National Star Roofing Inc.

Rating: 5 out of 5

National Star Roofing Inc. reviews (377)

  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 14 Nov 2013

    Shingle Replacement on Bungalow and Garage

    National Star replaced the asphalt shingles on our 1930s bungalow and detached garage on November 6-7, 2013. They were the first roofing company to respond to our request for a quote and impressed us with professional and friendly service from the start. Their price was competitive, and we selected them because their focus seemed to be on doing a good job rather than just getting the job done. The work was delayed a few days due to an early snowfall, but Sokol kept us informed of when they would start. National Star completed the work carefully and quickly, including clean-up. For example, the waste bin arrive in the morning, was filled, and was gone by the evening. We appreciated that they didn’t disturb us or our neighbours with loud music or unnecessary noise during the job. Given the age of the house, there were some unexpected issues -- a few boards that had to be replaced, an extra layer of cedar shingles beneath the asphalt ones around the chimney, an unusual plumbing vent stack -- which they dealt with as part of the job. Although the roofing only took a day and a half, Alex let us know how work was progressing and when they would be finished. At the end of the day, even with the unanticipated issues, they charged us the originally quoted price. We are quite satisfied with the new roof and pleased with the service of National Star. We would recommend considering them for any residential roofing job.

    Answer from pro:

    Hi John. Thank you for taking some time from your busy life as an Engineer to write about your experience of having your house re-roofed by National Star Roofing. It is great to see you found us great to deal with. Not to sound overly confident, but it is really hard to find companies that function the way National Star Roofing does. The main focus to us is you, the Client. It should always be like that. The client is who is requesting and paying for the services a company provides. Without the client, there is no company. Happy clients are the most valuable asset to our company. They will always keep our reputation high and each and every one is an active source of business. This is why we do all the extras that other companies which are profit-driven will never do, and not charge for them. We will always pay attention to every single detail, spend the time needed to understand the project in hand and do what is to the client's best interest. At the end of the day everyone is happy. You get a great experience of what could easily be negative and a premium new roof while we have another happy client that will bring us more business in the long run.

    Reply created 29 Nov 2013
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 2 Nov 2013

    Full Roof Replacement

    We just had a full roof replacement completed due to hail damage. Sokol and the entire crew were incredibly friendly and professional. Sokol was very informative regarding the installation process and material description. They did an excellent job and it was completed ahead of schedule. I could tell their primary concern was my satisfaction and not strictly on profit. This is very refreshing and is no doubt why they have a 10/10 rating.

    Answer from pro:

    Hi Paul. I have to say, it has been a great pleasure to meet you and your family and help with your roofing need. We are very happy we were able to get your insurance company to pay for the difference in price between the premium package we offer and what you were covered for. People might not think it is important for the people who have an interest in the company to be doing the work themselves, it is very much so. Being friendly, professional and informative are a few of the perks that come with hiring National Star Roofing. There is hundreds of details that need to be properly addressed during the process of re-roofing, many of which are not visible once the job has been completed, but of great importance to the longevity of the roof. For example, there is an average of 1800 tabs of shingle and around 10,000 nails being installed. If the roofing shingles are not lines up properly, they will not stick as well. Also if they are not cut perfectly around walls, chimneys, skylights, roofing vents and plumbing stacks, it is only time until a leak happens. Most roofing crews do not see themselves in the roofing business in 5-10 years and in order to make a buck more they do cut corners to save on time, headache and material, which results in more money for them. All this comes to the expense of the homeowner, who does not get what he was promised, a roof done right. The members of National Star Roofing are determined to change the stereotype of irresponsible roofers. It will take time, but we will eventually reach our goal. It is up to the client to be writing about their experience online. There is no reason why you as a homeowner should not be looking for the best service, quality and a responsible company.

    Reply created 29 Nov 2013
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 1 Nov 2013

    House & Garage Reshingle

    National Star was very efficient and courteous. They finished the job in one day and cleaned up the yard. We were very impressed and would highly recommend them. Enjoyed dealing with them

    Answer from pro:

    Hi Teresa. We appreciate you sharing your experience with everyone. Everyone looking for any work done on their home is lucky to have HomeStars. It virtually brings word of mouth online. It is great to see that you have enjoyed dealing with us and were left impressed.

    Reply created 26 Nov 2013
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 20 Oct 2013

    Re-Roofing

    I contacted National Star roofing to get an estimate for our house and garage roof. Sokol arrived the next evening and explained the estimate including the material options and the roofing practices their company used, as well as showing me all the Insurance ,WCB,BBB and business license etc. Sokol provided me with some addresses of work they had done in our area and we selected a shingle colour and booked the work. The crew arrived on Oct 13 as scheduled and completed the work by that evening. Aleks takes great pride in his work and it is reflected in his hardworking, polite and friendly crew. The end result was a great looking job that is done right. The cleanup was excellent as they cleaned the eaves and left the yard and surrounding area spotless. Thanks Sokol, Aleks and crew for a job well done!

