Grade Any Contractor on the 5 Reasons Homeowners Choose Us
These 5 powerful reasons are why Miami Valley homeowners have trusted Thrush & Son since 1960: family ownership, real credentials, complete systems, clear proposals, and a commitment that lasts after the job.
But don’t take our word for it. Use the same five reasons as a report card for every contractor you’re considering, us included. For our story, see Trust In Thrush and who we are.
The 5 Powerful Reasons, as Questions to Ask
Each of the 5 powerful reasons comes with a question you can ask any roofer. Here’s how we answer them.
Who owns the company, and where are they?
Three generations of one family. Wilbur Thrush founded Thrush & Son in 1960; W. Allen Thrush owns it today, and Corey Thrush is the third generation, working from our Brookville headquarters.
Which manufacturer stands behind them?
We’re a GAF President’s Club Contractor. GAF’s certification level decides which of its warranties a roofer can offer; our GAF Master Elite explainer shows the levels.
Is it a whole system, or just shingles?
Every roof goes on as a complete GAF system: starter strip, underlayment, leak barrier, ventilation, shingles, and ridge cap. See every layer in parts of a roof.
Will I get it in writing, without pressure?
A written, itemized proposal you can take your time with. No same-day-only prices, and no surprise add-ons when the shingles come off.
Who answers when something happens later?
The same family company, at the same number. We help with warranty questions and storm damage years after the job, and Michelle, our AI assistant, answers around the clock.
Notice that none of the 5 powerful reasons is “the lowest price.” Price matters, and we’ll always show you options that fit a budget. But a roof or a wall of siding is a decades-long purchase, and the questions above decide what that decade looks like. A contractor who answers all five clearly, in writing, is a contractor you can plan around.
If a roofer can’t answer one of them, that’s not automatically a deal breaker. It’s a reason to ask a follow-up question before you sign.
Score Any Bid Against the 5 Powerful Reasons
Hold a bid in your hand and check every statement that’s true. Two checks per reason, ten in all. The chalkboard keeps score.
Any unchecked box is a question to ask before you sign.
A low price can hide missing items, so compare bids line by line rather than by the total. If two bids list different roof components, ask why. Our Woman’s Perspective guide has more red flags and green flags, and the GAF Master Elite explainer shows how to check a roofer’s credentials.
Watch the Trust In Thrush Commercial
Our Trust In Thrush TV spot sums up the 5 powerful reasons in a few seconds: a family name on the truck and a promise to stand behind the work.
The commercial shows in a few seconds what a family business means: the people who show up at your door are the people whose name is on the company. Every one of the 5 powerful reasons comes back to that.
Can’t see the player? Watch it on YouTube. For the full family history behind the commercial, read 65 Years Strong.
Why the System Reason Carries the Most Weight
Of the 5 powerful reasons, the system is the one you can’t see once the job is done. The shingles look the same on day one whether the roof underneath was built right or not. The difference shows up years later, at the first ice dam or the first big wind. By then, the contractor who skipped a layer to win the bid may be long gone.
That’s why every roof we install goes on as a complete GAF system, and why we list each component in the proposal. GAF’s strongest warranties depend on it; our GAF President’s Club page explains how, and our warranties page covers the details.
Graded by Our Neighbors Since 1960
Wilbur Thrush founded Thrush & Son in 1960. W. Allen Thrush owns the company today, and Corey Thrush is the third generation. More than 31,000 Miami Valley homeowners have trusted us, from our Brookville headquarters and offices in Troy and Lebanon.
We don’t ask anyone to take the 5 powerful reasons on faith. Every claim on this page can be checked: our ownership, our GAF credential, the components in our proposals, and our record with the Better Business Bureau.
Those homeowners are the real graders behind the 5 powerful reasons. Read their reviews, browse the project gallery, and check our BBB profile. See our roofing and siding services.
5 Powerful Reasons: Your Questions, Answered
What homeowners ask us most when they’re comparing contractors.
What are the 5 powerful reasons to choose Thrush & Son?
Family ownership since 1960, GAF President’s Club credentials, complete roofing systems, clear written proposals without pressure, and a long-term commitment after the job is done.
How do I compare two roofing bids?
Line them up on the same items: the exact warranty, every component of the roof system, who does the work, and what happens after the job. The scorecard on this page is a good starting point.
Is Thrush & Son family owned?
Yes. Wilbur Thrush founded the company in 1960, W. Allen Thrush owns it today, and Corey Thrush is the third generation. Read more in who we are.
How can I check a roofer’s credentials?
Look the company up on GAF’s contractor finder, check its Better Business Bureau record, and ask which warranty your roof will be registered for.
Do you help after the job is done?
Yes. Call the same office for warranty questions or storm damage. Michelle, our AI assistant, answers 24/7, and our office is open Monday to Thursday 9 to 4 and Friday 9 to 2.
Why do you call them the 5 powerful reasons?
Because they’re the five things that decide how a home improvement project goes long after the crew leaves. The 5 powerful reasons also work as a checklist for comparing any contractor, which is how we’d like you to use them.
Where can I watch the Trust In Thrush commercial?
It’s embedded on this page, and it’s also on YouTube. Our YouTube channel page has more videos.
Put Us to the Test
Get our written proposal and grade it against the 5 powerful reasons yourself. We’ll inspect your home, explain every line, and never push a same-day price. Ask about financing.
Call 937-833-5136 · Office: Mon–Thu 9–4, Fri 9–2 · Michelle, our AI assistant, answers 24/7
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Finished projects, crew life, and BooBoo, teacher’s pet. Meet the family here.
