Upcoming Weather Threats Test Building's Main Source of Protection
Florida Roofing Association provides information on what you need to know before repairing or reroofing your home and the importance of hiring a licensed roofing contractor to do the job
WINTER PARK, Fla., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Smart Florida home and business owners respect the threats posed by the violent weather occurrences typical in their state. Tropical storms, hurricanes and tornadoes can infiltrate a dwelling not only from flooding but also from a building's main source of protection - the roof. The FRSA (Florida Roofing, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors Association) website: www.floridaroof.com is a one-stop link to information on how to ensure that your roof does its job and keeps your assets dry.
By visiting the FRSA website and clicking on the "Consumer Info" link found on the left side of the home page, Florida citizens can gather the tools they need to make an educated decision on roof-related matters before, during and after a storm. The link contains details on how to find a professional and DBPR-licensed roofing contractor with the insurance coverage required by law (including workers' compensation insurance) along with helpful links to the government agencies that can confirm their compliance. The Membership Listings' link on the association's webpage takes you to a listing of FRSA members organized by location who must comply with all governmental regulations and meet additional stringent qualifications in order to qualify for association membership.
The FRSA website also supplies consumers with additional educational benefits, such as:
Information that details the serious implications of hiring an unlicensed and therefore illegal roofing contractor along with useful and easy-to-read instructions detailing, "What Every Homeowner Should Know Before Hiring a Roofing Contractor"
What should be covered in both roofing material and workmanship warranties (one's no good without the other)
A detailed glossary of roofing terms
FRSA, Florida's Association of Roofing Professionals, is an 87-year-old trade association consisting of over 700 member companies. Its main purpose is to foster ethical business practices and protect consumer interests. For further information on the association, its community activities and industry programs, call them at 800-767-3772, ext. 142, email: frsa@floridaroof.com or visit their website: www.floridaroof.com.