    Answer from pro:

    Thanks Parry for this well-written review. Our group at National Star Roofing is committed to a constant satisfactory customer service. It starts with the first contact and it doesn't end, because every client is like family once everything is done. We appreciate you and all our other customers' help with winning the Best Roofing Contractor for 2013. National Star is always at your service. Thank you again.

    Reply created 26 Nov 2013
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 20 Oct 2013

    Roof

    Had our Tuscany NW Calgary house reshingled on October 19, 2013. Job was completed exactly as Sokol described in his quote. They had enough people to finish the job in one day. They left the yard perfectly clean. No surprises, great service. Thanks guys!
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 18 Oct 2013

    Re Roofing Steep Roof

    We have a steep pitch roof (10 5/8" to 12" ) with two large dormers.National Star Roofing came in and re roofed it in two days. This is a Family roofing company that is very courteous, friendly and puts the customer first. Aleks the foreman said that he would treat our house like he was shingling his own, and I believe he did. They worked efficiently, quickly and with professionalism. The yard and area was Super Clean when they left. Also of note, no Radio's or loud music while they worked. We would highly recommend them to anyone.

    Answer from pro:

    Hi Blake. From everyone at National Star Roofing, thank you for taking the time to write these nice comments. Simple to complicated, small to large, every project gets our full commitment and concentration. We do all that we do to earn your trust and ultimately have all of your friends and family recommended to us with their roofing needs. Thank you again for everything and let us know if you need anything from us.

    Reply created 26 Nov 2013
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 16 Oct 2013

    Roofing

    I had my roof redone by National Star a week ago and it has rained twice since then. Looking in the attic during and after the rain, there were no wet spots in the roof sheeting nor along the trusses. When Sokol comes to give an estimate, he tells you upfront the application techniques they use and why, and the kinds of materials they use. If you want things done a certain way, they will accomodate. I have a poor roof design that actually traps snow. After National Star was done, I'm no longer concerned about leakage in those areas due to the extra precautions taken. The roof being replaced was original which means it was bare bones with no frills. For National Star, underlayment, metal flashing in the valleys and drip edging were all part of the standard package. During the estimate, Sokol stresses their work quality. At first, it's all talk as they all say the same thing. However, after hiring them and watching them roof my house, it's not just talk. At the end of the job, they do bring you up on the roof for a look around but it's best to go outside and stand there and watch them roofing. You get to see things before they are covered up. From what I saw, they were very professional with very few shortcuts taken. The majority of my neighbours have been having their roofs redone by a multitude of different companies over the last year due to last year's hail storm and I've been watching many of the roofing crews work. I'd have to say National Star ranked first for attention to detail and work quality. The crew is mostly family members and they don't sub contract out. So quality from house to house should be consistent from this company. The crew is extremely friendly and easy to talk to. I have two young children and it was nice not hearing offensive language all day long (unlike other crews). The guys at National Star focused on their work instead of pretending they were having a party on top of my roof (unlike other crews). If you hire National Star, you'll get all of this without an upcharge. Their quote was quite competitive with the other estimates I received.
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 16 Oct 2013

    new roof house and garage

    Excellent response, good timeline for work, good value for the price. Lots of extra attention to detail. I had a VERY worn and old shingled roof, all removed and done in a day!!

    Answer from pro:

    Hi Shirley. Your review is simple and to the point. That's awesome. It is great to hear that you see the value of our work. We might not be the cheapest in the market of roofing services, but we like to think we provide the best value for the dollar. Attention to detail and everything you have noticed come naturally when you deal with a tight group of people that are looking to be in business for a long time. Thank you very much for your input.

    Reply created 26 Nov 2013
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 14 Oct 2013

    New roof

    WOW!!!!!! What a fabulous company! Sokol, Alex and their crew were on time, did an amazing job on the roof, and cleaned up the whole yard when they were done. I would absolutely recommend National Star to anyone looking to get a new roof!

    Answer from pro:

    Hi Katie. You have no idea how good it feels to hear our clients feel wowed after dealing with our company. At National Star Roofing, we are all about the customer and their most valuable asset, their home. Make sure you contact us if you have any concerns and keep sending referrals our way. Thank you for sharing your experience.

    Reply created 22 Nov 2013
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 14 Oct 2013

    Roof

    National Star Roofing just completed our roof and did a great job. I wanted to know if I had hail damage before calling my insurance company. National Star came out promptly and inspected it for free. Most of the other companies did not want to come out and inspect it. The whole service from the quote to finish product was personal and professional. The work on the roof was first class. We have had several roofs done on other properties, National Star's work was the best we have ever seen. As well, the work-site was clean and safe. They even surprised us and did our shed roof for free, even though it was not part of the quote. Great bunch of guys who really know what they are doing.

    Answer from pro:

    Hi Lise. It was an honor to be able to help you and Pat with your roofing needs. From what I remember, you had your rental property done by a reputable company in Calgary, one that we find to be our biggest competitor. That is great to hear that we were able to meet and exceed you expectations, which were set by the other company. Enjoy your new roof and keep the referrals coming. Not only are you doing a favor to others by telling them about us, but also we will make sure you are recognized for your efforts.

    Reply created 21 Nov 2013