How to Choose a Roofing Contractor in Utah County

After every major Utah storm, unlicensed contractors and out-of-state "storm chasers" flood Utah County neighborhoods going door to door. Choosing the wrong roofing contractor can cost you tens of thousands of dollars and leave your home worse off than before. Here's exactly how to protect yourself.

Step 1: Verify the Utah DOPL License

Every roofing contractor working in Utah must hold a valid license from the Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). You can verify any contractor's license at dopl.utah.gov. Enter the company name or license number and confirm: (1) the license is active, (2) it covers the type of work being done, and (3) there are no disciplinary actions on record.

Lake Mountain Roofing's DOPL license number is #13574086-5501. We encourage you to look it up.

Step 2: Verify Insurance Coverage

Ask for a Certificate of Insurance (COI) before any work begins. The COI should list: (1) General Liability insurance (minimum $1 million per occurrence), and (2) Workers' Compensation coverage. If a worker is injured on your property and the contractor doesn't carry workers' comp, you could be liable. Never hire a contractor who won't provide a COI.

Step 3: Get a Written, Itemized Estimate

A professional roofing estimate should specify: the exact material (manufacturer, product line, color), the number of layers being removed, permit fees, warranty terms for both materials and labor, and a timeline. If a contractor gives you a number on a handshake or a vague one-line quote, walk away.

Step 4: Watch for These Red Flags

• Asking for full payment upfront before work starts
• Pressure to sign immediately or "the price expires today"
• No physical address or out-of-state plates right after a storm
• Unwilling to provide license number or COI
• Offering to waive your insurance deductible (this is insurance fraud in Utah)
• No online reviews or presence

Step 5: Check References and Reviews

Look for Google reviews specifically mentioning the city you're in. A contractor with 50+ reviews averaging 4.8+ stars is a strong signal of consistent quality. Ask for 2–3 references from jobs completed in the last 6 months — and actually call them.

Lake Mountain Roofing serves all of Utah County and welcomes your scrutiny. Call us at (385) 312-6043 — we'll answer every question and provide our license, insurance, and references without hesitation.