what happens if weather intervenes?
- How will you protect landscaping, driveways and vehicles?
About money and warranty
Get every one of these answers in writing.
- What is the payment schedule and what triggers each payment?
- What is the workmanship warranty term, and is it transferable?
- What manufacturer warranty applies, and what registration is required?
- How are change orders priced and approved?