Contractor insights: Mike Cowan, Champion Roofing LLC

By DaVinci Roofscapes.

Experienced roofer Mike Cowan answers homeowners' top questions about roofing.

When it’s time to get straight answers about roofing, you want expert advice. That’s why our “Contractor Insights” feature was created. This month award-winning roofer Mike Cowan, owner of Champion Roofing LLC out of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, provides guidance on getting a new roof.

Q - What are the top three things homeowners should ask a roofer about when looking for a replacement roof?

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1. First, start with how long the recommended roof is going to last. That means asking about the manufacturer’s warranty on the roofing material itself.
2. Second, determine how the roof will hold up to the type of weather you have in your area; and again, check the manufacturer’s warranty.
3. Third, find out if the type of roof the roofer is recommending has gained his other customers any types of discounts on their homeowner’s insurance. Many people aren’t aware that a really good roof that is Class A fire and Class 4 impact rated can save them substantially each year on their insurance premiums.

Q - Why should homeowners seriously consider composite roofing when looking for a roof?

A - Composite roofing brings both durability and beauty to a roof. We install composite slate and shake tiles from DaVinci Roofscapes. That product looks really good on the roof. It’s a lightweight shingle, but it’s extremely sturdy and has passed a ton of testing. All the DaVinci products have a Lifetime Limited Material Warranty. Our customers find it brings them peace-of-mind knowing their roof is guaranteed to last for decades into the future.

Q - What are your best “homeowner survival tips” for getting through a roofing installation? 

A - We explain the process up front so there are no surprises. Will there be noise? Yes. Should you relocate your animals for a few days? Yes. Do you need to remove treasured outdoor yard pieces before the project starts? Absolutely. The other thing is to understand who the foreman is assigned to your job. If you have questions or issues, go to that person in charge to discuss things. This makes it easier on everyone.

Q - If there’s storm damage involved to a roof, what tips do you have for a homeowner?

A - Start by hiring a respectable roofing contractor to help you with the process of evaluating the roof before calling your insurance company. A professional roofer can evaluate your roof. They can provide you with insights, information and pictures that will help you make your case to the insurance agency.

Q - Why has your company chosen to recommend DaVinci composite roofing to your customers?

A - Time after time the DaVinci product has allowed us to create beautiful, durable roofs for people. We’ve won multiple awards for our DaVinci roofing projects. Between the product’s warranty, aesthetic appeal and resilience to weather conditions, we’ve found it’s simply the best product on the market. 

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