The Insider's Guide to Roofing: Quality vs. Cost in Florida

In this episode of Contractor Talk, Richie Kidwell and co-host Property Damage Attorney Hans Kennon welcome Carrie Moreau, CEO and Director of Sales & Operations at Certified Best Roofing, to discuss the roofing red flags Florida homeowners should watch for before storm season. Carrie breaks down warning signs of lowball roofing quotes, vague estimates, cheap materials, short warranties, hidden change-order costs, and contracts that may leave homeowners responsible for property damage. The conversation also explores concerns about private equity in the roofing industry and what homeowners should look for when choosing a contractor. Whether you're preparing for storm season or simply need a new roof, this episode offers practical tips to help you avoid costly mistakes and choose a roofer with confidence. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Contractor Talk 00:29 Back With a Live Audience 00:46 Why the Podcast Format Changed 01:37 Meet Carrie Moreau 04:30 Private Equity Roofing Risks 05:00 Quote Red Flags & Hidden Costs 07:58 Storm Season Prep & Warranties 13:46 How Certified Best Roofing Helps 17:52 Choosing a Roofer 19:24 Inspection Fail: Drip Edge 21:44 Wrap Up & Contact Info 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7ni6zYP... Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... _ Follow Us: Facebook   / contractortalkpodcast   Instagram   / contractortalkpodcast   TikTok   / contractortalk   _ 🌐 Learn more: https://contractortalkpodcast.com _ 🤝 Become a member of the Restoration Association of Florida: https://raflorida.org #contractortalk #floridaroofing #roofingtips #stormseason #roofingcontractor