The Executive Director of the Canadian Home Builders Association is urging people to do their due diligence when getting roofing jobs done.

High winds and rain throughout the last month have left many people in search of a roofer.

Alexis Foster says roofers are busy right now and it is “very difficult” to find someone for a job.

With that in mind, Foster says it is important for customers to protect themselves and make sure the person doing the job is reputable.

She says people will sometimes go for a cash job because it will be cheaper, but she warns that there can be hidden costs and subpar work. She encourages people to always get things in writing, and to get at least three references for potential contractors.

Foster notes that the Association has a bid portal for anyone who needs a job done.

She says people can go on their website and enter information about the job and their budget, and that information is sent out to their members – all of whom are required to abide by a code of ethics.