Quality as defined by Dictionary.com is:

 ¹“An essential or distinctive characteristic, property, or attribute.  ² Character of nature, as belonging to or distinguishing a thing. ³Character with respect to fineness, or grade of excellence. ⁴High grade; superiority; excellence.”

Many people and businesses seem to throw around words such as the one above. So how do you know if a business truly is what they say they are? It can be challenging and overwhelming to know if you are making the right choice, especially if that decision involves a major purchase like replacing the roof of your home, the siding or windows. Unfortunately, many people have found themselves in a real mess when they have hired a contractor for a home improvement job. It is heartbreaking to know there are dishonest contractors out there taking honest, hardworking people’s money for a less than quality job or in some cases; they just take the money and run.

To avoid being scammed; look for these qualities of a business:

• Are they licensed? In order to be state-licensed, these companies must adhere to certain guidelines set forth by the state.
• Is the product quality? When hiring a contractor, you need to know what type of product they are using. They should be able to provide you with the manufacturer’s name and what type of warranty is offered.
• Do they offer a warranty? The contractor should offer a warranty on the labor and the product manufacturer will also have a warranty.
• How long have they been in business? If a company has been in business for a long time, they are most likely doing something right. It is hard to stay in business very long if you don’t treat your customers right.

When you need a new roof, new siding, or new windows. You can rest assured that Mel Harris Company is a quality company that prides itself on quality work. They are fully licensed and insured with industry-leading manufacturer and labor warranties. They offer the finest quality products that are installed by experienced, professional roofing technicians. If you are ready to experience top quality, give Mel Harris Company a call today, 1.800. NEW.ROOF. They have been guaranteeing quality since 1962.