Before you sign
Roofing Bid Checklist
Unticked lines are Missing-until questions. Amber items mean totals are not comparable until both bids answer them.
How to use: Print → tick only written lines → email unticked items → rebid on same removal scope → run the Roof Quote Analyzer.
A. Job definition
- Area in squares/sq ft + measure method (on-roof / ground / satellite)
- Pitch, stories, complexity acknowledged
- Sections included; detached structures named
- Flat/low-slope sections addressed or excluded
B. Tear-off, layers, disposal
- Tear-off vs overlay explicit
- Layer count stated — or assumption + price if wrong
- Disposal/dumpster included, excluded, or allowance
C. Deck and hidden layers
- Deck inspection after tear-off
- Decking allowance: # sheets + $/sheet beyond
- Underlayment type named
- Ice & water barrier locations
- Flashing policy (new vs reuse; pieces named)
- Penetration boots with count
- Skylights: replace / reflash / exclude
D. Visible system and ventilation
- Manufacturer + product line + color
- Hip/ridge: manufactured vs cut-up
- Nailing / wind install pattern
- Accessory system for warranty tier
- Exhaust + intake ventilation plan
E. Warranty and paperwork
- Manufacturer warranty tier + registration party/deadline
- Workmanship warranty years + who backs it
- Permit party; licence #; insurance evidence
- Exclusions, change-order rule, payment schedule
Not comparable until
- Tear-off vs overlay differs or unspecified
- Layer count or area basis unreconciled
- Product line unnamed (“architectural” alone)
- Decking “as needed” with no unit price
- Ventilation plan omitted
- Flashing “seal as needed” with no policy
- One bid excludes skylights/flat sections the other includes
Print tip: Browser Print → Save as PDF. Never labels bids fair or a rip-off.
About this page. Written by Chris Horton. Reviewed October 1, 2026. Editorial policy.