Commercial Roof Replacement
Investing in a commercial roof replacement could significantly lower your insurance premiums by 5-35%. Uncover the critical factors that affect your rates.
Ian Harris
February 6th, 2024
Before asking whether a new roof could lower insurance premiums for your business, it is important to know how insurers review claims.
The reason that your business location needs a new roof, and the timing of the roof replacement, are the biggest factors to impact insurance premium pricing.
Did You Know?
A roof replacement that qualifies for savings can trigger a 5 to 35% reduction in your premium.
A new roof can lower insurance premiums by 5%-35%.
Before your business banks on receiving an insurance discount for adding a new roof, know that several factors determine the insurance rate.
Reason for Replacement
In general, a roof must be voluntarily upgraded or replaced in order to be eligible for lower insurance premiums.
Most companies will award a discount as a thank you for prioritizing the safety of your business through improved roof quality.
However, if a business site requires a new roof due to a disaster, the roof replacement could trigger an increase in rates.
Guardify Commercial Insider Tips
- Consider how many claims have been made on existing roof(s) at your business location(s), as multiple insurance claims could hike premiums.
- If a business location roof replacement follows a partial repair after last year's hurricane damage, be prepared for a possible increase, not a decrease.
Choosing a Contractor
- Choose a professional dedicated to roofing, with expertise in storm damage and insurance claims specialist.
- Search for a contractor that has achieved Master Elite®. Only 2% of roofing contractors in North America have earned this status. Those who have earned this designation have exhibited an uncompromising commitment to the highest standards in sales, service, and installation.
- Inquire whether the contractor has warranty options available.
Looking for a qualified roof professional?
We highly recommend Roof Top Innovations. Roof Top Innovations is located throughout the Houston area and Waco.
They meet the 3 criteria standards listed above, and put your roof above everything else.
Roof Top Innovations: 281-351-7663 (ROOF)
Schedule a FREE INSPECTION: rooftopinnovations.com/free-inspection