Preferred Roofing pushes West Central Minnesota homeowners to hire certified roofers

Willmar-based Preferred Roofing is urging West Central Minnesota homeowners to verify licensing and certification before fall roof work. The company says the move can reduce the risk of faulty workmanship and improve legal and financial protection if problems arise.

Why it matters: - Homeowners who hire unlicensed roofers may face substandard workmanship and fewer legal protections if problems surface later. - Minnesota requires roofing contractors to hold a valid state license, and homeowners can check contractor status in the Department of Labor and Industry’s public database before hiring. - Certified contractors add another layer of protection because they are held to standards tied to licensing, insurance, training and customer satisfaction.

What happened: - Willmar-based Preferred Roofing is urging West Central Minnesota homeowners to hire licensed and certified roofing contractors as fall inspections and replacements get underway. - The company is highlighting its GAF Master Elite® contractor certification as an example of the standards homeowners should look for. - Preferred Roofing serves homeowners across Kandiyohi, Swift, Meeker, Pope, Douglas, Stearns, Chippewa and Stevens counties.

The details: - GAF awards its GAF Master Elite designation to fewer than 2% of roofing contractors in North America. - To qualify, a contractor must show proper licensing, carry adequate insurance, complete ongoing training and maintain a strong customer satisfaction record. - Nick and Alli Moser, owners of Preferred Roofing, said homeowners should know exactly who is working on their roof and whether that contractor has met the standards that protect them. - The Mosers said GAF Master Elite status is reviewed every year and is not a one-time credential. - Preferred Roofing advises homeowners to request proof of insurance, ask for a written contract that details materials and the work plan, and confirm that the contractor uses manufacturer-approved products. - Preferred Roofing was founded in 2019 by Nick and Alli Moser. - The company says its team brings 50 years of combined experience to residential and commercial projects. - Services include roof replacements and repairs, gutters, siding, insulation and storm-damage response. - More information is available at preferredroofingmn.com. - Preferred Roofing’s social channels are Facebook and YouTube.

Between the lines: - The message positions licensing and third-party certification as a consumer-protection issue, not just a quality marker. - The push also helps Preferred Roofing differentiate itself in a crowded seasonal market by emphasizing compliance, training and manufacturer-backed standards.

What’s next: - Homeowners in the region are likely to keep comparing bids and checking credentials as roof work ramps up this fall. - Preferred Roofing is encouraging residents to verify contractor credentials before signing any agreement.

The bottom line: - For roof repairs and replacements, Preferred Roofing says credentials matter as much as price.