Electronic signatures are legally binding
Under the federal ESIGN Act and state UETA adoptions, an electronic signature carries the same weight as ink as long as the signer intended to sign, consented to do business electronically, and a record of the signature is retained and reproducible.
What a defensible e-sign record captures
- The signer's typed or drawn signature
- An explicit consent checkbox to sign electronically
- Timestamp, IP address and device user agent
- An immutable copy of the exact document version signed
- A view log showing the document was opened before signing
Structure the proposal to be signable
- One clear price, with the itemized breakdown below it
- Scope of work written in plain language, including exclusions
- Payment schedule tied to milestones, not dates
- Start window and expected duration
- Warranty terms, both labour and manufacturer
Send it while you are still in the driveway
The single biggest lift in close rate comes from sending the proposal before you leave the property. Generate it from the roof report on your phone, send it by WhatsApp, and walk the homeowner through the signature block while you are still standing there.
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Frequently asked
- Is a typed name a valid signature?
- Yes, provided intent and consent are captured alongside it. A drawn signature is stronger evidence but not legally required.
- Do I need a separate e-sign subscription?
- Not with Roofsy Pro — signing is built into every proposal and contract.
- Can the homeowner sign on a phone?
- Yes. The signature pad works with a finger on any mobile browser.
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