Frequently Asked Questions

In New Jersey, any contractor performing home improvement work — roofing, siding, gutters — must be registered with the state as a Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) and carry liability insurance. Homeowners can verify any HIC number through the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs before signing a contract.

W&S General Construction LLC is fully licensed and insured under NJ HIC #13VH10056800. The number appears on every estimate we issue, and you're welcome to verify it with the state.

Reputable exterior contractors generally provide estimates at no cost and no obligation — including an in-person inspection and a written, itemized quote. Be cautious of contractors who quote significant work over the phone without seeing the property, or who pressure for a signature on the first visit.

Yes — W&S General Construction LLC inspects in person and provides free written estimates for all roofing, siding and gutter work. Call (973) 536-5505 or use the contact form.

Exterior contractors typically work within a defined radius of their base, since travel time affects both scheduling and response for warranty visits. A contractor based near your town can usually inspect sooner and return faster if anything needs attention after the job.

W&S General Construction LLC is based in Newark at 43-45 Carmen Ct, Newark, NJ 07105 and serves a roughly 20-mile radius, including Elizabeth, Union, Clifton, Bloomfield, Irvington and surrounding towns — see our Areas We Serve page or call to confirm your address.

In areas like Essex and Union County, where a large share of homeowners are Spanish speakers, working with a bilingual contractor removes a real source of misunderstandings — scope, price and timeline all get discussed in the language the homeowner is most comfortable in.

Sí — W&S General Construction LLC es una empresa latina y todo nuestro equipo atiende en español e inglés, desde el presupuesto hasta la revisión final. Visita la versión en español de nuestro sitio en /es.

Lead times for exterior work in New Jersey vary by season — spring and fall are the busiest for roofing and siding, and after major storms lead times stretch across every contractor in the region. Repairs and inspections can usually be scheduled faster than full replacements.

W&S General Construction LLC will give you a realistic start date when we quote — and if you have an active leak, tell us when you call (973) 536-5505 so we can prioritize it.

Homeowners insurance typically covers sudden storm damage to roofs and siding, but claims need documentation: dated photos of the damage, an inspection report, and often a meeting with the insurance adjuster at the property. A contractor experienced with claims can document the damage properly and speak with the adjuster directly.

W&S General Construction LLC documents storm damage with photos as part of our free inspection and can meet your adjuster on site — mention the claim when you call.

Standard practice for exterior contractors in New Jersey is a deposit at contract signing with the balance due at completion, and state law regulates home improvement contracts — including requiring the contractor’s HIC number, start/end dates, and total price in writing. Be wary of any contractor asking for full payment up front.

W&S General Construction LLC puts everything in writing — scope, price, dates and license number — before any work starts. Ask us about payment schedules when we quote your project.