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Maryland Roofing Contractors: License, Insurance, and Service Checklist

Before hiring Maryland roofing contractors, review the basics: MHIC license, insurance, written estimate, inspection, materials, warranty, and cleanup.

The Checklist

  • MHIC license verified
  • General liability and workers' comp insurance
  • Written estimate with detailed scope
  • Roof inspection completed
  • Material brand and grade specified
  • Warranty terms in writing
  • Cleanup and disposal included

Repair or Replace?

Ask contractors to explain whether your roof needs repair or replacement and to provide photos of damaged areas.

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FAQs

What is MHIC?

Maryland Home Improvement Commission — the state body that licenses home improvement contractors.

Can I check MHIC complaints?

Yes — the MHIC database shows licenses and complaint history.

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A directory built for high-stakes roofing decisions

A new roof is one of the largest home investments most owners ever make, and a bad install can void warranties, leak for years, and tank a future sale. Every contractor in this directory is screened against the same checklist before they're listed.

Licensed & insured verified

Every listed contractor's state license, general liability, and workers' compensation coverage are confirmed before they appear in the directory.

Manufacturer-certified

We prioritize GAF Master Elite, Owens Corning Platinum Preferred, CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster, and Carlisle Authorized Applicator installers.

Local references screened

Contractors must produce verifiable local references from completed jobs in the last 12 months before we publish them.

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Built for risk-sensitive jobs

Roofing is expensive and hard to reverse. We surface the contract terms, warranties, and red flags homeowners actually need before signing.

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